New Zealand plans to update Residential Tenancies Act to allow tenants to own pets with a pet bond and landlord consent.
New Zealand's government plans to update the Residential Tenancies Act to facilitate pet ownership in rental properties. Changes include introducing a pet bond, capped at two weeks' rent, that tenants can be charged in addition to the existing bond, making tenants liable for pet damage beyond fair wear and tear, and requiring landlords' consent for tenants to have pets. The amendment bill is set to be introduced in May.
April 15, 2024
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