ESA Letters & PSD Evaluations
in Dearborn, Michigan
Michigan-licensed clinicians provide both Emotional Support Animal letters and Psychiatric Service Dog evaluations for Dearborn residents — accepted by Wayne County landlords, University of Michigan-Dearborn housing, and HOAs statewide.
ESA Letter or PSD Evaluation — Which Do You Need in Dearborn?
Both offer critical protections, but their rights differ significantly for Dearborn residents.
ESA Letter — $149
Dearborn's dense Michigan Avenue corridor and East/West-side apartments are home to Wayne County tenants who need ESA housing accommodation letters.
- No-pet housing accommodation (FHA + PWDCRA)
- No pet fees or breed restrictions from Wayne County landlords
- Valid for University of Michigan-Dearborn student housing
- No task training required — any species qualifies
- Delivered in 24-48 hours
PSD Evaluation — $199
Dearborn's diverse community and UM-Dearborn campus have growing PSD evaluation demand for students and professionals needing full ADA public access rights.
- Full ADA public access rights (restaurants, stores, transit)
- Access to DDOT Route 16 public transportation
- Workplace ADA accommodation documentation
- Dog must be task-trained for your specific disability
- Strongest legal protection available in Michigan
ESA vs. PSD — Side-by-Side for Dearborn Residents
| Feature | ESA Letter | Psychiatric Service Dog |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Rights (FHA + PWDCRA) | Yes — Wayne County landlords must accommodate | Yes — strongest protection |
| Air Travel Rights | No longer required (post-2021) | Yes — ADA protections apply |
| Public Access (DDOT Route 16) | No — ESAs are not service animals | Yes — all Michigan public spaces |
| Workplace ADA Accommodation | Limited | Yes — full ADA rights |
| Training Required | None — any animal qualifies | Task-trained for your disability |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Housing | Yes — HUD 2020 compliant | Yes — strongest ADA rights |
| Michigan Cost | $149 | $199 |
| Delivery Time | 24-48 hrs | 24-48 hrs |
Your Legal Rights in Dearborn Under Michigan Law
Fair Housing Act
The FHA requires all Wayne County landlords — regardless of no-pet policies — to make reasonable accommodations for tenants with a valid ESA letter from a Michigan-licensed clinician.
Michigan PWDCRA
Michigan's Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act reinforces FHA protections. The MDCR enforces violations in Dearborn and across all 83 Michigan counties.
ADA (for PSD)
The Americans with Disabilities Act grants full public access rights to Psychiatric Service Dogs — including access to DDOT Route 16 and Dearborn public buildings — that ESAs do not have.
Dearborn Neighborhoods & Areas We Serve
All telehealth — every ZIP code in Wayne County covered equally.
Dearborn ESA & PSD — Common Questions
Do I need an ESA letter or PSD evaluation in Dearborn?
If you primarily need housing accommodations in Wayne County rentals, an ESA letter ($149) is sufficient. If you need full ADA public access rights — including access to DDOT Route 16 and Dearborn businesses — a Psychiatric Service Dog evaluation ($199) provides broader legal coverage.
How long does the process take for Dearborn residents?
Both ESA and PSD evaluations are completed entirely online. After your free screening, a Michigan-licensed clinician reviews your case and delivers your signed letter within 24–48 hours.
Does University of Michigan-Dearborn student housing accept these letters?
Yes. University of Michigan-Dearborn follows HUD 2020 ESA guidelines for housing accommodations. For ADA workplace and campus access, a PSD evaluation provides the strongest legal protection.
Can Wayne County landlords refuse my ESA or PSD?
Very rarely. Under the FHA and Michigan PWDCRA, Wayne County landlords must make reasonable accommodations for ESAs. PSDs also have full ADA public access rights that override most property restrictions.
Ready to Get Your Dearborn ESA or PSD Letter?
Free screening — only pay if you qualify. Michigan-licensed clinicians deliver your letter within 24-48 hours, valid across Wayne County and the entire Great Lakes State.