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Persons with a Disability and Active Military Members

Additional Protections for Persons with a Disability

  • A tenant has the right to make reasonable modifications to an apartment or common area, at their own expense.
  • The tenant must prove that the request for accommodation is directly related to their disability.
  • A landlord must make reasonable exceptions to building rules, such as allowing a service dog when pets are otherwise not permitted.

Additional Protection for Active Members of the Military

  • Military status is a protected class under the New York State Human Rights Law
  • All protections offered to other protected classes in New York State also apply to active members of the military.  

What to Do…

If you have questions about how Fair Housing laws apply to you, call The Housing Council 585-546-3700 and ask for a Fair Housing counselor.

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