I am renting a large house for 9 months now, I was allowed to have a dog, I also have 2 cats that I did not tell my landlord about, but have not hidden, can they make me get rid of my cats now?
2006-07-07 02:48:08 · 22 answers · asked by sweety0514 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
If you were allowed to have a dog, and the landlord has seen the cats (you say you haven't tried to hide them) then there's probably no reason to worry unless there are other considerations, such as an agreement to keep the feces cleaned up, no complaints made by neighbors, ect.
There's one other thing that could void any oral agreement you've made with the landlord. If the landlord is the owner, no problem, but if the landlord is an agent for the owner (manager) then he/she may or may not have the authority to ignore a "no pets" rule and waive the restriction. Most rental agreements have a waiver clause that states that just because the landlord doesn't enforce one violation (waiver), doesn't mean you're permitted to violate it twice.
You can find the laws, rights and obligations between landlord & tenant on line regardless of what state you're living in. Do a Google or Yahoo search and look for a link "statutes governing rental agreements" under www.
2006-07-18 14:52:33 · answer #1 · answered by tee_nong_noy 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't know why any landlord would allow a dog and not a cat as cats are far less destructive. In PA, if you have signed a lease that says no pets your landlord can give you 30 days to get rid of the cat or you move, your choice. Some landlord will allow pets if you pay a deposit to cover any damage caused by pets. I once gave a cat to a friend of mine when I had three because it seemed like she would be more happy in a one kitty home. She was there 4 months when the landlord found out and I had to take my cat back. Glad I did now.
2006-07-13 17:15:07 · answer #2 · answered by Classy Granny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the lease states either that pets are not allowed or pets are allowed only with the expressed consent (written or otherwise) then you have violated your lease and the landlord would be justified in demanding compliance (get rid of the pet(s)) or requiring you to vacate the premises. If the lease contains no language on pets then you would not be prevented from having pets.
Curious, with the dog, was the animal noticed and no comment made by the landlord or did you ask about the dog beforehand? If you inquired first, you may have established the precedence yourself.
2006-07-07 03:01:52 · answer #3 · answered by kpizura 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Each state is different regarding rental laws.
You need to read your lease and see if it is pet specific or cat specific if you can or can't.
It sounds like you have already moved in, your landlord knows you have the cats and hasn't said anything.
I'd say it's too late. Talk to your landlord if they aren't idiots. It doesn't do any good to be secretive about it and act like he doesn't know.
He may ask for a pet deposit.
Personally, I think it's discrimination not to allow pets and that should be a law !
2006-07-07 03:56:49 · answer #4 · answered by Big Bear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what their rules are. Sometimes you have to have permission for each animal. Sometimes there's just one rule that covers all animals. You'll have to read your lease or ask your landlord about the cats. If they weren't allowed, then yes, they can make you get rid of them and/or charge you ridiculous amounts of money.
2006-07-07 03:24:59 · answer #5 · answered by Christina 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can check with the land lord tenant act.. if you already brought the cats into the house they cant make you get rid of them.. its terrible that landlords wont allow pets into the house its just not fair.. unfortunately there has been so many tenants allowing their animals to rip up the house.or do their jobs in the house that landlords are tired of spending lots of money to repair.. foxi
2006-07-07 03:19:46 · answer #6 · answered by psychicfiles 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as long as you're not a problem tenant, i don't think the landlord is going to look for an excuse to evict you.
believe me, having a tenant that pays their rent on time---forget about anything else, is a dream come true! i'd forgive just about any other vices my tenants have if they'd just pay their rent on time!
and hell, if i could get tenants that would actually change a lightbulb on their own, or fix a leaky faucet on their own---i'd BUY them some cats!
2006-07-15 17:38:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Or you may have to move. Perhaps you could negotiate with your landlord - fix something up in the house that needs doing.
2006-07-18 04:35:10 · answer #8 · answered by Delora Gloria 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends where you live. Law of the land, or the tenant-landlord agreement, takes precedence over anything you may have had signed.
2006-07-07 02:51:38 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, your Landlord can if you signed a lease and it says you can't have the cats.
Sapphyre
2006-07-07 02:52:11 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