Unless the contrary is stated or clearly appears from the context, the following definitions govern the construction of the words and phrases used in this chapter. Words and phrases not defined by this chapter have the meanings stated in the Fair Housing Law and any successor statutes or regulations.
DISABLED PERSON - Means an individual who has a physical or mental impairment that limits one or more of that person’s major life activities; anyone who is regarded as having such impairment; or anyone who has a medical record of having such an impairment. A DISABLED PERSON does not include individuals currently using controlled substances as defined by federal law.
FAIR HOUSING LAW - Means existing law affecting reasonable accommodation in housing including, without limitation, the reasonable accommodation required by 42 USC § 3604(f)(3)(B) and reasonable accommodation required by Cal. Gov’t Code §§ 12927(c)(1) and 12955(l).
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION - Means any request by, or on behalf of, a disabled person for a reasonable deviation from the city’s strict application of its land use or building regulations as set forth in this code, or as adopted by reference in this code, in order for such disabled person to use and enjoy a dwelling.
(Ord. 1249, passed 5-6-13)