Rentals and Emotional Support Animals
Summary
This video breaks down the critical legal differences between pets, service animals, and emotional support animals (ESAs) for rental property owners. Hosting expert Erin Spradlin explains why hosts cannot charge pet fees for ESAs under Fair Housing laws and clarifies what documentation a host can legally request while highlighting the limited recourse available if an animal becomes disruptive.
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