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It is recommended that the Tenant obtain renters insurance to cover damage or loss of personal property resulting from fire, vandalism, water leaks, theft or any other reason.

Landlord is to receive only one check each month to cover the full rent of the house. To ensure proper payment of rent, please place payment in an envelope, addressed properly. Write your house number or address for which payment is being made. Do not write the words "rent money" on the envelope. Under no circumstances should you put cash in the envelope. (Note that rent checks should be made out to Richard Hunt, and mailed or dropped off to 45 Coral Way, Rochester, NY 14618.)

Subleasing is permitted only with prior written approval from the landlord, and provided an Sublease application is submitted. Each Tenant wishing to sublease should complete the form. There is a $40 processing fee per sublease. The Sublease form can be found on the Rental Forms page.

Our policy is to give each exiting group of Tenants an opportunity to clean the house, and then after our inspection, follow up with professional cleaners as needed. When you are moving in, and you have had a chance to inspect the house, if you are unhappy in any way with the cleanliness of the house, please contact RMHHouses and we will take care of any cleaning issues the first week you are in the house. You will be expected to leave the house in clean condition upon your moving out.

Please be aware that in general old houses may have some problems because everything does not work like new such as windows and doors for example. During heavy rains, the basement may have some minor pooling of water on the floor. Minor problems such as these will not necessarily be fixed unless they pose a health hazard or other limitation to the Tenant. However, RMHHouses is always open to discussing such repair matters and deciding what can be done.

Tenant shall reimburse RMHHouses upon demand for the cost of any repairs to the premises damaged by Tenant or Tenant's guests through misuse or neglect.

Do not put wood or cardboard boxes directly on basement floor. Floor may get wet during heavy rains and items will get moldy. Do not allow excessive mold to grow on any basement items. Also do not put anything within 10 feet of the furnace and hot water tank. Keep this area clear for maintenance and fire safety.

In general, immediately notify RMHHouses of any defects or dangerous conditions of which Tenant becomes aware both inside and outside the house. Failure to notify RMHHouses of damage may result in Tenant responsibility for such damage and any related charges. If you believe vandalism has occurred, Tenant must file a written police report within 24 hours.

For the health, safety, and welfare of Tenants and property, RMHHouses will conduct house inspections, which will occur at approximately three-month intervals. Tenants should have house picked up and organized so that RMHHouses may inspect all rooms and spaces of house.

Tenant shall keep the premises clean, sanitary and in good condition and, upon termination of the tenancy, return the premises to RMHHouses in a condition identical to that which existed when Tenant took occupancy, except for ordinary wear and tear. Tenants shall guarantee that the house be regularly cleaned and in good condition. RMHHouses reserves the right to hire professional cleaners and be reimbursed by tenants if it is determined that tenants are not sufficiently cleaning house. RMHHouses considers a lack of regular cleaning to be damage.

By December 1st you are required to give notice to RMHHouses of whether or not you would like to renew your lease. If you are not renewing your lease for another year, please be prepared for house showings and know that RMHHouses will require access to house (all rooms) for prospective incoming tenants.

Tenant is responsible for keeping water off the bathroom floor, especially at the edge of the shower curtain. Please keep a towel on floor as needed to always keep floor dry in this area.

Tenant is responsible for preventing/removing mold and mildew growth in bathrooms regardless of whether an exhaust fan exists in the room. All surfaces in bathroom, especially walls and ceiling, must be periodically sprayed and or wiped down with sponge or mop with an appropriate cleaner. A 50/50 mixture of bleach and water works very well.

Clean out dryer lint filter after every use. Do not overfill washer or dryer; fill at half capacity and do smaller loads. Do not use machines for large items such as bedspreads and comforters – take to commercial laundromat. Tenant shall provide their own garbage can for the laundry area (lint, empty containers, etc.).

The basement laundry tub is intended for water only. Do not use tub for hobbies or projects involving harmful liquids such as paint. Paint will clog drains quickly. At least once a week remove accumulated laundry lint from the catch at mouth of drain at bottom of tub.

All furniture legs should have smooth or padded surface which will not scratch floors – place protective pads, carpet, etc. under the legs of all furniture. Use small area rugs to protect floors in heavy traffic areas, and especially at entry doors. Also, please keep water off hardwood floors. Hardwood floors (and bay window seats) may buckle up if water is left on the wood.

