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Return to Home Page TENANCY AGREEMENT To: NAMED TENANTS Your proposed tenancy: PROPERTY ADDRESS Rent: MONTHLY RENTAL CHARGE A. Your tenancy for 'x' number of persons residing at PROPERTY ADDRESS will begin on July1st 2010. B. To secure the tenancy, an individual bond of £300 per person is required . C.The Tenancy agreement has to be signed by all the tenants at the same time in front of a witness. D. Rent per tenant is due every month until the end of the tenancy. E. Each tenant will set up a standing order to Abaris Properties for theit rent to be paid on the 1st of each month - Abaris' Bank details available upon request. F. Your bond cannot be used as your last month's rent. The bond is required as insurance against any possible damage to the property. ------ 1. The Landlord lets and the Tenant(s) take the property for an agreed term of 12 months and at the rent stated in this Agreement. It is agreed future rental payments will be paid by on the due dates specified each month during the term of the tenancy. 2. This Agreement is intended to create an Assured Shorthold Tenancy as defined in Section 19A of the Housing Act 1988 (as amended) by the Housing Act 1996 and the provisions for the recovery of possession by the Landlord in Section 21 thereof apply accordingly. 3.Possession of the property may be brought to an end under Gnd 1 of Schedule 2 of the Housing Act 1988. 4. The Landlord includes the persons for the time being entitled in reversion expectant of the tenancy. 5.The Tenant(s) includes the person(s) deriving title under the Tenancy. 6. The Tenant(s) shall pay to the Landlord either before or upon the signing of this Agreement the amount of the deposit/bond. 7. References to the property include references to any part or part of the property and to fixtures, furniture and effects therein. TENANCY OBLIGATIONS 1.0 The Tenant(s) obligations are:- 1.1 To pay the rent to the Landlord at the times and in the manner specified on the due rent dates. 1.2 To pay for all gas and electricity consumed on or supplied to the property during the term of the tenancy and for all charges made for the use of the telephone (if any) in the property during the term. The Tenant(s) also agree to pay the water rates (or if the supply is metered all charges made for the use of water), council tax, community charge or similar tax or levy payable by the Landlord in respect of the property. The Tenant(s) will be responsible for the re-connection fee relating to the telephone and also for the re-connection charges relating to the supply of gas, electricity or any other utility if these are disconnected due to non-payment of bills by the Tenant(s). 1.3 Not to use the property for any illegal or immoral purposes. Not to hold or permit to be held any political or religious meeting in the property or any other part of the property. Not to use the premises for dancing, music or singing lessons or practice providing that this clause shall not prohibit prayer meetings twice daily over a period of seven days following the funeral of any of the Tenant(s). 1.4 Not to assign, sublet or part with possessions of the property or any part of the property under any circumstances. Not to take in any lodger or paying guest under any circumstances. 1.5 Not to carry on or permit to be carried on at the property any professional trade, manufacture or business or hold any sale by auction from or in the premises or occupy the same or any part thereof for any unlawful, immoral, noisy or noxious purposes. Not to do or allow to be done in or upon the property any act or thing which may annoy or tend to cause annoyance, nuisance, damage or danger to the occupants of other properties. To keep and use the property as a residential property at all times. 1.6 Not to damage or injure the property or to make any alterations or additions to the property. Permission must be obtained from the Landlord or the Landlords Agent prior to affixing picture hooks or shelves. The Tenant(s) agree not to hang any poster/pictures on the walls or other surfaces with nails, screws, pins, blue tac, adhesive or any other item without the prior permission of the Landlord or the Landlords Agent. 1.7 To permit the Landlord or the Landlordís Agents upon giving 24 hours notice (except in the case of an emergency, when no notice shall be required) to enter the property with or without workmen, equipment and materials and to view the state and condition thereof and, if necessary, to carry out any repairs, alterations or any other work. 1.8 To keep the interior of the property during the term of the tenancy in as good and clean state of repair, condition and decoration as the property is in upon commencement of the term (fair wear and tear excepted). 1.9 To make good all damage and breakageís to the property which may occur during the term (fair wear and tear excepted). 1.10 To secure all locks and bolts to the windows and doors when exiting the property. If fitted the burglar alarm must be switched on when the property is left unattended.If the alarm is code operated it is essential the code is not changed by the Tenant(s) as in the event an emergency should arise with the property it may be necessary for the Landlord, the Landlords Agent or maintenance contractors acting on behalf of the Landlord, to enter the property without prior notification to the Tenant(s). 1.11 A fee in the amount of £35.00 will be incurred by the Tenant(s) for the replacement of lost keys. The Tenant(s) will be responsible for all costs incurred in the fitting of a new lock. If the key to the security entrance door (applying to flats) is lost the Landlord must be notified immediately. 