Bill Aiming to Boost Pet-Friendly Housing in California Gains Traction

Finding pet-friendly housing in California can be challenging, and a proposed bill aims to change that. Assembly Bill 2216, introduced by California State Representative Mart Haney, seeks to address the issue by banning blanket ‘No Pet Policies’ and preventing landlords from asking about pets in rental applications.

Contrary to some headlines, the bill doesn’t force landlords to accept pets, but it aims to lift unreasonable blanket bans. Haney acknowledges concerns from property owners about potential damages caused by irresponsible pet owners.

The bill allows landlords to require liability insurance for tenants with larger pets, providing a compromise.

While renters like Kelly Campbell see this as a positive step, property owners like Denny Keeler express concerns about the challenges of making repairs.

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The bill is set to be heard in its first committee in the Assembly in March or April, where input from stakeholders, tenants, and landlords will be considered. If approved, it could be implemented in 2025.

This proposed legislation addresses the struggle many pet owners face in finding suitable housing and aims to strike a balance between tenant needs and landlord concerns.