Infosheets : Chapter 3

Chapter 3 - During The Tenancy

3.01 Rent Receipts, Increases & Reductions
Rules about rent receipts, rent increases and rent reductions.

3.02 Rent Arrears
Your rights and responsibilities if you fall behind in rent.

3.03 Privacy & Quiet Enjoyment
An owner's right of entry, reasonable notice, inspections, what to expect if your property is put on the market, changing locks & noisy neighbours

3.04 Locks & Security
Security of your premises and loss/compensation due to security issues.

3.05 Maintenance & Repairs
Owner and tenant responsibilities, and actions that can be taken if the owner fails to maintain the premises.

3.06 Altering or Adding to the Premises
Limitations on alterations or renovations, owner's consent and issues that arise on vacating the premises.

3.07 Vermin & Pest Control
Responsibilities for pest control before and after moving in and how to take further action if required.

3.08 When the Tenant is in Breach of the Agreement
Breach notices: what they are and how to deal with them.

3.09 When the Owner is in Breach of the Agreement
What to do if the owner breaches the tenancy agreement.

3.10 Requesting the Owner Remedy a Breach of Agreement
Writing a letter, sending a breach notice, getting a performance order and/or work order.

3.11 The Duty to Mitigate Loss
The responsibility of both tenant and owner to keep costs to a minimum.

3.12 Compensation for Loss
Steps to take for receiving compensation for loss and example cases .

3.13 Writing a Letter to the Owner / Agent
Tips about what to write and sample letters.

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