Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, a landlord must allow a disabled tenant to make reasonable modifications to the unit. Who typically pays for these modifications?
AThe landlord always pays
BThe tenant pays, unless the landlord receives federal funding✓ Correct
CThe modifications are split 50/50
DHUD pays through a grant program
Explanation
Under the FHA, tenants have the right to make reasonable modifications at their own expense (unless the landlord receives federal assistance).
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