Landlord May Not Charge Pet Deposit for Emotional Support Animal
FACTS: The potential tenant has a dog utilized as an emotional support animal. The landlord wants to charge a pet deposit for the dog.
ISSUE: Is a landlord entitled to charge a pet deposit for an emotional support animal?
ANSWER: No.
DISCUSSION:
Emotional support animals provide comfort and support to their human companions. Under the Fair Housing Act, landlords are not allowed to charge pet deposits for emotional support animals.