u/curiocannacat

Hi all,

I was under the impression that landlords and agents couldn't charge extra fees for pets.

I emailed the agency requesting 2 cats, explained they would be neutered or spayed and adult, not kittens.

The agent is saying that if my request is approved, I will have to pay a £50 charge to add the pet to the tenancy. Unsure if she meant per pet or all together.

The contract doesn't mention fees either:

'10.1. Not to keep any animals or birds or reptiles (whether domestic or otherwise) in or on the Property without the prior written consent of the Landlord or the Agent which will not be unreasonably withheld but may be withdrawn upon giving reasonable notice. '

Am I correct in thinking this fee is unjustified? How would you approach this?