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ESA Letters for Apartments

How to submit your assistance animal documentation to property managers and avoid illegal fees.

Renting an Apartment with an ESA

When applying for a new apartment or adding an emotional support animal to an existing lease, you are requesting a "reasonable accommodation" under federal law. Property management companies are legally obligated to review valid clinician documentation within a reasonable timeframe (typically 10–14 days).

Step-by-Step Submission Tips

  1. Provide Written Notice: Submit your request in writing alongside your official ESA Housing Help letter.
  2. Do Not Pay Pet Fees: Ask in your request for pet fees and deposits to be waived as part of the accommodation.
  3. Share Your Verification ID: Your customer portal shows your letter's verification ID. Your landlord can enter it at esahousinghelp.com/verify to confirm the letter was issued and is current, and can check the provider's license with the state licensing board.
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