New Management Changed the Pet Policy. Can They Do That?
Mid-term, generally not. At renewal, generally yes. The exposure is not who owns the building, it is the date your term ends, and what to do first.
Landlord & Lease Rules
My Lease Is Silent on Pets. Does That Mean Yes?
A silent lease generally is not a prohibition, and courts in most states read it that way. It is still not permission, and here is why to ask anyway.
Moving Out With a Pet: What Are They Allowed to Keep?
Only the deposit is ever in play. Landlords must itemize deductions, and in some states missing the return deadline forfeits deductions entirely.
Her Cat, My Name on the Lease: Who Actually Pays?
Under a joint and several liability clause, a landlord can pursue you for the full cost of your roommate's pet damage. What to write down first.
Dogs in Elevators and Lobbies: What Buildings Require
Leashed, service elevator only, or carried with no paws on the floor. These live in house rules, which can change without your lease being reissued.