Did you know... September 24, 2018

PETS vs. SERVICE/COMFORT ANIMALS

Service AnimalRegulations which restrict* certain breeds of dogs don’t apply if proper documentation has been provided that an animal is an assistance animal.  These *restrictions apply to pets. A service or comfort animal is not a pet.  However, assistance animals cannot be a direct threat to the health or safety of others. If the landlord has documented proof that an animal (whether a restricted breed or otherwise) is a legitimate threat to other residents, employees, or to the property itself, that animal may be barred from the community. The key word here is DOCUMENTED. 

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