Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, a landlord who refuses to allow a tenant with a disability to make reasonable modifications to their unit:
AA. Is within their rights if the modifications are structural
BB. Violates the Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
CC. May require the tenant to pay for the modifications in advance
DD. Can refuse only if the building is historic
Explanation
Under the Fair Housing Act, landlords must allow tenants with disabilities to make reasonable modifications at the tenant's expense. Refusing to allow necessary modifications is a violation.
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