Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation (150–250 words):
Under the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988, landlords must allow tenants with disabilities to make reasonable modifications at their own expense if needed for full enjoyment of the premises. The landlord cannot refuse reasonable modifications (like grab bars) nor charge additional deposits or fees due to disability. However, the landlord may require that the tenant restore the property to its original condition upon vacating, excluding normal wear and tear.
Therefore:
A: Increasing a security deposit because of disability is illegal.
B: Charging extra for facility use due to disability is discriminatory.
D: Tenants are allowed to install grab bars, even if drilling is required, as this is a reasonable modification.
Only C is consistent with the law: requiring the removal of modifications (like a ramp) when vacating.
[Reference: Fair Housing Amendments Act (1988); Massachusetts Real Estate Salesperson Candidate Handbook – Fair Housing and Accessibility., ]
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