My wife was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis eleven (11) years ago. An individual meets the American Disabilities Act definition of “disability” that would qualify he / she for reasonable accommodations if they have a physical / mental impairment that substantially limits major life activities. Federal and state laws forbid discrimination by property managers / owners for disabilities.
• PF (Pulmonary Fibrosis) is considered a disability under
the ADA.
• Since PF substantially limits life activities, individuals suffering from PF qualifies for protection.
• PF) Pulmonary fibrosis is a progressive, auto immune, interstitial lung disease that occurs when lung tissue becomes scarred. This thickened, stiff tissue makes it difficult for lungs to work properly. As pulmonary fibrosis worsens, the patient become progressively more and more short of breath.
A reasonable accommodation is a change, exception, or adjustment to a rule, policy, practice, or service that may be necessary for a person with disabilities to have an equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling, as wells as equal access, or to fulfill obligations.
Property managers / owners may not require persons with disabilities to pay extra fees or deposits or place any other special conditions or requirements as a condition of receiving a reasonable accommodation, directly or indirectly. Included are the following: property owners, property managers, homeowners and condominium associations, lenders, real estate businesses, and brokerage services
Not all persons with disabilities will have a need for reasonable accommodations. However, all persons with disabilities have the right to request or be provided reasonable accommodations at any time.
1) Oxygen Concentrator – Electricity (must provide)
2) Heat – Outside Temp 40-42 degrees (cannot charge for wood)
3) Window open – Fresh air for breathing
4) Ability to charge scooter
5) Light – leave a light on at night to prevent falls
All considered reasonable accommodations by council involved on ADA cases.
I never agreed to any of the terms, conditions, rules, and regulations of the main cabin because we were not staying at the main cabin. We only knew when we arrived. Rules were made known to me by note after we were not abiding. I was not even aware.
On arrival, she stated that she could work something out for Thurs night. She waited until check-out time Thurs to let us know, we had to go, instead of advising us Wed.