# NSW pet-consent request email template

**Preparation template only—not legal advice.** Attach the current NSW standard pet application form. Do not use this email as a substitute for the form. Verify current rules and your individual circumstances with NSW Fair Trading, a tenant advice service or a qualified legal professional.

**Subject:** Pet application for [property address] — [pet’s name]

Dear [landlord or property manager’s name],

I/We am/are writing to request consent to keep [pet’s name], my/our [species and breed], at [property address].

Please find attached:

- the completed and signed NSW standard pet application form;
- a photograph and brief details of [pet’s name]; and
- [relevant records, reference or management plan].

[Pet’s name] is [age and size]. To care for the animal and property, I/we will [briefly explain toileting, waste, exercise, noise, scratching and outdoor-access arrangements]. [Add one concise sentence about relevant training, references or records.]

The tenancy agreement was entered into on [date, if relevant]. Please confirm receipt of this application and let me/us know if any further information is required.

I/We understand that consent is required except where the current rules provide otherwise. Please return the completed response using the standard form, including any reasons or conditions.

Kind regards,

[Full name of each applicant]
[Telephone]
[Email]
[Property address]
[Date sent]

## Private delivery record — do not send this section

| Item | Record |
|---|---|
| Application delivered to | |
| Delivery date and time | |
| Delivery method | |
| Proof retained | |
| Tenancy agreement entered into | |
| New-tenancy application received within seven days? | |
| 21-day response due | |
| Response received | |
| Reasons or conditions received | |
| General 28-day dispute deadline checked, if needed | |
| Separate strata approval required? | |

Official starting point: https://www.nsw.gov.au/housing-and-construction/rules/pets-rentals