When can a federally assisted housing provider insist on an alternative to the accommodation requested by a tenant?
If the housing provider believes the requested accommodation is unreasonable, the housing provider may, but is not required to, propose a substitute accommodation. In doing so, the housing provider should give primary consideration to the accommodation requested by the tenant or applicant because the individual with a disability is most familiar with his or her disability and is in the best position to determine what type of aid or service will be effective. If the housing provider suggests an alternative accommodation, the tenant may reject it if s/he feels it does not meet his or her needs.
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- Is a federally assisted housing provider obligated to provide an accommodation to a tenant or applicant if s/he has not requested it?
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