Fair Housing
A reasonable accommodation under the Fair Housing Act may include:
ARequiring all tenants to sign the same lease terms
BWaiving a 'no pets' policy for a tenant who needs a service animal✓ Correct
CRefusing to allow physical modifications to rental units
DRequiring higher security deposits from all tenants equally
Explanation
A landlord must grant a reasonable accommodation for a tenant with a disability, such as waiving a 'no pets' policy to allow a service or assistance animal.
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