Federal and state fair housing laws allow individuals with disabilities the right to have service animals and support animals – also known as emotional support, comfort, or companion animals –…
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The California legislature will consider a bill that would prohibit blanket bans on pets in rental housing and prohibit landlords from asking about pets on rental applications. The bill AB…
The Los Angeles City Council has recently passed an ordinance that prohibits landlords from evicting tenants for keeping unauthorized pets acquired during the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting ongoing adjustments to housing…
Question: How does the new security deposit law — which will limit security deposits to one month’s rent starting July 1, with some exceptions, affect pet deposits? Answer: A pet…
So, you’ve decided to allow your tenants to keep pets in their apartment. As a landlord, you want to make sure you have a clear and comprehensive agreement in place…
The California Apartment Association’s Landlord Helpline frequently fields questions about tenants who are seeking exceptions to a “no pets” rule. California and federal fair housing laws require landlords to make…
Legislation signed into law by Gov. Newsom earlier this month added to existing law by requiring that residents of some newly built affordable housing in California be allowed to own…
The California Apartment Association has updated its webinar on service and support animals to help rental property owners comply with a new law. AB 468 took effect Jan. 1, 2022,…
Stephen Pahl and Michael Pierce helped audience members bone up on legal issues surrounding pets and assistive animals during their presentation at April’s CAA Connect – Northern California Rental Housing Conference…