Pet Policy

Atlanta Marietta Inc. / Atlanta Area Property Management is a pet-friendly property management company. However, each property owner determines whether pets are permitted in their home. Some owners do not allow pets, while others may limit the number, size, age, or type of pet accepted.

All pet approvals are subject to owner approval, insurance requirements, and our company policies. We reserve the right to modify these policies at any time without prior notice.

Pet Screening Requirements

All applicants with pets, service animals, or emotional support animals (ESAs) must complete Pet Screening before their rental application can be processed. Failure to complete the required screening will result in your application being declined.

Depending on the property, we use one of the following screening services:

• OurPetPolicy: https://scan.ourpetpolicy.com/lease-packet/7LD6BZ
• PetScreening: https://atlantaareaproperty.petscreening.com

During the screening process, you may be asked to provide:

• A current photo of your pet
• A copy of a current rabies vaccination record
• Documentation from a licensed healthcare professional for service or emotional support animals

If you need assistance with the screening process, please contact the customer support team for the screening company you are using.

Pet Eligibility

If pets are permitted at a property, the following general guidelines apply unless otherwise approved by the property owner:

• Maximum of one (1) pet (some owners may approve additional pets).
• Pet should generally weigh 30 pounds or less (larger pets require owner approval).
• Pet must be at least one year old.
• All pets require written approval before moving into the property or before bringing a new pet onto the premises.
• A signed Pet Agreement (or ESA Agreement, when applicable) is required.

Restricted Animals

For the safety of our residents and to comply with insurance requirements, we cannot approve:

• Dogs considered restricted by our insurance carrier, including but not limited to:
  • Pit Bulls
  • Rottweilers
  • Dobermans
  • Presa Canarios
  • Shar-Peis
  • Certain Terrier breeds
  • Wolf hybrids
• Any animal with a known history of biting or aggressive behavior
• Exotic, endangered, illegal, or inherently dangerous animals
• Ferrets
• Dangerous snakes

Reptiles, amphibians, rodents, and birds must remain properly caged at all times.

The property owner and Atlanta Area Property Management reserve the right to make the final determination regarding any animal’s breed, classification, temperament, or acceptability.

Pet Fees

Approved pets are subject to:

• A one-time, non-refundable pet fee due before move-in
• Monthly pet rent

Pet fees and monthly pet rent vary depending on the size and type of pet.

Tenants are also required to maintain pet liability insurance for each approved animal.

Tenant Responsibilities

Tenants with approved pets agree to:

• Keep pets under control at all times.
• Keep dogs on a leash whenever outside the home.
• Ensure pets wear identification tags when outdoors.
• Never allow pets to roam freely.
• Clean up pet waste immediately and properly dispose of it daily.
• Not leave pet food or water outdoors where it could attract pests or wildlife.
• Comply with all HOA rules, city ordinances, licensing requirements, and vaccination requirements.
• Prevent pets from creating excessive noise or disturbing neighbors.
• Immediately correct any nuisance behavior or complaints.

Additional Conditions

Approval is granted only for the specific pet listed in the Pet Agreement.

Tenants may not:

• Keep additional pets without prior written approval.
• Substitute one pet for another.
• Foster or pet-sit animals.
• Harbor unauthorized animals.

If a pet has offspring, all offspring must be permanently removed from the property within 60 days.

Any unauthorized animal found on the property may be required to be removed immediately at the tenant’s expense.

Damage and Liability

Tenants are fully responsible for any injury, damage, loss, or expense caused by their pet.

Any repair costs or damages caused by a pet are the tenant’s responsibility and may be treated as additional rent under the Lease Agreement if not promptly paid.

Atlanta Area Property Management and the property owner are not responsible for any injury or damage caused by a tenant’s pet.

Violation of Pet Policy

Failure to comply with this Pet Policy, the Lease Agreement, or the Pet Agreement may result in:

• Revocation of pet approval
• Removal of the pet from the property
• Lease violations
• Lease termination and/or eviction as permitted by the Lease Agreement and Georgia law

Additional terms and conditions may be contained in the Pet Agreement and will also apply.

Service Animals & Emotional Support Animals (ESAs)

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair housing laws regarding Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals (ESAs).

Applicants requesting a reasonable accommodation for a Service Animal or Emotional Support Animal must complete the required screening through our designated Pet Screening provider. There is no charge to submit documentation for a Service Animal or ESA.

You may be asked to provide:

• Documentation from a licensed healthcare professional when permitted by law for an Emotional Support Animal.
• Information necessary to verify the need for the requested accommodation, if applicable.
• Current vaccination records if required by state or local law.

Please note:

• Service Animals and approved Emotional Support Animals are not considered pets.
• Approved Service Animals and ESAs are currently not subject to pet rent, pet fees, pet deposits, breed restrictions, weight limits, age requirements, or pet insurance requirements, unless otherwise permitted by applicable law.
• Owners and tenants are still responsible for ensuring that the animal does not pose a direct threat to others or cause substantial property damage.
• Tenants remain financially responsible for any damage caused by the animal beyond normal wear and tear.
• Fraudulent or falsified documentation submitted in support of a Service Animal or ESA request may result in denial of the accommodation request and may constitute a violation of applicable law.

Requests for reasonable accommodations are evaluated individually in accordance with Fair Housing laws.