Should an assistance animal be charged normal apartment pet fees?

Quick answer

Assistance animals are not treated the same as ordinary pets under applicable fair-housing rules, so standard pet fees or pet rent may not apply when the animal and request qualify. The renter should follow the property’s legitimate accommodation process and provide any permitted documentation through the appropriate channel. Howdy should not decide disability status or legal eligibility; the property must handle the request under applicable law.

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