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Mia Edgar
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  • San Diego, CA
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Possum Tenant Issues

Mia Edgar
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  • Investor
  • San Diego, CA
Posted Jul 23 2017, 12:49

I have a tenant that is complaining about a possum family underneath the deck.  Their dog has caught one and they got rid of it.  They have been requesting me to get an exterminator to set traps. The possums have not been inside the building, they have left droppings on the deck and they like to hang out in the fig tree in the front yard.

My lease clearly says after 30 days the tenant is responsible for pest control. They've lived there for 6 months now.  However, after doing some research, I think there would need to be a wildlife specialist who would need to trap them.  Also, the CA law states the landlord has to provide a 'habitable' building which I believe I am providing. Obviously, I'm concerned if someone gets bit.  The dog should have their rabies vaccinations complete.

Any input would be great! Thanks

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