(a) Use of Service Animals. Individuals with disabilities have the right to use the services of a guide, signal or trained dog (or other such designated animal), and have such animals in or around their unit. No additional charges or security deposits may be imposed for having a guide, signal or trained animal. Tenants may be liable for any damage caused by their animals.
(b) Modifications in Policies and Practices by Housing Provider. At the request of an individual with a disability, a housing provider must make reasonable accommodations in rules, policies, practices or services to provide the individual equal opportunity to use and enjoy the dwelling. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
(1) Making an exemption to a "no pet" policy to enable a disabled tenant to have a service animal.
(2) Changing parking rules to enable a disabled tenant to have parking that meets his/her needs.
(c) Physical Modifications by Disabled Tenant. A housing provider must allow disabled individuals to reasonably modify existing premises if the modifications are necessary for the enjoyment of the amenities provided within the premises. The tenant is responsible for the cost of the modification. In some circumstances, a landlord may require that the tenant agree to restore the interior of the premises to the original condition. Examples of reasonable modifications include:
(1) Widening doorways;
(2) Lowering cabinets;
(3) Installing a wheelchair ramp; and
(4) Converting a bathtub to a shower.
[Ord. No. 623, Section 4, 4/27/22.]