Austin |
Code of Ordinances |
Title 2. ADMINISTRATION. |
Chapter 2-14. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS. |
Article 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS. |
§ 2-14-1. PURPOSE.
(A)
The purpose of this Chapter is to create and implement a reasonable accommodations process that is consistent with the Federal Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 (FHAA) 42 U.S.C. § 3601, et seq.
(B)
The City adopts this reasonable accommodations process as a means to comply with its obligations under the FHAA.
(C)
The purpose of a reasonable accommodation is to modify a specific City of Austin requirement to ensure an individual with a disability has an equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling.
Source: Ord. No. 20160204-046, Pt. 1, 2-15-2016 .