Fair Housing
Under the Illinois Human Rights Act, what is a 'reasonable accommodation' in the housing context?
AAny modification to a dwelling that a tenant requests, regardless of cost
BA change in rules, policies, practices, or services necessary to afford a person with a disability equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling✓ Correct
CA reduction in rent for tenants with disabilities
DAny accommodation that costs the landlord less than $500
Explanation
A reasonable accommodation is a change in rules, policies, practices, or services that enables a person with a disability to have equal opportunity to use and enjoy their housing. Examples include: allowing a service animal despite a no-pets policy, providing a ground-floor unit for a person using a wheelchair, or installing a ramp.
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Net Operating Income (NOI)
The annual income generated by an income-producing property after subtracting operating expenses, but before debt service.
Fair Housing ActFederal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
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