Be A Good Tenant

Terminations and Evictions

Written by AACSC | 30 November 2010

However, the landlord can terminate the tenancy by giving the tenant only three days’ advance written notice if the tenant has done any of the following:

Failed to pay the rent.
Violated any provision of the lease or rental agreement.
Materially damaged the rental property (“committed waste”).
Substantially interfered with other tenants (“committed a nuisance”).
Used the rental property for an unlawful purpose.

Resolving Problems-Talk With Your Landlord

Written by AACSC | 30 November 2010

Communication is the key to avoiding and resolving problems. If you have a problem with your rental unit, it’s usually best to talk with your landlord before taking other action. Your landlord may be willing to correct the problem or to work out a solution. By the same token, the landlord (or the landlord’s agent or manager) should discuss problems with the tenant before taking formal action. The tenant may be willing to correct the problem once he or she understands the landlord’s concerns. Both parties should bear in mind that each has the duty to deal with the other fairly and in good faith.

Dealing With Problems

Written by AACSC | 30 November 2010

Most landlord-tenant relationships go smoothly. However, problems sometimes do arise. For example, what if the rental unit’s furnace goes out in the middle of the winter? What happens if the landlord sells the building or decides to convert it into condominiums? This section discusses these and other possible issues and problems in the landlord-tenant relationship.

Moving Out

Written by AACSC | 30 November 2010

You must give the landlord the same amount of notice as there are days between rent payments. This means that if you pay rent monthly, you must give the landlord written notice at least 30 days before you move. If you pay rent every week, you must give the landlord written notice at least seven days before you move. If your rental agreement specifies a different amount of notice (for example, 10 days), then you must give the landlord written notice as required by the agreement.

Living in the Rental Unit

Written by AACSC | 30 November 2010

As a tenant, you must take reasonable care of your rental unit and any common areas that you use. You must also repair all damage that you cause, or that is caused by anyone for whom you are responsible, such as your family, guests, or pets.

This section discusses other issues that can come up while you’re living in the rental unit. For example, can the landlord enter the rental unit without notifying you? Can the landlord raise the rent even if you have a lease? What can you do if you have to move before the end of the lease?

Be A Good Tenant

Terminations and Evictions

Resolving Problems-Talk With Your Landlord

Dealing With Problems

Moving Out

Living in the Rental Unit

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