non-refundable pet fees

[Gerry1234]

In Florida, are non-refundable pet fees reasonable expected to cover pet damage? I paid a high ($400) pet fee upon move in, and now the apartment complex is trying to get me to pay damages in excess of $500 from "pet damages" to replace a carpet and pad. I am disputing this claim because there was no pet damage, only reasonable wear and tear from a years occupancy. Please advise...

 

[Tracey]

What does the pet agreement say? Is the fee to cover increased wear & tear from the pet? $400 seems high to me - I would assume it covers standard pet wear & tear, with the damage deposit covering specific damage.

I gave you the relevant laws in your other post. Give landlord proper notice of your challenge to his withholding the deposit & asking for more money. Demand that landlord do a walkthrough with you and show you the alleged damages. Take lots of notes and pictures. Document each claimed problem, so landlord doesn't try to sneak any extras in on you. Then get ready for court.

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This is not legal advice and you are not my client. Double check everything with your own attorney and your state's laws.