Resident(s) Agree To:

• Keep the premises clean and regularly dusted, vacuumed and mopped
• Remove visible moisture accumulation on windows, walls and other surfaces as soon as reasonably possible.
• Keep the ventilation or air-conditioning ducts uncovered and unblocked.
• Use hood vents when cooking, cleaning and dishwashing
• Keep closet doors ajar to allow for proper circulation
• Avoid excessive amounts of indoor plants
• Use exhaust fans when bathing/showering
• Use ceiling fans, if present
• Water all indoor plants outdoors
• Wipe down any moisture and/or spillage, windows and sills, bathroom walls and fixtures after bathing and showering
• Hang shower curtains within the bathtub when showering or securely close shower doors, if present
• Leave bathroom and shower doors open after use
• Use dryer, if present, for wet towels
• Use household cleaners on any hard surfaces
• Remove any moldy or rotting food
• Remove garbage regularly
• Periodically inspect for leaks under sinks
• Check all washer hoses, if applicable
• Regularly empty dehumidifier, if used
• Open blinds/curtains to allow light into premises

Resident(s) shall report in writing if any of the following is found in any unit, storage room, garage or other common area:

• Visible or suspected mold
• All A/C or heating problems or leaks, moisture accumulations, major spillage
• Plant watering overflows
• Musty odors, showers/bath/sink/toilet overflows
• Leaky faucets, plumbing, pet urine accidents
• Discoloration of walls, baseboards, doors, window frames, ceilings
• Moldy clothing, refrigerator and A/C drip pan overflows
• Moisture dripping from or around any vents, A/C condenser lines
• Loose, missing or failing grout or caulk around tubs, showers, sinks, faucets, countertops
• Clothes dryer vents leaks
• Any and all excess moisture

Small Areas of Mold: If mold has occurred an a small non-porous surface such as ceramic tile, Formica, vinyl flooring, metal, or plastic, and the mold is not due to an ongoing leak or moisture problem, Resident agrees to clean the areas with soap (or detergent) and a small amount of water, let the surface dry, and then within 24 hours apply a non-staining cleaner such as Lysol Disinfectant®, Pine-Sol Disinfectant® (original pine-scented), Tilex Mildew Remover®, or Clorox Cleanup®.

Climate Control: Residents(s) agree to use all air-conditioning in a reasonable manner, and to use heating systems in moderation. Resident(s) further agree to keep the premises properly ventilated by periodically opening windows during dry weather only, to allow circulation of fresh air.  OWNER OR AGENT RECOMMENDS THAT AIR CONDITIONING BE USED AT ALL TIMES IF UNIT HAS AIR CONDITIONING.