When a landlord and their law firm want to deny an animal for a disabled potential tenant, here are some issues.

These types of animals are not to be considered pets and not to be subject to "no pets" and pet fees and pet rents and pet deposits.

NAR White Paper on this issue:

https://realtorparty.realtor/state-local-issues/issues/issues/fair-housing-ada-reasonable-accommodations-with-service-animals

NAR legal video on this issue:

https://www.nar.realtor/videos/window-to-the-law/assistance-animals-in-housing

Posted by : Byron King on 10/15/18 (This information is only accurate as of 10/15/18. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/15/18 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org)