Potential Tenants Have 2 Dogs and One is an Emotional Support Dog

[Matthew Kirkwold]

Hi BP! I have people applying with two dogs and one of them is an ESA. Our policy is $50/mo pet rent and $300 pet fee for one pet and $75/mo pet rent and $500 pet fee for two pets. I am wondering what other people do in this situation? Based on my understanding, I am legally able to charge pet rent/fee as if they only had one pet and that also seems like the right thing to do. Thanks for any advice or input!

[Nathan Gesner]

Tim is correct. You can charge for the pet, but not the ESA. You should definitely learn how to screen an ESA. Here's a guide from HUD: https://www.hud.gov/sites/dfil...

You are NOT required to accept letters or certificates purchased on a website. The HUD guidance says the letter should be from a medical provider and within the last year. You have a right to verify the letter is authentic by calling the medical provider directly.