Wall Street Journal: Aid to Make Homes ‘Accessible’

While the prospect of renovating to accommodate age-related or other disabilities may seem daunting, experts say there are ways to keep costs down, including potential federal tax deductions and assistance from nonprofit and government groups.

Public and commercial buildings nationwide have installed ramps, automatic doors and wheelchair-accessible bathrooms, thanks largely to the federal Americans With Disabilities Act. But while the law can apply to apartment buildings and condos, it doesn’t apply to private homes. Only a few communities—including Tucson, Ariz., and surrounding Pima County—have begun requiring new homes to include some key accommodations.

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Published on April 13, 2008

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