What's the best way to handle tenant requests for pet allowances in a new tenancy agreement, given the recent White Paper suggestions, and can I still charge a higher deposit or 'pet rent'?
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Landlords must carefully manage pet requests, as charges like 'pet rent' or higher deposits are generally prohibited. Emphasise clear, responsible pet clauses within the tenancy agreement.
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