Fair Housing
A Vermont landlord wants to verify the authenticity of a tenant's claimed disability that is not visible. The landlord may request:
AThe tenant's complete medical history and all medical records
BReliable documentation from a qualified professional confirming the existence of the disability (but not medical details) if the disability is not obvious✓ Correct
CA letter from the tenant's attorney certifying the disability
DThe tenant to submit to a medical examination chosen by the landlord
Explanation
When a disability is not obvious, a Vermont landlord may request reliable documentation from a health care or mental health professional confirming the disability and its functional limitations. However, the landlord cannot demand detailed medical records or require a landlord-selected examination.
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