Cal. Civ. Code § 22-9-7-5
"Individual with a disability"
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Sec. 5. As used in this chapter, "individual with a disability" means an individual: (1) with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one (1) or more of the major life activities of the individual; or (2) who: (A) has a record of; or (B) is regarded as; having an impairment described in subdivision (1).
Indiana Code § 22-9-7-5 establishes the definition of 'individual with a disability' for purposes of the chapter in which it appears. The term covers three distinct groups: people who have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, people who have a documented history of such an impairment, and people who are perceived by others as having such an impairment. This definitional provision shapes who qualifies for the protections the chapter provides, even if a person's impairment is not currently active or was only ever perceived rather than diagnosed.
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Under Ind. Code § 22-9-7-5, the definition of 'individual with a disability' is intentionally broad, reaching not only current impairments but also past records of impairment and situations where a person is merely regarded as having one. Property owners and managers operating under this chapter generally apply this definition when evaluating accommodation requests or making housing decisions, recognizing that a formal diagnosis is not necessarily required for someone to qualify. Familiarity with all three prongs of the definition helps operators avoid inadvertently treating a prospective or current resident in a manner that conflicts with the chapter's scope.
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Ind. Code § 22-9-7-5 defines who counts as an 'individual with a disability' under this chapter, and the definition is wider than many people expect — it includes individuals who have a history of a qualifying impairment or who are simply perceived as having one, not just those with a current active condition. Tenants who believe they have been treated differently because of a past impairment or a landlord's mistaken perception of disability may fall within this definition and could have standing to raise a claim under the chapter. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices familiar with Indiana fair housing law can help individuals understand whether their circumstances fit within § 22-9-7-5's scope and what general enforcement paths may be available.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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