The short answer
A no-pets policy may be permitted, but it must be evaluated alongside fair housing accommodation duties and local rules. An assistance-animal request should not automatically be processed as an ordinary pet exception.
On this page
Define ordinary pet rules
Review the agreement's scope, lawful charges and enforcement steps. Apply the policy consistently to comparable situations while keeping legally required accommodations available.
Recognize an accommodation request
Route disability-related requests through an appropriate individualized process. Avoid requiring a resident to use a particular phrase before considering whether a request needs accommodation review.
Example: an animal is reported
Before issuing a pet violation, establish the facts and determine whether an accommodation request has been made. A blanket response that no animals are allowed can miss a separate legal obligation.
References and next steps
Use these references for the specific topic they cover. Local requirements and individual circumstances may differ.
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