Rental Housing

Legal articles in this category cover landlord-tenant law for residential rentals, including leases, security deposits, rent increases, habitability and repairs, tenant screening, and rules on entry and privacy. It also addresses disputes such as eviction, late fees, discrimination, retaliation, and options for resolving conflicts through notices, mediation, or court.

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The Reasonable Accommodation Request That Landlords Can’t Refuse

The Reasonable Accommodation Request That Landlords Can’t Refuse

Under the Fair Housing Act, landlords must grant a reasonable accommodation request unless it causes an undue financial/administrative burden or fundamentally alters housing. Tenants with disabilities can request policy exceptions (like service/assist animals or reserved parking) with limited, lawful verification. This article explains when landlords can deny, what to include in your request, and how […]
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