24 Monroe St

Lease terms

Property Rules & Maintenance Responsibilities To help ensure the property remains safe, attractive, and well maintained, the following terms apply throughout the lease period: Non-Smoking Property This is a 100% smoke-free property. Smoking, vaping, or the use of any tobacco, cannabis, or similar products is prohibited inside the residence, deck, and anywhere on the property. Lawn & Landscape Maintenance The Tenant agrees to: Mow the lawn on a regular basis during the growing season. Trim grass around walkways, fences, gardens, and landscaping as needed. Weed and maintain all flower beds and landscaped areas. Keep the yard free of litter, toys, debris, and pet waste. Promptly notify the Landlord of any damaged trees, irrigation issues, drainage concerns, or other conditions that could affect the property. The Landlord will provide: Seasonal spring and fall cleanups. Major pruning, mulching, fertilization, and other seasonal landscape maintenance. Maintenance or replacement of shrubs and trees, when necessary. Snow & Ice Removal The Tenant is responsible for: Removing snow and ice from all walkways, entry steps, porches, and the deck within a reasonable time following each snowfall. Applying ice melt or sand, when necessary, to maintain safe walking surfaces. The Landlord is responsible for: Snow removal of the driveway. Trash & Recycling The Tenant shall: Place trash and recycling at the curb on the scheduled collection day. Return all containers promptly after collection. Keep trash securely contained and maintain the trash storage area in a clean and sanitary condition. Utilities Unless otherwise specified in the lease, the Tenant is responsible for payment of all utilities serving the property, including electricity, oil, internet, cable, and trash service. Property Care The Tenant agrees to: Keep the interior and exterior of the property clean and sanitary. Promptly report plumbing leaks, electrical problems, appliance malfunctions, roof leaks, pest issues, or any condition that could cause damage if left unattended. Exercise reasonable care to prevent frozen pipes during cold weather. Maintain adequate heat during winter months. Alterations The Tenant shall not paint, install fixtures, mount televisions, build structures, or make alterations to the property without the Landlord's prior written consent. Pets No pets shall be permitted unless specifically approved in writing by the Landlord. Approved pets must be properly supervised, licensed where required, and any waste must be removed immediately. The Tenant is responsible for all pet-related damage. Parking Parking is permitted only in designated areas. Vehicles must be currently registered and operable. No commercial vehicles, recreational vehicles, boats, trailers, or inoperable vehicles may be stored on the property without the Landlord's written approval. Occupancy Only individuals listed on the lease may reside at the property. Guests staying longer than fourteen (14) consecutive days or more than twenty-one (21) days within a six-month period require the Landlord's prior written approval. General Maintenance The Tenant shall maintain the property in a clean, orderly, and safe condition and return it at the end of the tenancy in substantially the same condition as received, ordinary wear and tear excepted.