Fair Housing

Under the Fair Housing Act, a housing provider may ask for documentation of disability-related need for an assistance animal in which circumstances?

ANever—any such request is prohibited
BWhen the disability and disability-related need for the animal are not obvious or already known to the provider✓ Correct
CAlways—documentation is always required before permitting any animal
DOnly for emotional support animals, not service animals in public areas

Explanation

Housing providers may request reliable documentation when the disability or the disability-related need for the assistance animal is not readily apparent. They cannot ask for specific diagnoses or medical records—only that the person has a disability and needs the animal.

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