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Is It a Disability? Part 3 – Addiction

In the ever-evolving landscape of fair housing laws and regulations, one topic that has garnered significant attention is the status of drug addiction as a disability. In part three of our series, Is It a Disability, we explore the implications of such a classification and the fair housing responsibilities every housing provider needs to be […]

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Unreasonable accommodations

Unreasonable Accommodations – Is There Such a Thing?

Property managers strive to provide equal opportunities and accessibility to all residents, and the concept of reasonable accommodations plays a pivotal role. Yet, amidst the commitment to promoting equal housing opportunities, a pressing question arises: Can such a thing as an unreasonable accommodation request exist? 

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Occupancy Limits Pt 2 – How to Enforce

With the ever-increasing demand for housing and the pressing need to maintain safety and livability standards, enforcing occupancy limits has become a crucial aspect of property management. However, striking the right balance between upholding occupancy restrictions and adhering to fair housing regulations presents a complex challenge. In part two of our series, we focus on

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Recent Fair Housing Lawsuits - What Can We Learn?

Recent Fair Housing Lawsuits – What Can We Learn?

In recent years, fair housing lawsuits have become more prevalent than ever before. Landlords and property managers are facing an increasing number of claims alleging discrimination on the basis of protected classes, such as race, gender, religion, and disability. These lawsuits can have serious financial and reputational consequences, making it crucial for those in the

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Translation Services Part 1 - Reasonable Accommodation

Translation Services – Reasonable Accommodation

Today, roughly 11.5 million people are either deaf or hard of hearing in the United States. This raises the question, are housing providers required to provide translation services or an ASL interpreter as a reasonable accommodation? Join us as we share insights and tips to help you stay fair housing friendly.

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Senior Housing and Reasonable Modifications

Senior Housing and Reasonable Modifications

Episode 24 of Fair Housing Insiders Senior housing comes with its own unique set of challenges regarding reasonable modifications or accommodations. We are joined by two industry professionals, Brandon Ball from Wesley Woods Senior Living and George Tucker, from Campbell-Stone. They share their experiences and fair housing best practices that allow them to offer superior

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