Fair Housing
Massachusetts MGL Chapter 151B defines 'reasonable accommodation' in housing as:
AAny modification requested by a tenant with a disability
BA change in rules, policies, or practices that is necessary for a person with a disability to have equal opportunity to use and enjoy housing✓ Correct
CPhysical modifications to the unit structure
DFinancial assistance provided to disabled tenants
Explanation
A reasonable accommodation is a change in policies, rules, practices, or services necessary for a person with a disability to have equal opportunity to enjoy the housing. It is distinguished from a modification (physical alteration to the premises).
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