Query re contract clause

[bobzac]

I picked up my new tennancy agreement so I could read through it before I collect the keys to my new pad next week and have a query regarding one of the clauses.

Im fairly sure of the answer, would just like a second opinion.

5.4.2 - No animals, birds, reptiles that may harm the Property or be a nusiance to other neighbours or residents to be kept at the property, except by agreement between the landlord and tennant

Now then, I have 2 female rats, who live in a cage, mind their own business and as you can imagine, are incapable of making much noise. Im fairly sure I mentioned them when I was asking about available premises otherwise I wouldn't have even viewed this one.

As I read it, they don't fit into any of the reasons why they shouldn't be allowed to stay...

[Aequitas]

For the purpose of this clause "animals, birds and reptiles" are divided into two categories:

1. Those that mayharm the Property or be a nuisance to other neighbours or residents

2. All others

If your rats come into category 2 you may keep them without referring to the landlord.

[bobzac]

That sounds perfect - thanks