No Pet Policy

Depending upon the type of housing in which the tenant resides, their right to a reasonable accommodation falls into one or both of the following statutes:

The Fair Housing Act applies to all forms of housing, whether for sale or rent. The exception to this rule include (a) buildings with four or fewer units where the landlord lives in one of the units, and (b) private owners who do not own more than three single family houses, do not use real estate brokers or agents, and do not use discriminatory advertisements.

A tenant requesting an animal in a no pet property is required to provide to the landlord, manager or owner in writing a request for a reasonable accommodation. The request should state the tenant has a disability and explain how the requested accommodation will be helpful and necessary in order to use and enjoy the rental property. In addition, the tenant should include a note from his or her service provider, such as a doctor or therapist, verifying the need for the support animal.

If for any reason, a landlord or property manager believes additional information or verification needs to be obtained consulting an attorney is advisable.

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VACANCY RATE 2010

Southwestern Idaho NARPM (National Association of Residential Property Managers) conducted a survey to show vacancy rates among single family homes and Multi-family units (2-15) in Ada and Canyon County. The survey results show vacancy rates by type (Single family 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5+ bedroom; Multi Family studio, 1, 2, 3+ bedrooms.) The properties surveyed were occupied or vacant as of Sep 23rd, 2010. Of the surveyed property managers, 21 companies responded. This equated to 4154 units, of which 1895 are single family homes and 2259 are multi family, from 2-15 units.


AVERAGE RENTS are by type and size. Fluctuations in rent follow vacancy trends, typically lagging 6-9 months.  Rents steadily increased in 2007 with historic low vacancies and again in 2009 as owners were displaced from their own homes. More and more are looking to rent as they work to rebuild their credit. The rental market will continue to strengthen for years to come as more owners are displaced, true investors seize the opportunity to grow their long-term portfolio and people recognize Boise as a favored place to live.

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Cooler Weather

A concern for heating safety in a rental home is the use of the fireplace and the emission of carbon monoxide due to poor ventilation. Burning materials in a fireplace such as wood, charcoal, and kerosene emit an odorless but very poisonous gas called carbon monoxide. The effects of carbon monoxide exposure vary from feeling sick and with enough exposure can result in death.

For most homes, the fireplace is the most likely source to introduce carbon monoxide into the home. To ensure the fireplace is safe and properly ventilated have the fireplace cleaned and checked annually. All property managers. should have installed in each rental home a carbon monoxide detector. This is much like a smoke detector price and installation is also much the same.

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Does your tenant have a criminal background?

If you don’t know how or where to check these records you may not be getting accurate or complete information. It’s important to know for sure, as the property manager, landlord or owner could be held responsible for renting to someone with a criminal background.

If there are any criminal activities directly or indirectly affecting other tenants the owner or property manager can be, and has in previous legal battles, been held accountable for tenant actions. Doing complete and accurate research serves as your protection.

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Space Heater

Space Heater

Space heaters are popular and work well in heating a small area of your rental home or apartment. Space heaters are not meant to replace the heating system but to help with additional warming of a small area in the home. When using a space heater, very simple but extremely important rules, must be followed to ensure your safety.

Here are some rules:

1. Never leave the heater unattended.
2. Use a wall plug only. Never use an extension cord or worn outlet.
3. Turn the heater off while sleeping or otherwise unable to visually keep an eye on the heater and its functionality.

Remember space heaters are a leading cause of fire with 1 in 10 starting by improper use of a space heater.

Always use the heating system in the home or apartment as your main source of heat. If a problem occurs or questions arise about its safety contact your landlord or property manager, heating and cooling service company or the local fire department.

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