Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, a reasonable accommodation for a tenant with a disability might include:
AAllowing a service animal in a no-pets building✓ Correct
BWaiving all rent payments
CGuaranteeing a specific apartment unit
DProviding free parking for all tenants
Explanation
A reasonable accommodation is a modification to a rule, policy, or practice to afford a person with a disability equal opportunity to use and enjoy housing. Allowing a service or assistance animal in a no-pets building is a classic example.
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