Fair Housing
Under Illinois law, a condominium association that refuses to approve a unit owner's request to install a lift in their unit to accommodate their disability is potentially:
AWithin its rights, as condominium associations may refuse all modifications
BViolating the Fair Housing Act if the modification is reasonable and the owner agrees to restore the unit✓ Correct
COnly required to approve the modification if the unit owner files a formal complaint
DNot covered by fair housing laws since condominium associations are private entities
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act requires condominium associations and other housing providers to allow disabled residents to make reasonable modifications at their own expense, with the unit to be restored to its original condition upon moving out. Refusing reasonable modifications is a violation of the Act.
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