ADA Overrides Zoning Rules

According to a case in Illinois, the American with Disabilities Act will overrie local zoning restrictions.

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November 10, 2001, 8:00 AM PST

"Under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA), the Dadians zoning problems became a legal issue. They argued before a federal judge and jury in Illinois that the Villages refusal to permit the front access amounted to discrimination against them based on their disabilities."

Thanks to The Practice of New Urbanism

FULL STORY: Americans With Disabilities Act Overrides Local Zoning Rules

Monday, November 5, 2001 in Elder Law Issues

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