Fair Housing
In Virginia, a developer who builds 100-unit apartment complexes must comply with the Fair Housing Act's 'accessible design and construction' requirements for units occupied by disabled persons. This applies to buildings:
AOver 4 stories only
BWith 4 or more units (ground floor or elevator-accessible) built for first occupancy after March 13, 1991✓ Correct
COnly government-funded projects
DOnly single-family homes built after 2000
Explanation
Fair Housing Act accessibility requirements apply to all covered multifamily dwellings (4+ units) built for first occupancy after March 13, 1991. Requirements include accessible entrances, wider doors, accessible controls, etc.
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