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Real property: rentals: pet policy.

February 20, 2026

Summary

If enacted, this bill would add Section 1942.7.5 to the California Civil Code, imposing new requirements on landlords regarding pet policies in residential rental properties, including limitations on pet deposits and fees. It would affect landlords, tenants, and property managers by standardizing pet-related terms in lease agreements.

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Source: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB1296

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It was published on February 20, 2026.

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