If a resident transfers for a reasonable accommodation, who is responsible for moving costs?

When it comes to reasonable accommodations, the responsibility for moving costs typically falls to the resident. Under the Fair Housing Act and related regulations, while housing providers are required to make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, this does not extend to covering expenses associated with moving unless explicitly agreed upon in a lease or other written arrangement.

Residents who request a transfer for a reasonable accommodation usually assume responsibility for any associated moving costs. This reflects the general principle that while housing providers must ensure equal access to housing opportunities, the financial burden of relocating typically remains with the tenant.

Factors such as lease agreements, specific stipulations in local laws, or any additional agreements between the tenant and landlord may influence this general rule. However, the standard expectation is that the resident covers their moving expenses in these scenarios.