For states that have limits on the maximum security deposit charged (see previous section), the pet deposit is included in that maximum limit. Therefore, the pet deposit in addition to the security deposit (added in the previous section) cannot exceed the state's security deposit limit.
The following states allow extra charges for pet deposits:.
Alaska, Delaware, Hawaii, North Dakota:
Additional 1 month’s rent as pet deposit
Alabama, North Carolina:“Reasonable” amount for additional pet deposit
Nebraska:
Additional ¼ month rent as pet deposit
Kansas:
Additional ½ month rent as pet deposit
New Jersey:
Can charge 10% current security deposit for additional security (including pet) deposits