Many of our houses have original/antique wooden doors that need special care. Do not install mirrors or hooks in doors. Do not hang wet towels on doors – moisture will loosen/dissolve the original door finish.

Ideally you will bring area rugs to place under all furniture. If you do not, furniture can slide up against walls and cause damage over time. Sliding can be stopped by placing short pieces of wood behind the back legs on the floor. We also recommend putting pads on metal bed frames that may rub against wall.

Tenant will not make ANY repairs or alterations to house (NO painting). Do not install clothes hooks or shelves.

Do not re-key or install any locks. Do not put locks on individual bedroom doors.

Hanging artwork, pictures, etc., is only permitted on pre-installed picture rails provided by RMHHouses. Each room has several wood picture rails (flat wood strips about 5 feet off the floor). Small wire brads 1” or shorter, thumbtacks or 3M removable adhesive may be applied to picture rail surface only. Double-sided tape, duct tape, and other forms of tape are prohibited. However, you may use blue or green painters’ tape, which is designed for easy removal.

Do not leave upholstered furniture (couches, etc.) on your porch. Please use outdoor deck/patio furniture.

Tenant is expected to periodically pick up, keep clean and free of debris (e.g., paper, cigarette butts, bottle caps) in the area between front porch and the street.

Do not park cars, moving truck, etc., on lawn for any reason, at any time.

Only flush toilet paper down toilet. Do not flush any feminine products down the toilet as this often results in clogged drains! If you notice tub is draining very slowly or not at all, contact RMHHouses as soon as possible for hair removal from drain. Tenant will not be charged for this service.

Most plugged toilet drains can easily be unclogged with a plunger. Please keep a plunger handy and be prepared to use it.

Do not block electric baseboard heaters (attic level) with furniture and beds. Keep furniture, curtains, etc., 12” or more away from baseboard heaters. There are NO operable fireplaces in any of our houses. Do not remove or unplug smoke detectors or carbon monoxide detectors in house. Contact RMHHouses if you believe these devices are not operating correctly.

Most rooms are furnished with curtain rods, and many windows are furnished with miniblinds. Tenant may install their own curtains utilizing the existing rods. Do not install new hanging rods or hardware.

Do not attempt to add insulation to windows. Plastic “shrink wrap” film on windows for insulation purposes is strictly prohibited. This insulation product causes damage to windows. Double-sided tape, duct tape, and other forms of tape which when removed leave behind adhesive or damage walls are prohibited. Non-adhesive felt rolls may be used. Contact RMHHouses for further info.

If air conditioning is desired, you may use the newer portable floor type units that only exhaust through the window. Landlord does not provide A/C units. NOTE: traditional window type air conditioners can damage windows and are strictly prohibited. Window type A/C units can fall out if improperly installed. Additionally, window A/C units are attractive to bats flying around at night during the warm summer months. Bats can find openings around the unit/window installation and enter the house. Please contact RMHHouses for further information if needed.

If for example a window is left open and a bird or squirrel enters the house, it is the Tenant’s responsibility to remove or pay for the removal of the animal. In this event call RMHHouses and we will use one of our exterminators. The cost of removal is Tenant’s responsibility. If a wild animal infestation is discovered in or around the house, Tenant should immediately notify Landlord. In this instance Landlord will pay for such removal.

Waterbeds are strictly prohibited.

No outdoor grill or open flame is permitted on any porch. Gas BBQ if/when in use must be 5 ft or farther away from the house.

Personal property left behind by Tenant at the premises at the end of the lease will be considered abandoned and consequently becomes the property of RMHHouses.

Tenant is responsible for removing snow from the porch, steps, and the short walkway that connects to the main City sidewalk and salting those areas. The City will plow the main sidewalk.

Tenant should at minimum dispose of accumulated garbage once per week. City garbage collection is on Thursday morning. Garbage tote may be brought to the curb Wednesday evening or by 6:30 a.m. Thursday morning. The emptied garbage tote must be promptly returned to side of house within 24 hours after it has been emptied. Tenant is also responsible for compliance with the City recycling law. Go to cityofrochester.gov for more information.

At end of lease when moving out, Tenant is entitled to fill the garbage tote provided with the house only. Any other garbage left behind, inside or outside the house, including at the curb, will be subject to a minimum $200 removal charge at RMHHouses’ discretion. It is strongly advised to reduce and simplify your move out by disposing of things several weeks in advance. Tenant is required to follow the City of Rochester rules for garbage pickup.