Apartment Maintenance Responsibilities

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Protect your rights as a landlord or renter: use a rental or lease agreement to outline renter and landlord responsibilities for apartment maintenance.

Whether you are a renter or landlord, you'll want to use a rental or lease agreement to outline each party's responsibilities for apartment maintenance. When a rental property is well-kept, renters live in a healthy environment and can expect to get their deposit returned, while landlords are ensured that their property retains its value. With an Apartment Rental Agreement, both parties know what actions to follow in order to avoid conflict. In the event of future problems or conflicts, landlords and renters can refer back to the agreement to come to a solution. While most states and cities have laws protecting both renter and landlord rights, having a rental or lease agreement can help you personally protect your rights in court.

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Renter's responsibilities typically include:

Paying rent on time
Following the arrangements of the rental agreement (eg, no pets, no smoking)
Keeping the property from being damaged or destroyed
Paying for electricity and internet use

Landlord's responsibilities typically include:

Providing heating, air conditioning, water service and waste disposal
Arranging for repairs
Maintaining common areas
Notifying tenants of, and responding to health concerns (eg, mold, pests)

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Please note: This page offers general legal information, not but not legal advice tailored for your specific legal situation. Rocket Lawyer Incorporated isn't a law firm or a substitute for one. For further information on this topic, you can Ask a Legal Pro.

Written and Reviewed by Experts: This article was created, edited and reviewed by trained editorial staff who specialize in translating complex legal topics into plain language.

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This article was last reviewed or updated on Feb 11, 2025

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