Rentals and Emotional Support Animals
Summary
AI-generatedThis video explains the legal distinctions between pets, emotional support animals (ESAs), and service animals under Fair Housing laws. Landlords will learn why they cannot charge pet fees or deposits for ESAs and service animals and what limited questions they can ask.
Key insights
Unlike pets, emotional support animals (ESAs) and service animals are not considered pets under the law and cannot have rental fees or deposits charged for them by landlords.
Mistakes to avoid
Charging pet fees or deposits for emotional support animals or service animals is a violation of Fair Housing laws, as they are not classified as pets.
Tools & resources
Erin Spradlin's Booksbook
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