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The Furry Friends Bill
New Hampshire bill limits pet fees, helps renters with furry friends
Relative to pet-related fees and rent in residential tenancies.
Good for everyday people ·
This bill would stop landlords from charging too much for pets, making it easier for people with animals to find and keep homes.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
This bill was a win for people who rent with pets, aiming to make housing more affordable and fair. It would have stopped landlords from charging big, non-refundable fees and capped monthly pet rent. While landlords say these fees help cover potential damage, many tenants feel they are too high and make it hard to find a home. However, the bill has already been voted down by a committee and that vote was accepted by the House. This means it is unlikely to become law this session, but the idea could come back in the future.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- This bill would limit how much extra rent landlords can charge for pets to one percent of the monthly rent.
- It would stop landlords from asking for non-refundable pet fees.
- Landlords could still make tenants pay for actual damage caused by a pet.
- These rules would not apply to service animals or support animals.
- Tenants could go to court if landlords break these rules and get their money back, plus court costs.
- A committee voted against this bill, and the House agreed with that vote, which means the bill is likely stopped for now.
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