In most cases, it is possible and easy to add someone to an existing lease if it's allowed by the landlord. However, the landlord will need to write a lease addendum or lease amendment to add new information to the lease that can protect all parties.
Yes, just call the leasing office and have them modify the leasing agreement to include your cats. It's best to just be honest with pets and apartments, for many reasons, inspections, pet damage, neighbors complaining that your cats are running around at 2am, etc.
Include the pet's breed, age, and required vaccinations. Clearly outline the rules and responsibilities of both the tenant and landlord regarding pet ownership. This should cover pet waste cleanup, noise control, and property maintenance. Clearly state the consequences of violating the pet addendum.
While it is within a landlord's right to refuse to allow pets, federal disability law stipulates that an animal is allowed in a rental if that animal is a service animal. In fact, a landlord cannot discriminate during the applicant vetting process based on a number of factors, one of which is an applicant's disability.
A pet agreement should include the landlord's and tenant's information, the place where the tenant will live with their pet, the inclusive dates of the contract (start date and end date), as well as how many pets are allowed within the property, and specify the amenities where the pet(s) are allowed.
How to Add a Pet to Your Lease STEP 1 – Determine if you live in a pet friendly property. STEP 2 – Review pet approval criteria. STEP 3 – Make a formal written request for approval of pet. STEP 4 – Finalizing paperwork and fees. STEP 5 – Pet Comes Home.
I agree to control my pet at all times and be 100% responsible for my pet's actions. I agree to keep my pet from making unnecessary noise or being a nuisance to other tenants, and will address any complaints immediately.
How to Add a Pet to Your Lease STEP 1 – Determine if you live in a pet friendly property. STEP 2 – Review pet approval criteria. STEP 3 – Make a formal written request for approval of pet. STEP 4 – Finalizing paperwork and fees. STEP 5 – Pet Comes Home.
Size age and behavior. History. This can involve meeting the pet in person observing its behavior.MoreSize age and behavior. History. This can involve meeting the pet in person observing its behavior. And asking the owner detailed.