Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California
renting with pets
When moving out of an apartment where pets were allowed. If not stated in the rental agreement can the landlord use my security deposit to clean the carpets after I move out?
Asked on 4/08/08, 12:54 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert L. Bennett
Law offices of Robert L. Bennett
Re: renting with pets
You must leave the apartment as clean as when you moved in.
If so, landlord cannot use the security deposit to clean. If not, LL can, but must submit invoices that you approve.
Answered on 4/09/08, 7:39 am