To all owners and residents of Sea Pointe Towers (SPT). 

 

A couple of questions have been raised about dogs seen on the premises that do not comply with the Sea Pointe Towers regulations on weight limits. The Board and Management Company have extensively investigated the matter and have consulted with lawyers representing SPT. They have made it clear that Sea Pointe Towers must follow all Laws that govern this matter.

 

Federal Law Is Clear

People with “service animals” must be allowed access to all public accommodations. The service animal may always accompany the owner.

 

“Emotional support dogs” are protected under federal law through the Fair Housing Amendments Act (FHAA) and the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA). These acts protect individuals who need an emotional support dog to assist them with their life. These dogs do not have the same access rights as service animals. Emotional support dogs do not have access to all public areas.  Unlike Service Animals, Emotional Support dogs must follow the same rules as other dogs with respect to entering or exiting the building.

 

Any size or breed of dog can be an emotional support or service dog and are therefore not subject to weight restrictions.  Emotional support dogs do not have to be professionally trained to perform any task.

 

Having said this, Sea Pointe Towers Board, Management Company and Legal representation have put in place proper paper work to ensure that SPT and the pet owner meet all the Federal Law requirements.