Full question:
Is it legal in the state of Arizona for a apartment manager to make tenants re-register their dog(s) to enforce the dog restrictions? According to the lease any dog owner who signs lives in the complex must register their dog(s) at the time they sign their lease to include the pet's name, weight, type of dog and license number for the state of Arizona. There is also a restriction on the breed, weight and number of dogs allowed which is 2. I have noticed that there are more dogs here and some of them are over the legal limit, which is 100 lbs.
- Category: Animals
- Date:
- State: Arizona
Answer:
Landlords in Arizona can set rules about pets in leases, including registration requirements. While they can enforce these rules, they must comply with state and local laws regarding pet ownership. The lease terms, including breed, weight, and number of dogs allowed, are generally enforceable under contract law.
It’s important to note that the Fair Housing Act protects service animals and companion animals related to medical conditions. A tenant with a disability may request reasonable accommodations for a service animal, and landlords cannot deny this request if it meets legal criteria.
In one case, the court ruled that requiring service dogs to be trained and certified does not conflict with the Fair Housing Act. However, the tenant must make a genuine effort to find a certifying authority. The court also upheld the requirement for a physician’s authorization as reasonable.
For more specific legal guidance, you may want to consult Arizona statutes, such as A.R.S. § 11-1012 regarding dog licensing and restrictions.
This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.