ESA & Psychiatric Service Dog Letters in Colorado
Colorado's outdoor lifestyle means pets are everywhere — but strict rental policies can still keep you and your support animal apart. Start your free evaluation with a Colorado-licensed therapist. You only pay if you qualify.
Colorado ESA & PSD Letters — What You Need to Know
Colorado is famous for its dog-friendly culture — Denver has more dog parks per capita than almost anywhere in the U.S. But "dog-friendly" doesn't always extend to rental properties. If you're dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or another mental health condition, an Emotional Support Animal or Psychiatric Service Dog can make a real difference in your day-to-day life. The problem? Many Colorado landlords still enforce strict "no pets" rules.
That's where the Fair Housing Act comes in. With a legitimate ESA or PSD letter from a licensed Colorado therapist, your landlord is required by federal law to accommodate your animal — no pet deposit, no pet rent, no breed restrictions. And at American Service Animals, the evaluation that determines if you qualify is completely free.
Whether you rent in a Denver high-rise, a Boulder apartment near campus, or a home in Colorado Springs, we make it easy to find out if you're eligible. No in-person office visit needed — everything is 100% online.
Mile-High City to Mountain Towns
Denver's rental market has boomed in recent years, with pet deposits routinely hitting $300–$500. With a valid ESA or PSD letter, those charges disappear. The same protections apply whether you're in a downtown LoDo loft or a suburban apartment in Lakewood.
Boulder, Fort Collins, and Colorado Springs all have competitive rental markets too. Wherever you are in Colorado, our online evaluation connects you with a CO-licensed therapist who can determine your eligibility.
Colorado ESA & Housing Laws
- Colorado follows federal Fair Housing Act (FHA) protections for ESA owners.
- HB 21-1271 strengthened protections by defining valid ESA documentation requirements.
- Landlords must waive pet deposits and pet rent for valid ESA holders.
- Colorado prohibits misrepresenting a pet as an assistance animal.
- ESA letters must come from a licensed mental health professional with a legitimate client relationship.
Get Your Colorado ESA or PSD Letter in 3 Steps
No need to drive down I-25 for an appointment — the entire process is online:
Free 5-Minute Screening
Answer a few questions about your mental health. It's quick, private, and costs nothing. Zero risk, zero commitment.
CO-Licensed Therapist Review
A therapist licensed in Colorado reviews your evaluation and determines if you meet the criteria for an ESA or PSD letter.
Receive Your Letter
Approved? Your FHA-compliant letter is emailed within 24–48 hours. It's ready for your Colorado landlord or property manager.
What Your Letter Does for Colorado Renters
Denver's rent is high enough — here's how an ESA or PSD letter helps you keep costs down and your rights protected:
Colorado pet deposits often run $250–$500, with monthly pet rent adding another $25–$75. With a valid ESA or PSD letter, all those charges are waived by law.
Even if your Colorado apartment bans certain breeds or has a weight cap, those rules don't apply to emotional support animals or psychiatric service dogs.
Your Colorado landlord can see your letter — that's it. They cannot ask about your specific diagnosis, request medical records, or question the nature of your condition.
Colorado renters are protected under the FHA. If your landlord refuses, you can file with HUD's Denver office or the Colorado Civil Rights Division.
Psychiatric Service Dogs have full ADA public access — at Colorado ski resorts, on RTD buses and light rail, in Denver restaurants, REI stores, and everywhere the public goes.
Colorado Cities & Regions We Serve
From the Front Range to the Western Slope, we serve ESA and PSD clients across all of Colorado:
