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According to a recent study by apartment operator Cortland, 82% of Gen Z apartment renters say having a dog influences the decisions they make related to housing. Many operators have responded by modifying their policies to become exceedingly pet-friendly, including easing restrictions.
The top storylines in multifamily this week are parking management, recession proofing, the difference between service and support animals, marketing and the C-suite, AI and due diligence, ev charging rules, owner expenses for every dollar, SCOTUS denies rent contol case, and development delays.
The terms service animals and support animals are used interchangeably. The distinctions between them, however, are very important. While it’s forgivable for those with a cursory understanding to initially believe they are one and the same, property teams would be well advised to know the nuances.
The top storylines in multifamily this week are promoting responsible pet ownership, amenity versatility, brand messaging, tomorrow's renters, data visualization, EVs and natural disasters, future rent growth, where the jobs are going and rising multifamily insurance.
The top storylines in multifamily this week are renters driving innovation, co-living and the affect on housing, tips for hiring the right people, pet technology, package management, bicycle amenities, the multifamily construction pipeline, distress in the CRE market and the revival of small multifamily homes.
The top storylines in multifamily this week are pet inclusiveness, optimizing your waste programs, location and apartment branding, AI and property management, urban tech, parking problems, the current state of CRE, fall maintenance checklist and slowing rent growth.
Creating a pet-friendly community isn’t as easy as simply reducing restrictions and allowing a free-for-all atmosphere. A measured approach is required, and the suggestions above will help ensure that properties are not only pet-friendly, but pet-responsible, as well.
There are multiple facets to pet-inclusivity, beginning with pet-friendly policies and regulations. By establishing clear and concise pet policies, operators set the foundation for a harmonious coexistence between associates, pet owners and non-pet owners.