1.12 To ensure the heating is left on in the property during cold weather or if the property is left unoccupied (for the prevention of burst pipes). The property must not be unoccupied for a period in excess of twenty one days without the prior written consent of the Landlord or the Landlords Agent and in the event of consent being granted the Tenant(s) shall make arrangements to turn off and drain down the water supply together with the central heating system (if installed) after turning off all heating and water appliances, to avoid leakage or frost damage. 1.13 Locks must not be changed in the property without the written consent of the Landlord or the Landlords Agent. The Landlords Agent must be notified immediately if a problem arises with the locks or in the event of keys to the property being lost. Duplicate keys must not be cut without the consent of the Landlord or the Landlords Agent. 1.14 Televisions, radios, hi-fis or musical instruments must not be played so loud as to be audible to any neighbouring property or communal hallways, entrances etc. Not to use any washing machine, spin dryer or other domestic appliance or other apparatus of any kind so as to cause annoyance, nuisance or inconvenience to the other occupiers of neighbouring properties. If the property is a flat please do not operate the washing machine between the hours of 11.00 p.m. and 7.00 a.m. 1.15 All doors, staircases, halls etc. must be used quietly between the hours of 11.00 p.m. and 7.00 a.m. so as not to cause any disturbance or annoyance to the occupiers of other properties. Items must not be left in hallways, staircases, landings etc. which may cause an obstruction. Vehicle doors must be closed quietly. 1.16 No electrical wiring, plumbing, gas installation, telephone installation may be altered, extended or disconnected without the prior consent of the Landlord or the Landlords Agent. 1.17 No television satellite dishes or aerials are allowed to be affixed to the interior or exterior of the property without permission of the landlord.. 1.18 To preserve the fixtures, furniture and effects from being destroyed or damaged and not to remove any items from the property. 1.19 To ensure at the end of the tenancy all such items are returned to the rooms as shown in the inventory. If the person(s) employed to carry out the inventory check has to make a repeat visit to the property a fee in the amount of £40.00 will be incurred by the Tenant(s). If any items of furniture etc. are not left in their correct place as stated in the inventory the Tenant(s) will be charged a fee in the amount of £5.00 per item to move the relevant item to its correct place. 1.20 Not to darken or obstruct any windows or light belonging to the building. 1.21 The Tenant(s) will be responsible for arranging insurance cover in respect of personal effects taken into the property. 1.22 To pay for the washing and ironing of curtains and any other furnishings which may have become soiled during the term of the tenancy (fair wear and tear excepted). 1.23 Not to display any poster, advertisement, notice or other writing of any description so as to be visible outside the property. 1.24 To provide the Landlord or the Landlords Agent with details of any notice, order or proposal relating to the property (or any building of which the property forms part of). 1.25 To ensure any condensation is wiped up immediately to avoid damage to the property, its decorations, furniture, fixtures and effects. 1.26 To report to the Landlord or the Landlords Agent promptly any defects in the property which it is the duty of the Landlord to repair. 1.27 Not do or suffer to be done in the property anything which may be or become a nuisance to the Landlord or Tenant(s) of adjoining properties or which may vitiate any insurance policies or increase the insurance premiums. 1.28 To notify the Landlord or the Landlords Agent immediately of any broken glass and to keep all parts of the property including fixtures, fittings and decorations in good condition (fair wear and tear excepted). 1.29 To pay the reasonable replacement cost of all or any part of the fixtures and fittings which may be broken, lost, damaged or destroyed by the Tenant(s). 1.30 Upon the Landlord or his Agent giving to the Tenant(s) notice in writing of any failure to repair, amend, restore, paint, clean and make good the interior of the property and the furniture fixtures and effects (if any) within one month after service of the Notice and if the Tenant(s) fail to execute the work within the period, to permit the Landlord or his Agents or Contractors to enter upon the property and carry out any work necessary and to pay to the Landlord reasonable costs for the work. 1.31 To permit the Landlord or the Landlords Agent during the last 6 months of the tenancy to view the property with prospective tenants or purchasers. Wheneever possible. twenty four hours notice will be given in this respect. During this period the property must be maintained in a cleaned and tidy condition so as not to deter prospective tenants. 1.32 Caravans or trailers must not be parked outside the property. Tenants are not to abandon or leave any untaxed vehicle outside the property. No vehicle or parts of a vehicle or motor cycle are permitted to be kept in the property or communal hallways or staircases under any circumstances. 1.33 The Landlord or the Landlords Agent will not permit the deposit to be used in lieu of payment of rent in the event the tenancy period is extended. 