Q: Is my landlord allowed to charged me an additional security deposit now that I have an emotional support animal?
They are saying it is an additional deposit not a pet deposit. That is not true, i wouldn't have to pay an additional deposit if I didn't have a cat. Isn't this against the fair housing act? I've been at the residence for 2+ years.
A: The amount of the deposit is agreed upon when you signed the rental agreement. The owner may require a deposit of up to 2 months' rent for an unfurnished property in addition to the first month's rent itself. You have not stated what kind of agreement you have. The landlord would be entitled to raise the deposit up to the maximum if he gives proper notice, since he is changing the terms of your agreement.
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