Colorado ESA Housing Letters &
Psychiatric Service Dog Evaluations
Get a fast, confidential evaluation with a Colorado-licensed clinician. Real ESA & PSD letters that hold up with Denver landlords, Boulder apartments, CSU/CU Boulder housing, and HOAs across the state.
A simple, transparent process
1. Free Screening
Answer a short, confidential questionnaire — takes about 2 minutes.
2. Clinician Review
A Colorado-licensed therapist reviews your responses and verifies eligibility.
3. Letter Issued
If you qualify, your ESA or PSD letter is signed on official letterhead.
4. Delivered Fast
Receive your documents securely in your dashboard within 24-48 hours.
Transparent, one-time pricing
No subscriptions. No hidden fees. Pay once — yours for a year.
ESA Housing Letter
Federal Fair Housing Act compliant ESA letter for Colorado renters.
- Colorado-licensed clinician
- PDF delivered in 24-48 hours
- FHA/HUD compliant letter
- Free re-issue within 1 year
ESA Letter — Multiple Pets
Most popular — one letter covering all your emotional support animals.
- All pets on one letter
- 24-hour priority processing
- Colorado-licensed clinician
- Valid for 1 year
Psychiatric Service Dog
PSD evaluation for housing, public access & travel protections.
- Licensed PSD evaluation
- ADA-recognized documentation
- 48-hour delivery
- Landlord verification support
Bundle Packages
Save more with our combined document bundles
ESA Letter + Certificate
ESA Letter + Official Certificate in one package.
- Official ESA Letter from a licensed professional
- ESA Certificate with QR code verification
- Digital delivery within 24-48 hours after payment
- Valid for 1 year with renewal reminders
PSD Letter + Cert + ID Card
Complete PSD documentation — letter, certificate & ID card.
- Official PSD Letter from a licensed professional
- PSD Certificate with QR code verification
- PSD ID Card with photo and barcode
- Digital delivery within 24-48 hours after payment
Not sure which plan is right for you? Take the free screening first — our clinicians will recommend the right plan after your evaluation.
Built on transparency & clinical integrity
We're a new service dedicated to doing this the right way — real licensed clinicians, honest pricing, and zero fake registries.
Colorado-Licensed Clinicians
Every evaluation is conducted by a state-licensed mental health professional — not a registry.
HIPAA Compliant
Your health information is handled with strict HIPAA-compliant security and full data encryption.
24–48 Hour Delivery
Receive your signed, clinician-issued ESA or PSD letter within 24–48 hours of approval.
Landlord-Accepted Letters
Our letters meet federal Fair Housing Act standards and are accepted by Colorado landlords and HOAs.
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Leave a Google ReviewColorado ESA Laws & Your Rights
Colorado tenants and housing applicants have strong federal and state protections. Know your rights before speaking to a landlord.
Fair Housing Act (FHA)
Under the FHA, Colorado landlords must make reasonable accommodations for tenants with an ESA. They cannot charge pet fees, pet deposits, or deny housing solely because of your emotional support animal — regardless of breed or weight restrictions.
HUD Guidelines
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) clarified in 2020 that an ESA letter from a licensed Colorado mental health professional is sufficient documentation. Online questionnaires alone are not enough — a real clinical relationship is required.
Colorado Fair Housing Act
Colorado has its own state-level Fair Housing Act that reinforces federal protections. The Colorado Civil Rights Division (CCRD) enforces these laws. Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins landlords are all bound by these rules.
What Colorado Landlords Cannot Do
- Charge pet fees, pet deposits, or monthly pet rent for an ESA
- Enforce breed or weight restrictions on your ESA
- Deny housing based solely on an ESA (with valid ESA letter)
- Request medical records or detailed diagnosis information
- Retaliate against you for requesting reasonable accommodation
- Ignore a properly submitted reasonable accommodation request
When a Landlord May Legally Deny
- •The building has fewer than 4 units and the landlord lives on-site
- •Single-family home sold/rented without a real estate broker
- •The specific animal poses a direct threat (documented, individual assessment)
- •The accommodation would cause undue financial hardship to the landlord
- •Your ESA letter is fraudulent, expired, or from an unlicensed provider
Who Qualifies for an ESA or PSD in Colorado?
Any Colorado resident with a qualifying mental health condition may be eligible. Our licensed clinicians evaluate each applicant individually and confidentially.
Anxiety Disorders
GAD, Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Panic Disorder
Depression
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Persistent Depressive Disorder
PTSD / Trauma
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Acute Stress Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar I, Bipolar II, Cyclothymia
OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and related conditions
ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in adults & adolescents
Autism Spectrum
ASD-related emotional regulation challenges
Schizophrenia
Schizoaffective Disorder and related conditions
Not sure if you qualify?
Our free evaluation is the first step. A Colorado-licensed clinician reviews your questionnaire and contacts you within 24 hours. You only pay if you qualify.
Take the Free EvaluationColorado Cities We Serve
We serve all Colorado residents statewide. ESA and PSD letters are valid across all 64 Colorado counties. Our telehealth evaluations are available entirely online.
Don't see your city? We still serve you.
Colorado Service Animals serves all 64 Colorado counties via telehealth. No in-person visit required.
ESA Letter vs. Psychiatric Service Dog — What's the Difference?
Both provide essential mental health support, but they come with different legal rights, requirements, and costs in Colorado.
| Feature | ESA Letter | Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD) |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Rights (FHA) | Yes — landlord must accommodate | Yes — strongest protection |
| Air Travel Rights | No longer required (post-2021) | Yes — ADA protections apply |
| Public Access Rights | No (ESAs are not service animals) | Yes — all public spaces |
| Training Required | No formal training required | Must be trained for specific task |
| Any Animal Type | Dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, etc. | Dogs (and some miniature horses) |
| Letter Required | From licensed mental health provider | For housing; ID helps everywhere |
| Colorado Cost | From $129 (ESA housing letter) | From $199 (PSD evaluation) |
| Delivery Time | 24–48 hours after approval | 24–48 hours after approval |
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything Colorado residents want to know about ESA and PSD letters.
How fast will I receive my Colorado ESA letter?
How much does a Colorado ESA letter cost?
Is my ESA letter valid for Denver apartments and HOAs?
Can my Denver or Colorado Springs landlord deny my ESA?
Do I need to renew my Colorado ESA letter every year?
What does the free screening process involve?
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Free 2-minute screening — only pay if you qualify. Letters delivered within 24-48 hours by a Colorado-licensed mental health professional.
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