Housing Accommodation
/ˈhaʊzɪŋ ˌækəˈmoʊdeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Provision or arrangement of living spaces or dwellings to meet legal standards and personal needs.
The landlord must ensure the housing accommodation complies with safety regulations.
- (n.) Adjustment or modification in housing to cater to disabilities as required by law.
The tenant requested a housing accommodation for wheelchair access under the Fair Housing Act.
Forms
- housing accommodation
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'housing accommodation' often implies both the physical dwelling and the legal protections ensuring accessibility and habitability; precise drafting should distinguish between structural and statutory accommodations.
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