Can you say no pets renting?

Landlords can still stop tenants from keeping pets but must offer a reasonable excuse for refusal in writing within 28 days of the tenant’s request. Reasonable excuses would include a ban in smaller homes or flats where owning a pet might be impractical, said the minister.

Do I have to disclose my emotional support animal?

Can my landlord ask me to register or provide registration proof for my ESA? No, registration is not required for emotional support animals. Do I have to disclose my disability to my apartment manager or landlord? No, you do not have to disclose any medical information to your landlord.

Do landlords usually allow pets?

There is no law around pets in rental properties and whether or not tenants are able to keep a pet is ultimately a decision for their landlord. However, the government has taken steps to make it easier for tenants to rent with their pet by amending their recommended ‘model tenancy agreement’ contract.

What are the rules for an emotional support dog?

Under Fair Housing rules, ESAs are recognized as a type of assistance animal that is a “reasonable accommodation” for a person with a disability such as depression, anxiety, or PTSD. ESAs are not considered normal pets under Fair Housing rules and are thus exempt from restrictions a housing provider may place on pets.

Can landlords prohibit pets?

Under the new Model Tenancy Agreement, landlords will no longer be able to issue blanket bans on pets. Instead, consent for pets will be the default position and landlords will have to object in writing within 28 days of a written pet request from a tenant and provide a good reason.

What should an emotional support animal letter say?

The ESA letter should be on your therapist’s official letterhead. The ESA letter should include the therapist’s license number, date, and direct contact information.