🐾 Free ESA Verification Request

Verify emotional support animal documentation legally and professionally.

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ℹ️ About This Form: This letter requests verification of an ESA letter from the healthcare provider who issued it. Under the Fair Housing Act, landlords may verify the authenticity of ESA documentation.

⚠️ Important: You cannot deny housing solely because someone has an ESA. You CAN verify that documentation is legitimate and from a licensed healthcare provider with an established patient relationship.

👤 Tenant/Applicant Information

Tenant/Applicant Name *

Property Address *

City *

State *

ZIP *

Date of ESA Letter

🐕 Animal Information

Animal Type *

Animal Name

Breed

Weight (approx.)

👨‍⚕️ Healthcare Provider Information

Provider Name *

Provider Address

License Number

License State

Provider Phone

Provider Email

👔 Landlord Information

Landlord/Property Manager Name *

Landlord Address *

Landlord Phone

Landlord Email

Request Date *

Response Deadline

🐾 What is an ESA Verification Request?

An ESA Verification Request is a formal letter sent to a healthcare provider to confirm the authenticity of an Emotional Support Animal letter. Under the Fair Housing Act, landlords have the right to verify that ESA documentation is legitimate.

This verification helps protect against fraudulent ESA letters while respecting the rights of tenants with legitimate disability-related needs for an emotional support animal.

✅ What Landlords CAN Do

Verify authenticity: Confirm the letter is from a real, licensed healthcare provider
Check licensing: Verify the provider is licensed in the appropriate state
Confirm relationship: Ask if the provider has an established patient relationship (not just an online transaction)
Request current documentation: ESA letters should generally be dated within the past year

❌ What Landlords CANNOT Do

Deny housing: Cannot deny solely because of an ESA
Charge pet fees: Cannot charge pet deposits or pet rent for ESAs
Request diagnosis: Cannot ask for specific medical diagnosis or records
Require specific breeds: Cannot apply breed restrictions to ESAs
Demand training: ESAs are not required to have special training

⚠️ Note: ESAs are different from service animals. Service animals (typically dogs) are trained to perform specific tasks and have additional protections under the ADA. ESAs provide emotional support through companionship and are protected under the Fair Housing Act.

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📋 Legal Disclaimer

This ESA Verification Request form is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The Fair Housing Act and state laws govern ESA accommodations. Consult with a licensed attorney before denying any accommodation request. Last updated .