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NYS Human Rights Law & NYC Admin Code

New York ESA Letter Laws & Co-Op Rights

Learn how New York tenants, co-op shareholders, and condominium owners are protected under state and federal assistance animal laws across NYC and Upstate New York.

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New York State & NYC Housing Protections

New York provides some of the strongest tenant protections in the nation under the New York State Human Rights Law and the New York City Human Rights Law (Admin Code § 8-107).

Key New York Protections:

  • Co-Op and Condo Board Coverage: NYC co-op and condo boards are residential housing providers subject to reasonable accommodation requirements for assistance animals.
  • Zero Pet Surcharges: Building managers cannot impose pet rent, extra maintenance fees, or non-refundable pet move-in fees for ESAs.
  • NYS Licensed Clinicians: Documentation must be provided by a clinician licensed with the New York State Education Department (NYSED) Office of the Professions.

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