09/02/2026
🐾 A tenant asks to have an assistance animal. Now what?
Reasonable accommodation requests for service animals and emotional support animals can be complicated for landlords. And, handling them incorrectly can create legal issues.
Our latest article breaks down what landlords need to know, including:
✅ The difference between service animals and emotional support animals
✅ What documentation you can - and can't - request
✅ When an accommodation request can be denied
✅ Best practices for reviewing requests
The rules can be nuanced, especially with recent changes in federal guidance. Know your rights and responsibilities before making a decision. Read the full article to learn how landlords can handle assistance animal requests fairly and thoughtfully.