Service Animals in Nevada

Autumn - a service animal is not a pet. Surely you already know this. Federal fair housing laws and the Americans with Disabilities Act, have strick guidelines to allow people with service animals free access where other animals may not be allowed. I don't see how they can deny your dog if you have proof that you need it. Harold

Thank you Harold, and you're right I do know that service animals are not 'pets' in the general term. I also keep a copy of the Service Disabilities Act guidelines on hand just incase. I guess I just was worried about the 30lb pet rule, and panicked a little. Thanks for you speedy reply though.
Not Blue in CA anymore. Autumn

Brian - I must respectfully disagree with you. Autumn is RENTING a condo in Nevada. I don't think HOA rentals are exempt from national or state laws. In addition to Federal laws, here is a quote from the Nevada Revised Statues:

"NRS 118.105 Landlord may not refuse to rent dwelling because person with disability will reside with animal that provides assistance, support or service.

1. Except as otherwise provided in subsection 2, a landlord may not refuse to rent a dwelling subject to the provisions of chapter 118A of NRS to a person with a disability solely because an animal will be residing with the prospective tenant in the dwelling if the animal assists, supports or provides service to the person with a disability.

2. A landlord may require proof that an animal assists, supports or provides service to the person with a disability. This requirement may be satisfied, without limitation, by a statement from a provider of health care that the animal performs a function that ameliorates the effects of the person’s disability."

So Autumn - make a copy of NRS 118.105, and be aware they cannot ask you what your disability is. All they can ask for is a statement from your health provider that a service animal is required.

I rent my FL condo for 6 months every year. Last year the couple showed up with their German Shepherd service dog that we had no knowledge of. I told them they could not have a dog because both my husband and my son are allergic to dogs. They called the police and i called my attorney. I was wrong and had no choice per the -ADA . They stayed, we had the place super cleaned when they left and we replaced the master bed because it smelled and had fleas. Bottom line is we can no longer rent our place becaue the tenants have more rights than the owners when it comes to service dogs. Also the service dogs dont have any certifications or paprwork.