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Landlord Faces Pet Request in No-Pets Apartment Block
A landlord has received a request from a tenant to keep a dog in an apartment block where the tenancy agreement explicitly states 'No Pets'. The tenant has been in the property for less than a year.
The apartment block consists of 14 flats. The communal areas, including the hallways, are carpeted, and there is no amenity space available within the building. The closest green space is not specified in the report.
This situation highlights a common issue for UK letting agents and inventory clerks, particularly in blocks with shared facilities and limited outdoor areas. The original tenancy agreement in this case included a clear 'No Pets' clause.
Letting agents and inventory clerks may encounter similar requests and should refer to the specific terms of the tenancy agreement and consider the building's facilities when responding.
Source: Property118