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John Bradford

Cultivating Compliance: Navigating Assistance Animal Requests for Stronger Operations
John R. Bradford, III, is an experienced entrepreneur and CEO. He is a professional property manager with a demonstrated history of solving business problems for the property management industry and is experienced in both local and state government. He is the founder of two companies, Park Avenue Properties and PetScreening, both of which were started from the ground up. PetScreening has been nationally recognized four years in a row as one of the fastest-growing privately owned companies in the United States. John was elected 2 terms as a town Commissioner and then was elected 4 terms to the NC House of Representatives. He served in leadership as the Freshman Majority Whip and the Senior Chairman of the House Finance Committee. John graduated from Clemson University with a B.S. in Engineering and he obtained an Executive MBA from the University of Memphis. John is married with 4 children and a Boykin Spaniel, Berkeley. In his spare time, he likes to fish, camp and travel with his family.
10:30am - 11:45am - General Session Ballroom

Wed March 25 Wed

I. Cultivating Compliance: Navigating Assistance Animal Requests for Stronger Operations

In 2025, HUD withdrew its 2020 guidance on assistance animals, creating uncertainty for property managers navigating requests in California and across the U.S. This panel brings together experts in single-family property management, fair housing law, and regulatory compliance to provide clear, practical guidance on operating in this evolving landscape. Moderated by industry leader John Bradford, the session will explore the operational and legal implications of the withdrawal, including how to evaluate requests, document approvals, and maintain consistent, compliant processes. Panelists will share real-world examples and case studies from California property management, highlighting common pitfalls, risk scenarios, and effective mitigation strategies.