Property Management
Which of the following is required under Maine law before a landlord can impose a no-pets policy on a tenant with a certified service animal?
ANothing; pets are pets, and no-pet policies apply to all animals
BNothing; service animals are not pets and cannot be subject to no-pet policies✓ Correct
CThe landlord must file a variance with the municipality
DThe tenant must pay a pet deposit for service animals
Explanation
Service animals (and emotional support animals in housing) are not considered pets under the Fair Housing Act and ADA. A no-pet policy cannot be applied to legitimate service or emotional support animals in housing.
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