When can reasonable accommodations be requested?

Reasonable accommodations can be requested at any time during the lease period because the Fair Housing Act ensures that individuals with disabilities have the right to request adjustments or modifications to policies, practices, services, or facilities that are necessary to afford them equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling. This flexibility allows tenants to address changing needs or circumstances related to their disabilities, which may arise after they have already begun their tenancy.

This ongoing right to request accommodations reinforces the principle of accessibility and inclusivity in housing, ensuring that individuals are not limited by time constraints imposed by landlords or other entities. In essence, the regulation is built to prioritize the needs of individuals with disabilities, allowing them to seek necessary changes or assistance whenever those needs may arise.