General Information
Further information to assist you throughout your tenancy .
Routine property inspections
Routine property inspections generally occur every three months or not less than four times per year . These can come round quickly , and for tenants , it may often feel like the last one has only just occurred , however , they are a requirement of our role .
Routine property inspections are needed to gain regular oversight of the condition of the property and are not intended to be a disturbance to the tenant . While we recommend all tenants keep their property reasonably clean and tidy , we do not expect special cleaning for inspections . They are simply to help ensure the property we provide remains at the required standard for our tenants .
Not only are inspections an opportunity to provide your property manager with feedback , but they are also a requirement under most landlord insurance policies .
Your property manager is required to provide a minimum of 48 hours ' notice , in writing , prior to any inspection . Due to time constraints , it is not always possible to alter an inspection time , and your property manager is not obligated to do so . Tenants are not required to be present for any inspection , however , they are welcome to attend if they wish to discuss any specific issues relating to the tenancy .
Occupancy
Only the people listed on the tenancy agreement are permitted to reside at the property on a permanent basis . If a tenant on the agreement wishes to move out you must notify the property manager straight away .
Utilities
It is the tenant ’ s responsibility to ensure they have set up their utilities accounts ( such as gas , phone , power , and internet ). These must be under the tenant ' s own name . Remember to close these accounts when vacating .
Smoke Alarms
Working smoke alarms or detectors are compulsory in all rental homes and both the property manager and tenant have their own responsibilities in regards to these .
Property managers must ensure smoke alarms :
• Are in working order
• Are the right variety and compliant with Residential Tenancies Act 1986 requirements
• Are working at the start of each new tenancy responsibilities in regards to these .
Tenants must :
• Not damage , remove , or disconnect a smoke alarm
• Replace dead batteries during the tenancy if there are older-style smoke alarms with replaceable batteries
• Let your property manager / landlord know if there are any problems with a smoke alarm as soon as possible
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