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|  Three Lines of Defense Against Risk Keeping Risks Under Control Controlling Transaction Risks Agency Disclosure Avoiding Antitrust Risks Minimizing Liability from Contracts Fair Housing Risks Controlling Personnel Risks Communications Policies to Minimize Risks Insuring Against Risks More Resources: Controlling Business Risks Code of Ethics: Controlling Business Risks | Fair Housing and Disabilities If your sales associates also sell apartment properties or rent single-family homes on behalf of owners, they should be familiar with the provisions of the Fair Housing Act as they apply to the disabled. Property owners must permit handicapped tenants to make reasonable modifications at the tenant's expense—such as adding grab bars in the bathroom, adding a flashing light in place of a doorbell, or relocating lighting and HVAC controls to a level accessible in a wheelchair. However, the owner may require that the tenant restore the property to its original condition before vacating. Multifamily properties with four or more units first occupied after March 13, 1991, must make all units accessible for handicapped individuals. Note that in properties with no elevator, only ground floor units must be accessible. Townhouse and other cluster-type homes also are exempt. Comply With ADA at the Brokerage Office > | |