Your responsibilities as a tenant

As a private tenant, you have certain responsibilities connected with your occupation of the property, such as:

• To occupy the property as your principal home
• To pay your rent in full and on time
• Not to cause damage to the property, fixtures, fittings or furniture belonging to the landlord
• Consult your landlord before making any alterations to the property. (Written permission should be given)
• To report the need for any repairs to the landlord
• Not to cause disturbance, nuisance or annoyance to neighbours
• To allow the landlord access to the property to carry out inspections or repairs, if enough notice has been given
• To get written permission from your landlord if you intend to sub-let or take in a lodger
• To give proper notice to your landlord when you wish to leave the property