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YOU AND YOUR LANDLORD’S RESPONSIBILITIES/ RIGHTS LANDLORD RESPONSIBILITIES: •

Give 24 hours notice if they want to visit the property.

Carry out repairs in a reasonable time once notified.

Take responsibility of general maintenance.

Meet required safety standards e.g. providing smoke alarms/ gas safety certificates.

Protect your deposit with a government approved scheme.

Not allowed to end your tenancy without following correct procedures.

Cannot change the terms of your agreement without all parties agreeing.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Paying rent/ bills on time (otherwise you could be charged extra).

Taking care of the property e.g. prevent damages, mould accumulating.

Sticking to tenancy terms.

Giving landlord access to property so long as 24 hours notice has been given.

Take the reasonable steps to remove mould.


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