Pet Policy
Common questions about pets in our rental properties.
Pet policies vary by property. Many of our homes do allow pets, but each property has its own rules about whether pets are accepted and what the requirements are. If you have pets, give us a call at (509) 525-1040 and we can help find the right home for you and your pets.
Pet fees vary by property. Properties that accept pets may require an additional pet deposit and monthly pet rent. The specific amounts depend on the property and will be outlined in your lease agreement. Call our office at (509) 525-1040 to ask about pet fees for a specific property.
Each property has its own pet policy, which may include specific requirements. These are determined on a property-by-property basis. Give us a call to discuss your situation and we can let you know what options are available.
If your property allows pets, you may be able to add a pet after moving in. Contact our office at (509) 525-1040 before bringing a new pet into your home. You will need written approval, and an additional pet deposit may be required. Adding a pet without approval is a lease violation.
Small caged animals such as hamsters or birds, and small fish tanks (typically 10 gallons or less), may be allowed in some properties. Please check with our office before bringing any animal into your home. Larger aquariums may require approval due to weight and water damage considerations.
Pet Rules & Requirements
All pets must be properly licensed and up to date on shots required by state or county law. You will need to upload documentation that shows this.
You will need to provide two pictures of each pet as well as vaccination records.
If you are applying for one of our properties and you have an animal that will be living with you, you are required to complete a Pet Screening profile for each of your pets or companion/service animals prior to moving in.
You may not feed stray or wild animals. You may not have any pets at the residence or on the property without our prior written consent, which we may withhold in our sole discretion. This prohibition applies to all pets, including “visiting” pets. If any pets are authorized, you agree to follow these rules:
- Pets may not cause any disturbance that might reasonably annoy neighbors, including making noise, creating odors, or leaving waste on the property.
- Any damage caused by a pet will be your responsibility and you will be charged to repair it. This includes (but is not limited to) window coverings, carpet cleaning or replacement, damage to walls, flooring, screens, and common area landscape.
- Pick up after your pet(s) and properly dispose of all waste. Kitty litter must be placed in a bag before placing it in the trash.
- Use a stain and odor-removing product with enzymes (such as Nature’s Miracle) as necessary, and maintain the residence in a sanitary, odor-free condition. You can determine where the product must be used by viewing the residence with a black light.
- If your pet is a cat, keep a scratching post.
- Pets must be licensed and vaccinated in accordance with local laws. You must provide proof if we request it.
- Comply with all local laws and regulations relating to pets.
- Take action to avoid pest infestations (fleas, etc.) in the residence and property.
- You must confine your pet if we or our related parties need access to the residence.
- Pets must remain inside the residence unless they are under the direct control of a responsible person at all times. Dogs must be on a leash when outside of the residence. You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us and the landlord’s related parties harmless from all loss, claim, damage, or liability relating to your pets.
- You represent to us that the pet is housebroken, has no vicious tendencies, and no history of threatening or causing harm to persons by biting, scratching, chewing, or otherwise.
- Pets are not allowed in pool areas, clubhouses, business offices, laundry rooms, business centers, or fitness centers. Pets may not be bathed or groomed in the laundry room sinks, pools, or pool area.