1. Pet Approval and Registration
All tenants must disclose and register their pets with management before move-in. Pets must be approved before they are brought onto the property.
2. Restrictions on Type, Breed, or Number of Pets
- A maximum of two (2) pets per rental unit is permitted.
- Pets that are excessively loud, aggressive, or otherwise disruptive are not permitted.
- Fish tanks are limited to two (2) gallons.
- Pets prohibited or restricted by applicable city or local regulations are not permitted.
- Additional restrictions may apply based on the property owner's requirements.
3. Pet Deposits and Fees
A nonrefundable pet fee/deposit may be assessed and collected before move-in to help cover potential pet-related damage or additional costs. Depending on the property owner's requirements, a monthly pet fee may also be added to the tenant's rent.
4. Vaccination and Health Requirements
Tenants must provide proof of current vaccinations required by law or property policy, including rabies vaccination records, when applicable.
5. Pet Behavior and Maintenance Rules
Tenants are responsible for:
- Cleaning up and properly disposing of pet waste both inside and outside the property.
- Preventing excessive barking, noise, or other disturbances.
- Maintaining appropriate control of their pets at all times.
- Ensuring pets do not create unsafe, unsanitary, or disruptive conditions.
Excessive noise, aggressive behavior, or other violations of the lease may result in fees, lease enforcement actions, or termination of the tenancy, as permitted by the lease and applicable law.
6. Responsibility for Pet-Related Damage
Tenants are responsible for pet-related damage, including but not limited to:
- Scratched or damaged flooring
- Chewed doors, trim, or fixtures
- Urine or other pet stains
- Damaged landscaping
- Any damage caused by the pet
Applicable charges may be deducted from the pet deposit or security deposit, as permitted by the lease and applicable law, if the amount of the deposit is insufficient to cover the damage.
7. Service Animals and Assistance Animals
Service animals and assistance animals may be subject to different requirements under applicable fair housing laws and are not treated as pets for purposes of pet restrictions or pet fees when the legal requirements for an assistance animal are met.
Tenants requesting an accommodation for an assistance animal may be required to provide reliable documentation or information permitted under applicable law. Requests will be reviewed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local fair housing requirements.
Note: All pet policies are subject to the terms of the applicable lease and federal, state, and local laws. Where applicable law provides greater rights or protections, those requirements will control.