Keeping a pet
You need to seek permission to keep most types of pets, including cats, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, insects and aquariums. You do not need permission for assistance dogs such as guidance and hearing dogs.
When you apply to keep a pet you will have to complete a pet agreement form. In this form you will provide details of the pet and agree:
- to be responsible for the pet
- to ensure it does not cause a nuisance to neighbours.
You do not have to apply for permission to keep certain pets such as small birds, caged animals such as hamsters, mice or gerbils or a goldfish. However, if you intend to keep, for example, a large aquarium in the property, you should contact our Central Repairs Team for permission.
If you are unsure whether you need permission to keep your pet, please contact one of our customer service advisors.
If you are given permission to have a pet, you must make sure that it is kept under control and does not annoy neighbours. This is a condition of your lease. If your pet does cause a nuisance, we will ask you to control its behaviour; or, if this does not solve the problem, to find a new home for your pet. If you are thinking of getting a pet, you should think carefully about whether it is suitable for living in a flat.
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