Well, well, well… buckle up, folks! We’ve got quite the predicament on our hands. Picture this: a 21-year-old powerlifting queen inherits a house from her dear, departed great aunt. But wait, there’s a twist! ️ The downstairs is wheelchair accessible, while the upstairs remains untouched. Enter Brian, the wheelchair-bound tenant, ready to shake things up! Will our heroine grant him access to the forbidden second floor? Or will she stand her ground and keep her upstairs sanctuary intact? ️ Let’s dive in and see how this drama unfolds!
A House Divided: The Wheelchair Dilemma

Downstairs Dilemma: Wheelchair Accessible, But…

️ Upstairs Sanctuary: A Teen’s Domain ♀️

Enter Brian: The Wheelchair-Bound Tenant

️ Two Rooms for Brian: Bedroom & Office

Roomie Rapport: So Far, So Good

The Stair Chair Request: Access Denied!

♀️ AITA? Brother Thinks So…

Power Dynamics: Landlady vs. Tenant

️♀️ Powerlifter Prowess: Don’t Mess with Me!

Rent Rundown: What Brian Pays For

️ Upstairs Amenities: For Those Lazy Nights

Landlady vs. Tenant: The Stairway Standoff!
Well, folks, it seems our powerlifting protagonist is in quite the pickle! She’s got a wheelchair-bound tenant who’s itching to explore the uncharted territory of the second floor. ️ But our heroine is standing her ground, claiming the upstairs is her personal haven. She’s confident in her ability to overpower Brian if push comes to shove, thanks to her powerlifting past. But is she being fair? Is denying him access to the entire house a bit harsh? The internet is divided on this one! Some say she’s within her rights, while others think she’s being a bit of a… well, you know. Let’s see what the masses have to say about this stairway standoff!
Accessible home rented but caution advised due to wheelchair user’s capabilities

NTA for not making personal space accessible to disabled tenant.

Tenant not at fault for inaccessible home. Get legal advice!

Disabled people don’t need to be babied. NTA for enforcing accessibility.

Tenant wants access to upstairs, but NTA says no.

Disability discrimination and victim blaming. Unacceptable behavior

Important questions to consider before taking sides in this situation

Tenant defends landlord’s decision to not make home accessible.
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Landlord’s motives questioned in denying accessibility to disabled tenant.

Disturbing story of sexual assault by disabled man at restaurant

Tenant’s needs met downstairs, no need for upstairs access. NTA.

Misleading title, tenant doesn’t need access upstairs. NTA.

Disabled tenant’s safety is important. NTA, but be cautious.

Landlord advised to research tenant rights and contact property attorney

Tenant’s disability not a safety concern, NTA for landlord.

Tenant denied access to upstairs, deemed ‘creepy’ by commenter. NTA.

Tenant’s disability doesn’t justify invading landlord’s privacy

Landlord advises writing official response to avoid tenant lawsuits

Tenant refuses to make home accessible for disabled person

Tenant’s downstairs apartment doesn’t require upstairs accessibility. NTA.

Woman refuses to make home accessible for disabled tenant. NTA suggests evicting him.

Advocating for tenant’s rights and clarifying rental agreement.

Unsympathetic commenter suggests renting house to non-disabled family for more profit

Tenant with disability faces discrimination. Comment defends landlord.
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Tenant refuses to make home accessible for disabled tenant. NTA.

Being NTA doesn’t mean being free of criticism.

Tenant knew what he was getting into, NTA

Tenant and landlord clash over accessibility. Landlord suggests getting new tenant.

Tenant has what he needs, NTA. Devil’s advocate: inclusion desire.
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Tenant not at fault, but creepy behavior from upstairs neighbor

Neighbor asked to keep door unlocked, commenter says NTA

Tenant denied accessibility, landlord claims no responsibility. ♂️

Tenant is NTA and has privacy concerns

Is the landlord assuming a romantic relationship with tenant?

Tenant with disability wants access to landlord’s space. NTA’s response.
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Tenant’s disability not landlord’s responsibility. NTA wins.

Install locked door for disabled tenant: practical or paranoid?

Tenant with disability denied access to upstairs, NTA prevails.

Helpful advice on landlord/tenant laws and legal resources.

Tenant’s privacy must be respected. NTA for refusing access.

Disabled tenant wants accessibility, commenter thinks NTA. Why?

Tenant with disabilities not entitled to landlord’s personal living space. NTA

Tenant refuses to make home accessible, suggests extra lock. NTA.

Clear and factual response to landlord’s responsibility.

A wheelchair user is deemed dangerous? NTA comment stands out
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Tenant in wheelchair wants access to home, commenter says NTA

Landlord may be YTA for lack of communication with tenant.

Tenant’s disability doesn’t entitle him to access whole building. NTA.

Empathy and caution advised when interacting with disabled tenants.

Be careful and take precautions to protect yourself from potential danger
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Initial judgment reversed after reading story. Reminder that disability ≠ harm.

Tenant’s lease limits access rights, conflict over accessibility.

Accessibility of rented space matters, concerns about tenant’s behavior valid

Tenant’s needs questioned in accessibility dispute.

Tenant’s strange request for inaccessible area raises eyebrows

Clear lease terms protect both parties. NTA in this situation.

Disabled tenant renting only downstairs. Upstairs is landlord’s private space. NTA.

Tenant refuses to make home accessible, commenter defends landlord.
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Landlord not obligated to make home accessible for disabled tenant

Tenant renting only downstairs, NTA for not modifying upstairs

Tenant wants stairlift for personal use, landlord refuses. NTA.

Clear rental agreement needed for creepy request. NTA.

Landlord sets boundaries with entitled tenant. NTA

Clarify boundaries with tenant to avoid confusion and disputes

Tenant with disability not entitled to accessibility, NTA comment.
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Curious why Brian wants upstairs when downstairs is accessible

Tenant feels like a pet, commenters act paranoid and extreme

Roommate boundaries crossed, locking doors necessary

Tenant accused of trying to sue landlord for inaccessibility.

Is making a home accessible for a disabled tenant expensive?

Tenant’s brother demands unnecessary access, commenter defends landlord

Engaging with empathy and humor: Maybe he’s just being an a**hole ♀️

Respecting private space, gently suggesting a new home to tenant
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Tenant’s disability doesn’t entitle full access to landlord’s house

Tenant’s disability doesn’t require home accessibility. Not the a**hole.

Tenant denied accessibility, landlord defends decision. ♂️

Tenant with disability deemed NTA for requesting accessibility accommodations.

Landlord defends decision to not make home accessible for tenant ♀️

Tenant denies landlord’s request for accessibility; raises safety concerns.

Tenant defends not making home accessible for disabled person.

Tenant’s disability shouldn’t be a reason to restrict access upstairs.
