House Rules

GENERAL

  • New policies and rules or amendments to this document may be adopted by Owner/Agent upon giving 30 days’ notice in writing to Resident.
  • Guests who stay more than 5 days in a month constitutes a breach of the Rental/Lease Agreement. At the discretion of the Owner/Agent, guest may be required to go through the application process and, if approved, must sign a Rental/Lease Agreement.
  • Resident may be assessed a charge for the actual costs, including out of pocket expenses, incurred by the Owner/Agent for any lock-out.
  • Resident is responsible for any violation of these rules by Resident’s guest(s).

NOISE AND CONDUCT

  • Resident shall not make or allow any excessive noise in the unit nor permit any actions which will interfere with the rights, comforts or conveniences of other persons.
  • Resident shall refrain from playing musical instruments, television sets, stereos, radios, and other devices at a volume which will disturb other persons.
  • Resident shall refrain from activities and conduct outside of the unit (in common areas, parking areas, or recreational facilities) which are likely to annoy or disturb other persons.
  • Resident shall refrain from creating, or allowing to be created, any noise that is disturbing to other residents between the hours of 9 p.m. and 9 a.m.

CLEANLINESS AND TRASH

  • Resident shall keep the unit clean, sanitary and free from objectionable odors at all times.
  • Resident shall ensure that papers, cigarette butts and trash are placed in appropriate receptacles so that litter is not created in or about Resident’s unit.
  • Resident shall ensure that trash and other materials are not permitted to accumulate so as to cause a hazard or be in violation of any health, fire or safety ordinance or regulation.
  • Resident shall ensure that garbage is not permitted to accumulate and that it is placed on a daily basis in the trash containers provided for that purpose. Resident shall ensure that large boxes are broken apart before being placed in the trash containers. Resident shall be responsible, at Resident’s expense, for hauling to the dump those items too large to fit in the trash containers. You may also schedule one free bulky pickup a year through Waste Management by contacting laurashy.myerhoff@gmail.com.
  • Resident shall ensure that furniture is kept inside the unit and that unsightly items are kept out of view.
  • Resident shall refrain from leaving articles in the hallways or other common areas.
  • Resident shall refrain from shaking or hanging clothing, curtains, rugs, and other coverings and cloths outside of any window, ledge, or balcony.
  • Resident shall refrain from disposing of any combustible or hazardous material in trash containers or bins.

SAFETY/SECURITY

  • Security is the responsibility of each Resident and each guest. Owner/Agent assumes no responsibility or liability, unless otherwise provided by law, for Residents’ and guests’ safety and security, or for injury or damage caused by the criminal acts of other persons.
  • Resident should ensure that all doors are locked during Resident’s absence. Resident must notify Owner/Agent if locks become inoperable.
  • Resident should ensure that all appliances are turned off before departing from the premises.
  • When leaving for an extended period, Resident should notify Owner/Agent how long Resident will be away.
  • Prior to any planned absence from the unit, Resident shall give Owner/Agent authority to allow entry to the unit to any person or provide Owner/Agent with the name of any person or entity permitted by Resident to enter the unit.
  • Resident shall refrain from smoking in bed.
  • Resident shall refrain from using or storing gasoline, cleaning solvent or other combustibles in the unit.
  • Resident shall ensure that no personal belongings, including bicycles, play equipment or other items shall be left unattended in the halls, stairways or about the building.

MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS AND ALTERATIONS

  • Resident shall advise Owner/Agent of any items requiring repair, such as light switches or dripping faucets. Resident shall make repair requests as soon after the defect is noted as is practical.
  • Resident shall refrain from making service requests directly to maintenance personnel unless Resident is directed to do so by Owner/Agent.
  • Resident shall refrain from making any alterations or improvements to the unit without the consent of Owner/Agent. Resident shall refrain from using aluminum foil as a window covering and shall obtain the approval of Owner/Agent before using any window covering visible from the exterior of the building.
  • Costs of repair or clearance of stoppages in waste pipes or drains, water pipes or plumbing fixtures caused by Resident’s negligence or improper usage are the responsibility of the Resident. Payment for corrective action must be paid by Resident on demand.

PARKING

  • Only one vehicle may be parked in each space unless otherwise outlined in lease
  • Resident shall only use assigned parking spaces and shall ensure that guests park only in unassigned areas or designated guests parking areas. Resident shall ensure that posted and designated fire zones or “No Parking” areas remain clear of vehicles at all times. Resident shall refrain from parking in unauthorized areas or in another resident’s designated parking space. (Vehicles parked in unauthorized areas or in another Resident’s space may be towed away at the vehicle owner’s expense.)
  • Only currently registered vehicles may be parked on the property. A vehicle that lacks an engine, transmission, wheels, tires, doors, windshield, or any other major part or equipment necessary to operate safely on the highways, is subject to tow under California Vehicle Code 22658. Vehicles parked in violation of local laws/ordinance are subject to tow.

    Form provided by the East Bay Rental Housing Association® http://www.ebrha.com

    Form Resident Policies and “House Rules” Addendum© (11/11)

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