Renting Property

Questions to ask before you sign the tenancy agreement.

If you have found an property that fits your needs you should ask the landlord about important details regarding conditions of the agreement and building regulations. Remember, the agreement is for your protection too. Ensure that any verbal promises are also included in the agreement. Get it in writing.

• How long is the agreement? (Typically 12 months short term contract, although shorter periods including month to month are available.)
  
• Can I sublet the apartment if my circumstances change before the tenancy period is over?
  
• How much do you require for a deposit?
  
• Can I have roommates?
  
• Are any utilities included in the cost of rent?
  
• What about parking?
  
• Is there special building rules regarding quiet times, pets etc.?
  
• What is the procedure for obtaining repairs to the property?
• Is emergency maintenance available 24 hours a day?
  
• What maintenance (if any) am I responsible for?
  
• What changes can I make to the property (paint, wallpaper, carpeting, pictures or shelves that attach to the wall)?
  
• When is the property available?
  
• When can I move in?