Federal Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 3604)
Regardless of the state in which you reside, the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA) guarantees your right to request reasonable accommodations for an assistance animal.
Universal Legal Protections Across All 50 States:
- Zero Pet Rent or Fees: Landlords cannot charge monthly pet rent or non-refundable pet deposits.
- No Breed or Weight Bans: Community breed restrictions and weight caps cannot be applied to assistance animals.
- No-Pet Lease Exemptions: Landlords must make reasonable exceptions to their pet policies.
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