Cal. Civ. Code § 22-9-7-13
Fee for emotional support animal prohibited
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Sec. 13. A person who offers to rent or otherwise make available a dwelling may not require an individual with a disability to pay a fee to maintain an emotional support animal in the dwelling.
Under Indiana Code § 22-9-7-13, a landlord or housing provider who rents or otherwise makes a dwelling available is prohibited from charging any fee specifically for an individual with a disability to keep an emotional support animal in that dwelling. This rule applies regardless of any general pet-fee policies that might otherwise be in place. The provision carves out a specific protection tied to disability status and the use of an emotional support animal as an accommodation.
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Ind. Code § 22-9-7-13 means that compliant housing operators do not assess pet deposits, pet rent, or any other fees directed at a tenant's emotional support animal when that animal is connected to a disability. Operators typically review their standard pet-fee policies to ensure those charges are not applied to residents who have an emotional support animal recognized under this provision. Maintaining clear internal documentation of how emotional support animal requests are handled can help demonstrate consistent compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ind. Code § 22-9-7-13 gives individuals with disabilities the right to keep an emotional support animal in their dwelling without being charged a fee for doing so. If a housing provider attempts to collect such a fee, that conduct may constitute a violation of this provision, and tenants can document the request and any related communications as a record. General paths for addressing potential violations include contacting a local fair housing organization, filing a complaint with a relevant state or federal agency, or consulting a tenant-rights resource for guidance on available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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