Fair Housing
In Minnesota, which of the following is an example of a reasonable accommodation under the Fair Housing Act?
AA landlord installs a ramp at their expense for all units in the building
BA landlord allows a tenant with a mental disability to have an emotional support animal despite a strict no-pets policy✓ Correct
CA landlord reduces rent by 25% for all disabled tenants
DA landlord allows a disabled tenant to make modifications throughout the entire building
Explanation
A reasonable accommodation is a change in rules, policies, or services that allows a person with a disability to have equal opportunity to use and enjoy housing. Allowing an emotional support animal in a no-pets building is a classic example. It must be reasonable (not cause undue administrative or financial burden) and related to the disability.
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