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Part of the reason the industry fell behind on the pet-friendliness meter is due to standardized policies, many of them antiquated and replete with many of the restrictions and concepts mentioned above. A perfect pet policy is one that covers the general bases above as well as the…
According to a recent survey by apartment operator Cortland, pet policies are the number one consideration for dog owners seeking an apartment. Pet policies, which include pet fees and restrictions related to weight and breeds, were cited by 86% of respondents.
The top storylines in multifamily this week are the nationwide changes to parking, effective pet policies, helping CRE portfolios thrive, resident retention, online reviews and marketing, holiday events and social media, veterans and CRE careers, building housing near transit revival and the changing weather.
The freedom to create your own policy enables operators to cater to the nuances of their properties and best reflect the tendencies of their residents. That said, there are several components that can help shape any modern-day policy while allowing the wiggle room to design it in a…
There's been a significant uptick in recent years of ESA accommodation requests. Verifying these requests can be a challenging and time-consuming process. As owners and operators consider ways to reduce ESA fraud, they should consider the impact that adjusting pet policies and fees could have.
In 2023, merely allowing pets at a rental community no longer qualifies as “pet friendly.” This has been a gradual trend, naturally, and not something that just sprouted up over the past few months. The response by apartment operators, however, has been mixed.
Apartment owners and operators are constantly devising ways to stand out in the market. An uptick in pet-friendliness and a rethink of pet amenities has the potential to attract a wider pool of residents and keep existing residents in their homes.
The top storylines in multifamily this week are starting a management company, pet inclusiveness, rethinking outdoor amenities, headwinds in multifamily investment, best-of-breed vs. bundled solutions and using sustainable materials for a more sustainable building.