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Case Files: Accessibility Accountability: Who Is Responsible For Design Failures?

Does a certificate of occupancy guarantee Fair Housing compliance? In this episode of Case Files, we analyze a federal case highlighting widespread accessibility allegations against developers, owners, management companies, and even the architects. From mailbox heights to inaccessible amenity routes, we break down why design failures are a shared liability and how every participant in the building process must ensure compliance.

Timestamps & Highlights:

  • 00:00 – Case Review
  • 01:35 – Fair Housing Act, NY State, and NYC Law Claims Overview
  • 02:31 – Covered Multifamily Dwellings & Design Requirements
  • 03:58 – Mailbox Heights and Hardware Accessibility
  • 06:22 – Thresholds and Inaccessible Amenity Routes
  • 08:16 – Bathroom Maneuvering and Unit Door Clearances
  • 09:28 – Shared Accountability: Liability for Developers, Owners, Managers, and Architects
  • 11:59 – Fair Housing Testing and Property Audits
  • 15:21 – Reasonable Modifications vs. Fixing Deficiencies

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