You do not have to pay pet rent for an emotional support animal. Under the Fair Housing Act, landlords must accommodate and accept emotional support animals and cannot charge them pet fees or rent.
ESA letter landlord
Create an ESA letter for your client’s landlord to support their recovery. Use our template to ensure a smooth process and provide the care they need.
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No, ESAs do not require special training to live in your apartment or rental house. ESAs provide support through their presence, not through specific trained tasks like service animals.
Your landlord can request an ESA letter from a licensed mental health professional. Still, they cannot require you to register your ESA or provide proof of registration, as there is no official registry for ESAs.
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