Handling Service Animals in No Pets Properties

Описание: As a landlord, handling service animals in a “no pets” property requires understanding your legal obligations. Under the Fair Housing Act and New York State Human Rights Law, tenants with disabilities are entitled to keep service animals or emotional support animals, even if your lease has a no‑pet clause. If a tenant makes a request, evaluate it promptly and professionally. You may ask for reasonable documentation verifying the disability and the animal’s role, but you cannot demand extensive medical records or charge extra fees or deposits. Tenants, however, remain responsible for any damages caused by the animal. Service animals are trained to perform specific tasks, while emotional support animals provide comfort and stability—both are protected by law. To protect yourself, document all interactions, update lease policies to reflect reasonable accommodation rules, and train your staff to avoid discrimination claims. If you need guidance managing service animal requests or compliance with housing laws, contact James G. Dibbini & Associates at (914) 240‑8270.

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