Fair Housing
A Maine condominium association refuses to allow a wheelchair ramp to be installed by a resident with a disability. This likely violates:
AMaine condominium law only
BThe Fair Housing Act's reasonable modification requirements✓ Correct
CThe ADA only
DShoreland zoning regulations
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act requires housing providers to allow persons with disabilities to make reasonable physical modifications to their unit or common areas at their own expense to enable full use and enjoyment of the housing.
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