Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, a landlord may charge a higher security deposit for a disabled tenant who requires a reasonable accommodation if:
AThe disability could result in property damage
BUnder no circumstances — a higher deposit based on disability is prohibited✓ Correct
CThe amount is disclosed in the lease
DTREC approves the additional amount
Explanation
A landlord cannot charge a higher security deposit because a person is disabled or because of any reasonable accommodation or modification related to their disability. Such charges constitute illegal disability discrimination.
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