Housing Reasonable Accommodation Request is used to ask a landlord for changes that support a disability-related need. It may involve policy adjustments or minor housing modifications and must be supported by a healthcare provider’s letter. Landlords are required to review and respond under the Fair Housing Act.
What Is a Fair Housing Reasonable Accommodation Request?
A Reasonable Accommodation Request is a written request asking a housing provider to adjust a rule, policy, or practice so a person with a disability can fully use and enjoy their home. It applies to rentals, condos, and HOAs under the Fair Housing Act. The request must be necessary for equal access and cannot create an undue burden for the housing provider.
For service dogs or emotional support animals, this request helps clarify the need for an assistance animal in no-pets housing.
“The ADA prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including housing.”
There is no single required template. You may write the request yourself, but legal or disability-advocate guidance is recommended to ensure compliance with FHA and ADA standards.
Why You Need a Housing Accommodation Request
A Housing Accommodation Request notifies landlords or housing providers that a person with a disability—and their assistance animal—must be allowed equal access without discrimination.
You may need to submit a request when:
- Moving into rental housing
- Staying in a hotel with an assistance animal
- Requesting a single dorm room
- Needing home or policy adjustments for disability access
- Requesting a designated parking spot
- Seeking access to common areas that are not accessible
A valid doctor’s letter helps support the request and reduces the chance of unfair treatment.
Without a formal request, individuals may face illegal refusals, such as:
- Denying housing without valid cause
- Changing terms or prices due to disability
- Falsely claiming a unit is unavailable
If discrimination occurs, it should be reported under ADA and Fair Housing protections. Proper accommodation requests help ensure equal access and prevent housing-related discrimination.
What to Include in a Housing Accommodation Request
- The reason you need an assistance animal
- The animal’s type, breed, and size
- Any relevant training or task information
- How the animal will be controlled and non-disruptive
- Any specific accommodations you need in the unit
Are a Housing Accommodation Request and a Doctor’s Letter the Same?
No. They serve different purposes:
- Doctor’s Letter: Confirms the disability-related need for an assistance animal.
- Accommodation Request: A written request to your housing provider asking to live with the animal under Fair Housing rules.
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