That is a recipe for disaster.This is unchartered territory for the most part, so you have to ask yourself whether you are willing to push the limits and potentially go to court to help set some rules, or work within the framework to find the most qualified tenant.Here is a good form to require for the next step:FORM TO REQUEST AN ASSISTANCE ANIMALWe are committed to granting reasonable accommodations when necessary to afford persons with disabilities the equal opportunity to use and enjoy our rental properties.Under the Fair Housing Act, a person with a disability is defined as a person who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.

Your wife's aunt should get a lawyer for her disability.  

No requirement for training.Service Animals - Disability requirement.

And sometimes 2... i feel like theres a lot that are legit and then a large handful that's just complete ridiculous.Am I write that I read that you can not ask for their doctor note regarding the service animal, etc because that interferes with their privacy on their disability?

I’m going through the disability process currently but nothing is guaranteed.

We had problems in the past with tenants disabling the baseboard heaters under the windows so they could place furniture there and then using a space heater instead.

Had you been a real estate agent, picking up some elderly or disable person is actually required under ADA, equal opportunity and access.

That brings up all the issues of withholding, disability and unemployment insurance.It's hard to tell whether he is a fun guy, ready for a new adventure, or he is a nut case that you wouldn't want to be in the same town with, let alone have him sleeping in your barn.

The ADA clearly says that mental illness is a disability.

Keen intuition and observation skills.14 years as "Accessibility Services Manager" at a major medical center, providing accommodations for people with disabilities and language/cultural support services.