In New York, your ESA housing rights rest first on state law. The New York State Human Rights Law (Executive Law § 296) makes it an unlawful discriminatory practice for housing providers to deny people with disabilities a reasonable accommodation, including an emotional support animal. This state protection is enforced by the New York State Division of Human Rights and remains fully active. The federal Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. § 3604) provides the same obligation, and that statute has not changed.
Landlords in Cobleskill who refuse a valid ESA letter or continue charging pet fees may be in violation of the New York State Human Rights Law (Executive Law § 296) and federal law. Complaints can be filed with New York State Division of Human Rights.