68 Pa. Stat. § 405.2

Current through Pa Acts 2024-53, 2024-56 through 2024-92
Section 405.2 - Definitions

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) or as a guide or support animal under the act of October 27, 1955 ( P.L. 744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act or local law.

68 P.S. § 405.2

Added by P.L. TBD 2018 No. 118, § 2, eff. 12/24/2018.