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“Lunch and Learn” discusses accessibility in houses
Human Rights Commission Focus Area Public Poll
Feb 14 2024
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“Lunch and Learn” discusses accessibility in houses
Feb 9 2024
STAUNTON, Va. (WHSV) – Housing advocates are keeping the conversations going after the two days SAW Housing Summit that was held last year.
The topic of this most recent “Lunch and Learn” was centered around accessible housing and housing for older adults. Scott Pruett, Director of the Universal Design Project said why there is some accessibility legislation found under fair housing laws there is not a lot of regulations when it comes to accessibility in the housing market.
“The ADA does not apply to privately owned homes, it is more for commercial spaces,” said Scott Pruett.
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