Can my landlord evict me for not getting rid of my service animal?
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Can my landlord evict me for not getting rid of my service animal?
I am on section 8 housing assistance.
Asked on March 22, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Colorado
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Whether or not your landlord can evict you under your section 8 housing agreement for not getting rid of your service animal depends upon what your lease with the landlord states as well as what your section 8 agreement states as well. If you are authorized to have this service animal and it is a recognized service animal in the community where you reside, you might be able to keep it under state law and local ordinance.
I suggest that you consult with your section 8 representative further as to whether you are allowed to retain this service animal under your lease and then consult with a landlord tenant attorney.
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