Richmond, CA · Contra Costa County
Landlord Attachment E: Increase in Security Deposit Due to Addition of Pets
Richmond landlords use this petition to request an increase in a security deposit when allowing pets that were prohibited or limited under the rental agreement.
What this form is
This petition lets a landlord request an increase in the security deposit to add a pet deposit when pets were prohibited or limited under the original Rental Housing Agreement. It asks for landlord and tenant information, supporting facts, and a checklist confirming eligibility. The form requests written tenant consent and copies of the rental agreement and other supporting documentation.
Who needs it
A Richmond landlord seeking a pet deposit increase for a non-service, assistance, or emotional support animal may file this petition.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the form requests the tenant’s written consent as an attachment but does not say that consent must be notarized.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Petition
Download the Pet Deposit Increase Petition PDF.
- 2
Complete The Petition
Fill in landlord and tenant information, complete the checklist, and explain the facts supporting the petition.
- 3
Gather Attachments
Attach the tenant’s written consent, the Rental Housing Agreement, and any relevant communications or other supporting documentation.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the petition to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Pet Deposit Increase Petition for?
- It lets a landlord petition for an increased security deposit to add a pet deposit when pets were prohibited or limited under the original Rental Housing Agreement.
- What attachments does the petition request?
- The form asks for written tenant consent, a copy of the Rental Housing Agreement, and any relevant communications or other supporting documentation.
- Do I need a notary for the Pet Deposit Increase Petition?
- No. This document is signed without a notary. It requests the tenant’s written consent as an attachment but does not say that consent must be notarized.
- How do I submit the Pet Deposit Increase Petition?
- The form does not specify a submission method. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
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