Most of the big apartment complexes in the Chicago area will now accept pets with an additional security deposit, and there are limits such as 40 pounds on a dog and two cats - or something like that. Some places have additional security deposit plus a non-refundable fee. I think many of these complexes realized that many, many people have pets that they aren't willing to part with.

I'm glad your husband changed his mind. Good luck on finding some responsible kitty owners.