At issue is a state regulation dating to 1968 that says anytime the cost of a renovation project exceeds 30 percent of a property’s assessed value the work must also incorporate changes to make it fully accessible for those with disabilities.
The Supreme Court’s decision to dismiss an activist’s case, however, leaves the question unsettled of who can sue over Americans with Disabilities Act violations.
Regardless of vision, hearing, physical and cognitive ability, everyone should be able to access information found on websites. Unfortunately, many businesses are falling short when it comes to ensuring accessibility for all users.
Brookline Bancorp and technology company Aira have teamed up to enhance physical and digital accessibility at all customer locations within the Brookline Bancorp network.
It’s a real estate question that historically has had an easy answer: Do single-family detached homes appreciate in value faster than condominiums?
