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The Animal Addendum To Lease is essential for German rental properties where tenants wish to keep pets or where landlords need to establish clear guidelines for pet ownership. This document supplements the main lease agreement and is designed to comply with German rental law (particularly the BGB), animal welfare regulations, and local housing ordinances. It becomes necessary when either a new tenant with pets moves in or an existing tenant wishes to acquire pets. The addendum typically includes detailed provisions about permitted animals, additional financial obligations, maintenance responsibilities, and compliance requirements with local regulations. It serves to protect both landlord and tenant interests while ensuring proper pet management within the property. The document must be carefully drafted to ensure enforceability under German law while maintaining reasonable terms that don't unfairly restrict tenant rights.
