Fair Housing
A landlord in New York refuses to make a reasonable accommodation for a tenant with a physical disability. This action likely violates:
AOnly the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
BThe federal Fair Housing Act and the New York State Human Rights Law✓ Correct
COnly local NYC building codes
DNo law, because landlords control their properties
Explanation
Both the federal Fair Housing Act and the New York State Human Rights Law require landlords to provide reasonable accommodations (changes in rules or policies) and reasonable modifications (physical changes) for persons with disabilities. Refusing a reasonable accommodation is an illegal discriminatory practice under both laws.
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Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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