Northeast · New Hampshire
ESA letter & service dog laws in New Hampshire.
ESA and service-dog rules in New Hampshire are governed by different federal statutes and apply in different contexts. Use the page that matches your situation.
Educational content, not legal advice. For your specific situation, consult a New Hampshire-licensed attorney.
For housing accommodations
ESA letter laws in New Hampshire
New Hampshire follows the federal Fair Housing Act with state-level reinforcement through the Law Against Discrimination (RSA 354-A). The New Hampshire Commission for Human Rights handles state-level housing-discrimination complaints in parallel with HUD.
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For public access
Service dog laws in New Hampshire
New Hampshire combines the federal ADA with state-level service-animal protections under RSA 167-D and misrepresentation provisions under RSA 167-D:7 et seq.
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Which one applies to me?
- ESA letter — for housing accommodations under the federal Fair Housing Act. Allows an emotional support animal in a "no pets" rental. No public-access rights.
- Service dog — for public access under the federal ADA. The dog must be individually trained to perform a task tied to a disability. Can include psychiatric service dogs (PSDs).