### Question
What is the definition of center for independent living?


### Answer
The definition of **center for independent living** is as follows in *29 U.S.C. § 796a*:

> a consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability, nonresidential private nonprofit agency that—


(A) is designed and operated within a local community by individuals with disabilities

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 796a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 15-OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH > SUBCHAPTER VII-INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES AND CENTERS FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING > Part A-Individuals With Severe Disabilities > subpart 1-general provisions**

