Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act's reasonable modification provisions, who typically pays for reasonable modifications to a rental unit?
AThe landlord at their expense
BThe tenant with a disability, at their own expense✓ Correct
CHUD provides funding for modifications
DThe cost is shared equally between tenant and landlord
Explanation
Under the Fair Housing Act, the tenant with a disability typically pays for reasonable modifications. The landlord must allow the modification but is not required to pay for it (unless the landlord receives federal financial assistance under Section 504).
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