Fair Housing
A Colorado landlord who discovers that a tenant is an 'emotional support animal' owner wants to verify the need. Under HUD guidelines, the landlord may request:
AA. A complete psychiatric evaluation at the tenant's expense
BB. A letter from a licensed healthcare provider confirming the disability and the need for the ESA, when the disability and need are not obvious✓ Correct
CC. Breed and weight documentation for the animal
DD. Proof that the ESA is trained
Explanation
For an emotional support animal (ESA), when the disability and need are not obvious, the landlord may request a letter from a licensed healthcare professional (physician, psychiatrist, social worker, etc.) confirming the disability and the ESA's connection to that disability. The landlord cannot demand specific diagnoses or complete medical records.
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