In Minnesota, your ESA housing rights rest first on state law. The Minnesota Human Rights Act (Minn. Stat. § 363A.10, subd. 1) requires housing providers to make reasonable accommodations in rules, policies, practices, or services when necessary to afford a person with a disability equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling, including allowing emotional support animals. This state protection is enforced by the Minnesota Department 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 Minneapolis who refuse a valid ESA letter or continue charging pet fees may be in violation of the Minnesota Human Rights Act and federal law. Complaints can be filed with the Minnesota Department of Human Rights.