Fair Housing
A Washington condo association refuses to allow a resident with a mobility disability to install a ramp at their unit entrance. This likely violates:
AThe ADA only
BThe Fair Housing Act's reasonable modification requirements✓ Correct
CThe Washington Condominium Act only
DNo law if the HOA rules prohibit modifications
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act requires housing providers, including condo associations, to allow reasonable modifications for residents with disabilities. Refusing to allow installation of a ramp likely violates the FHA's reasonable modification requirement.
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