ESA POLICY &Emotional Support Animal Policy • July 21st, 2023
Contract Type FiledJuly 21st, 2023Florida Southern College (FSC) recognizes the importance of “Service Animals” as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the broader category of “Emotional Support Animals” under the Fair Housing Act that provide physical and/or emotional support to individuals with disabilities. FSC is committed to allowing Emotional Support Animals necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to access College housing. This Policy explains the specific requirements applicable to an individual’s use of an Emotional Support Animal in College housing. FSC reserves the right to amend this Policy as circumstances require. This policy applies solely to “Emotional Support Animals” which may be necessary in College housing. It does not apply to “Service Animals” as defined by the ADAAA.