Landlord's Duty to Disclose Condition
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What must be included in the written statement of the present condition of the premises?

  • A visual inspection report
  • A clear and concise statement of the premises condition (correct)
  • A detailed history of past tenants
  • A list of all included amenities

Who is responsible for providing the written statement of condition at the beginning of a lease?

  • The tenant
  • Local housing authority
  • The landlord or the landlord's agent (correct)
  • A property management company

What is required from the landlord if the premises have never been previously rented?

  • To provide a reference from a previous landlord
  • An additional security deposit
  • A background check on the tenants
  • A statement indicating that the premises have never been let (correct)

What happens if the landlord fails to provide the required written statement of condition?

<p>The landlord is barred from recovering damages unless proven otherwise (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition must the landlord provide a list of damage and cleaning charges from a previous leasehold agreement?

<p>If requested in writing by the tenant (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential signature required on the written statement of condition?

<p>Landlord's or agent's signature (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can the landlord demonstrate to recover damages if they failed to provide the condition statement?

<p>Clear and convincing evidence of damage during the tenancy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of rental property is the requirement for the written statement applicable to?

<p>Residential properties (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information must the landlord provide if there are any cleaning charges?

<p>A written list of cleaning charges from the previous lease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the written statement of condition?

<p>To document the condition of the premises before the lease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must a landlord provide to a tenant when a security deposit is required?

<p>A written statement of the premises' present condition (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the written statement of condition include if the premises have never been rented before?

<p>A statement indicating the fact they have never been rented (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a landlord fails to provide a written statement of condition?

<p>They are barred from recovering damages unless they can prove tenant fault (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required from the landlord regarding the signature on the written statement?

<p>It must be signed by the landlord or the landlord's agent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must landlords provide upon written request from a tenant?

<p>A copy of the written list of damage and cleaning charges from the previous lease (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can tenants request when entering a new lease regarding the premises?

<p>A written statement of the current condition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does a reasonable inspection play in the written statement process?

<p>It is the basis for knowing premises condition by landlord (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action might a landlord take if they cannot prove damage occurred during a tenancy?

<p>Be barred from recovering any damage cost (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How must the written statement of the condition be presented to the tenant?

<p>In conjunction with the lease execution (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When must a landlord provide the list of damage and cleaning charges if requested?

<p>Upon written request at lease signing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Statement of Condition

A written statement outlining the condition of a rental property at the start of a lease.

Security Deposit

A sum of money paid by a tenant to a landlord to ensure payment of rent or cover potential damages.

Lease

The legal document outlining the terms of a rental agreement.

Damage and Cleaning Charges List

A written list detailing any damages or necessary cleaning tasks required before a new tenant moves in.

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Landlord's Duty to Furnish Statement

A landlord's obligation to provide tenants with a written statement outlining the condition of the rental property.

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Clear and Concise Statement of Condition

A concise and clear summary of the current condition of the rental property.

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Statement of Prior Renting

A specific statement indicating whether the rental property has been occupied previously.

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Landlord's Signature Requirement

The requirement for the landlord or their agent to sign the statement of condition.

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Tenant's Right to Request Previous Charges

A tenant's right to request the previous damage and cleaning charges list for a property.

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Landlord's Liability for Failing to Furnish Statement

A landlord's inability to claim reimbursement for damages or cleaning costs unless they provide a statement of condition and can prove the tenant's responsibility.

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Landlord's Duty to Furnish Statement of Condition

A landlord must provide a tenant with a written statement outlining the condition of the rental property at the start of a lease. This statement must include details about the current condition of the premises, whether it was previously rented, and the landlord's signature.

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Statement Indicating Prior Renting

A landlord must state whether the rental property has ever been rented before.

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Study Notes

Landlord's Duty to Disclose Premise Condition

  • Landlords renting residential property must provide a written statement detailing the property's condition before a lease begins. This statement must be separate from the lease agreement.
  • The statement must include a detailed description of the property's condition known by the landlord or that should have been known upon reasonable inspection.
  • If the premises have never been rented before, the statement must explicitly state this fact. The statement must also include the signature of the landlord or their agent, and the statement should be provided in conjunction with the lease execution.
  • Upon a tenant's written request, the landlord must also provide a copy of the damage and cleaning charges list from the previous lease.

Required Information in the Statement

  • The statement must detail the present condition of the property.
  • If there's a history of prior tenants, the landlord must provide a copy of the damage and cleaning charges list from the previous lease, if requested by the tenant in writing.

Consequences of Failure to Comply

  • Failure to provide the required statement limits the landlord's ability to claim for damage or cleaning costs.
  • A landlord can only recover costs if they can prove the damage happened during the current tenancy and was caused by the tenant, their family, licensees, or invitees. This must be proven by "clear and convincing evidence."

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This quiz covers the landlord's obligation to provide a written statement about the condition of a rental property before leasing begins. Learn about the required information in the statement and the consequences of non-compliance. Test your knowledge on the legal responsibilities of landlords.

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