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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
The following words and phrases when used in this act shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
“Assistance animal.”An animal, other than a service animal, that qualifies as a reasonable accommodation under the Fair Housing Act (Public Law 90-284, 42 U.S.C. § 3601 et seq.), section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Public Law 93-112, 29 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.) or local law. The term includes an emotional support animal when the animal qualifies as a reasonable accommodation.
“Association.” The owners association established to operate a condominium, cooperative or planned community located in this Commonwealth.
“Disability.” A physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities.
“Service animal.”An animal, other than an assistance animal, that qualifies as a service animal under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-336, 104 Stat. 327) 1 or as a guide or support animal under the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L. 744, No. 222), 2 known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, or local law.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Pennsylvania Statutes Title 68 P.S. Real and Personal Property § 405.2. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/pa/title-68-ps-real-and-personal-property/pa-st-sect-68-405-2/
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