Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, a tenant who is denied a reasonable modification to their unit (at their own expense) may file a complaint with:
ATREC only
BHUD or in federal/state court✓ Correct
CThe Tennessee Housing Development Agency
DThe local building department
Explanation
A tenant whose fair housing rights are violated — including denial of a reasonable modification — may file a complaint with HUD within one year of the violation or file suit in federal or state court.
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