The more rentals I complete in Princeton the more I hear this question:
What are my responsibilities as the tenant and what are the responsibilities of the landlord?
The reality is that most rights and responsibilities of both the landlord and the tenant are spelled out in a lease. If you want, you can have the lease reviewed by an attorney. I recommend a local, Princeton attorney so that you get someone with the most local knowledge. Until than, here is a workable list:
- Pay the rent on time. Must be paid by midnight on the ninth day after the day it is due, or the landlord may start legal proceedings to evict the tenant.
- Keep the apartment and the surrounding area clean and in good condition.
- Keep noise to a level that will not disturb your neighbors.
- Repair any damage occurring to the apartment through the fault of the tenant, family members or guests. Notify landlord at once of major damage.
- Give the landlord permission to enter the apartment at reasonable times and with advance notice to inspect it or to make any necessary repairs.
- Notify the landlord of any anticipated prolonged absence from the apartment so he or she can keep an eye on things.
- When moving out, give landlord proper advance notice. Be sure that the apartment is in the same condition as when the tenant moved in and return the key to the landlord promptly.
- Notify the landlord immediately if the apartment needs repair through no fault of the tenant.
If you have any questions or concerns feel free to call me. (c) 609-977-5343 – Julie
