Keeping Pets and Families Together:
Increasing Pet Equity In Housing
In 2024, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors adopted Keeping Pets and Families Together: Increasing Pet Equity in Housing, a motion directing County departments to evaluate how to expand pet-inclusive rent-stabilized housing in unincorporated Los Angeles County. The motion called for a focused review of barriers affecting renters with pets, including pet rent, pet deposits, and weight limits.
This directive produced a comprehensive feasibility study outlining practical policy options to increase pet-friendly housing, reduce shelter surrenders tied to housing insecurity, and support families who depend on their pets for stability and companionship.
The feasibility study is now available. Read it here.
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