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Soosmita Sinha

Fair Housing July 23, 2026

Do Michigan Condo & HOA Boards Have to Accommodate Chemical Sensitivity Under the Fair Housing Act?

Community associations regularly receive requests from residents seeking accommodations for medical conditions. While many requests involve emotional support animals, accessible parking, or physical modifications to a unit, some residents request restrictions on pesticides, cleaning chemicals, fragrances, or other substances because of a claimed chemical sensitivity. These requests can place boards in a difficult position, as they must balance one resident’s…
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