ESA Letter Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor's student-heavy rental market and U-M off-campus housing policies make ESA letters especially important for Washtenaw County tenants. Get a clinician-reviewed ESA housing letter valid across Washtenaw County and all of Michigan — accepted by landlords, HOAs, and University of Michigan housing.
Ann Arbor Quick Facts
How It Works in Ann Arbor
From free screening to signed letter — entirely online, no commute required.
Free Online Screening
Complete our confidential 10-minute questionnaire about your mental health and how your animal supports you. No cost, no obligation.
Michigan-Licensed Clinician Review
A Michigan state-licensed mental health professional reviews your evaluation and contacts you within 24 hours to complete a HIPAA-compliant video consultation.
Signed ESA Letter Issued
If you qualify, your clinician signs and issues your ESA letter on official letterhead within 24–48 hours. Download it anytime from our secure portal.
Present to Your Ann Arbor Landlord
Submit your letter to your Washtenaw County property manager or University of Michigan housing office. We offer free landlord verification support and re-issue within 30 days.
Your ESA Rights in Ann Arbor
Under the federal Fair Housing Act and Michigan's PWDCRA, Washtenaw County tenants have strong protections.
What Ann Arbor Landlords Must Do
- U-M student housing and Washtenaw County landlords must honor valid ESA letters
- Off-campus Ann Arbor landlords cannot charge pet deposits for ESAs
- TheRide bus corridors and South University area rentals are equally covered
- MDCR enforces PWDCRA violations in Washtenaw County
- Ypsilanti EMU-area landlords are covered under the same federal FHA protections
What Ann Arbor Landlords Cannot Do
- Charge pet fees, pet rent, or pet deposits for your validated ESA
- Deny housing based on breed, size, or species of your emotional support animal
- Demand your clinical records or require disclosure of your exact diagnosis
- Delay processing your accommodation request past a reasonable timeframe
Ann Arbor Areas & Neighborhoods Served
Our telehealth ESA evaluations cover every ZIP code in Washtenaw County equally.
Ann Arbor ESA Letter — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from Washtenaw County residents.
Does U-M Ann Arbor student housing accept ESA letters?
Yes. University of Michigan's Housing office at 1011 Student Activities Building follows HUD 2020 guidelines. Your ESA letter must come from a Michigan-licensed mental health professional with whom you have an established clinical relationship.
Can my Ann Arbor landlord reject my ESA?
Very rarely. Under the FHA and Michigan PWDCRA, Washtenaw County landlords must provide reasonable housing accommodations for ESAs. The only exceptions involve buildings with 4 or fewer units where the owner resides on-site.
How soon can I get an ESA letter in Ann Arbor?
Evaluations are completed entirely online via HIPAA-secure video. Once a Michigan-licensed clinician approves your application, you receive your letter within 24–48 hours — ideal for urgent apartment applications.
Are Ypsilanti-area landlords also covered?
Yes. Federal Fair Housing Act protections extend to all of Washtenaw County — including Ypsilanti, Saline, and Pittsfield Township rentals.
Ann Arbor — Your ESA Letter Is Ready
Free 10-minute screening. Only pay if you qualify. Your signed letter delivered within 24-48 hours by a Michigan-licensed clinician — valid across Washtenaw County and the entire state.