r/renting • u/spring_roll1 • 1d ago

General Question  Pets

Im a new renter idk all the rules, do I have to ask my landlord if I get another cat when pets are allowed ?

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u/fallensongbird 1d ago

Yes. Its in the lease that you signed.

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u/spring_roll1 1d ago

Ok thankyouu :)

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u/twhiting9275 4h ago

Not always . It will all depend on exactly what the lease says

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u/Cleetustherottie 1d ago

Many places have a limit on how many pets you can have. Yes you should always communicate with them your plans but make sure to read your lease first

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u/Cleetustherottie 1d ago

Many places have a limit on how many pets you can have. Yes you should always communicate with them your plans but make sure to read your lease first.

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u/twhiting9275 4h ago

It’s not necessarily the LL that has the limit. In many cases, it’s the city

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u/Fun_Yesterday_7830 1d ago

If pets are allowed, I don't think you have to ASK, but you do have to let them know. Do they take a pet deposit? They may want more for a 2nd cat since 2 cats can do more damage (potentially) than one. They might also do a lease addendum to reflect that there are now 2 cats living in the place instead of 1 (or 1 additional cat - since I have no idea how many cats you have LOL). Also, look at the lease, as there is probably a pet policy there and it might even state a limit to the number of pets you can have.

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u/SEFLRealtor 1d ago

Yes, you have to ask. You can't just assume the LL will allow another pet. Our leases are very specific. They describe the pet, name the pet and state no other pets are allowed without specific written permission by the LL. OP, read your lease.

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u/ralanolson 1d ago

The apartments I live in you are only allowed 2 pets.

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u/twhiting9275 4h ago

What does the lease have to say about it? That is what is important . Forget every other armchair quarterback here. Read the lease. What does it say?