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A landlord refuses to rent to a qualified applicant who uses a wheelchair, stating that the building lacks accessibility features. Under Georgia Fair Housing Law, what is the landlord's obligation regarding the tenant's disability?

Correct Answer

C) The landlord must allow the tenant to make reasonable physical modifications to the unit at the tenant's own expense

Under the federal Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. § 3604(f)(3)(A)), which Georgia Fair Housing Law mirrors, landlords must permit tenants with disabilities to make reasonable physical modifications to the premises at the tenant's own expense. This is distinct from reasonable accommodations (changes to rules, policies, or services), which are provided at no cost to the tenant. The right to make modifications applies regardless of when the building was constructed.

Answer Options
A
The landlord has no obligation if the building was constructed before the FHA's 1991 design and construction requirements took effect
B
The landlord must make reasonable accommodations by changing policies or practices, and must also pay for all physical modifications to the unit
C
The landlord must allow the tenant to make reasonable physical modifications to the unit at the tenant's own expense
D
The landlord may refuse the rental if the estimated cost of physical modifications exceeds a specified dollar threshold

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