1.34 The ending of the tenancy mid-term by the Tenant(s) will result in the payment by the Tenant(s) of all out of pocket expenditure incurred by the Landlord or the Landlords Agent in introducing a new Tenant(s) to the property. In all cases the Tenant(s) will be responsible for all rental payments until expiry of the Tenancy Agreement or the re-letting of the property, whichever is the sooner. The Tenant(s) will also be responsible for continuing payment of all telephone charges and additional utility charges until the expiry of the Tenancy Agreement or the re-letting whichever is sooner. 1.35 The Tenant(s) must be aware that the Landlord does NOT allow the use of CANDLES anwhere in the property under any circumstances. Candles lit and left unattended are a major fire risk to the contents of the property and to the building. The Tenant(s) will be responsible for the payment of any damage caused by the use of candles. 1.36 All fixtures,fittings, furnishings and decorations in the property are as stated in the inventory prepared for the property. A copy of the inventory will be passed to the Tenant(s) to check, sign, date and return to Streets Ahead. The inventory will be signed by Streets Ahead on behalf of the Landlord and a copy will be returned to the Tenant(s). Tenant(s) please note if you are not in receipt of a copy of the inventory signed by Streets Ahead, when you vacate the property the original inventory will stand as being accepted and you will be held responsible for any items missing or damage occasioned to items listed in the inventory. 1.37 Not to store or bring into the property any article, substance or liquid of a specially combustible, inflammable or explosive nature. 1.38 Not to throw any dirt, rubbish, rags or other refuse into the sinks, baths, lavatories, cisterns or waste or soil pipes in the property. 1.39 The smoke alarm(s) in the property must be tested during the term of the tenancy by the Tenant(s). Replacement batteries will be the responsibility of the Tenant(s). 1.40 Not to place or suspend or permit to be placed or suspended any excessive weight on or from the floors, ceilings or walls of the property which may be or become dangerous or a nuisance or cause scandal or annoyance to the occupiers of other properties. 1.41 To deposit rubbish and refuse only in the refuse container(s) provided. 1.42 Not to permit any wastage or overflow of water at the property nor to permit or suffer any water or other liquid to soak through the floors of the property or adjoining properties. The Tenant(s) must take precautions to ensure taps are not left on to prevent water overflowing to adjoining properties.If damage is occasioned due to the negligence on the part of the Tenant(s) the Tenant(s) will be held liable for the costs incurred. 1.43 To keep all windows in the property adequately curtained and not to throw anything out of the windows of the property. 1.44 Not to overload or strain any part of the property or set up any machinery or apparatus thereon other than the usual domestic appliances. 1.45 Not to obstruct or leave any article or thing in the common parts of the building (if any). 1.46 Not to permit any laundry to be hung or spread out from any windows or balcony or other exterior parts of the property apart from on washing lines in the private garden (if any) 1.47 Not to use the loft, cellar or garage (if any) belonging to the property for placing in any of the Landlords contents without the written consent of the Landlord or the Landlords Agent. 1.48 The Landlord or the Landlords Agent will be entitled to make a charge (reasonable) if attendance is required at the property due to the loss of keys or the Tenant(s) being locked out. If attendance at the property is required due to the foregoing between the hours of 7.00 p.m. and 9.00 a.m. a fee in the amount of £50.00 will be charged to the Tenant(s) for this service. 1.49 If a visit has to be made to the property by the Landlord or the Landlords Agent in respect of rent arrears a fee in the amount of £45.00 per visit will be paid by the Tenant(s). If any payment of rent is not made on the due date, an administration fee in the amount of £25.00 will be incurred by the Tenant(s). This charge will be raised in respect of every 7 day period for which the rent remains unpaid. 1.50 A cleaning fee will be incurred by the Tenant(s) if the property is not left in a clean and tidy condition including all kitchen appliances, when the property is vacated. The Landlord reserves the right to check the property prior to the return of the bond. Tenant(s) are notified when the property is vacated and it is not cleaned to a standard acceptable to an incoming Tenant(s) and Abaris Properties have to make a return visit to the property to check the cleaning again the Tenant(s) will incur a fee in the amount of £40.00. 1.51 The Tenant(s) is hereby notified property checks will be undertaken by the Landlord or the Landlords Agent during the term of the tenancy. It is agreed a minimum of twenty four hours notice will be provided to the Tenant(s). 1.52 The Tenant(s) agrees to notify the Landlord or the Landlords Agent in writing at least one calendar month prior to the expiry of the term whether or not the Tenant(s) wish to vacate the property upon expiry of the term. If the Tenant(s) remain in the property upon expiry of this Agreement to give to the Landlord or the Landlords Agent, a minimum of one months notice, in writing, commencing from a rent date, of the Tenant(s) intention to vacate or to pay one months rent in lieu. 1.53 If any of the furniture, fixtures, decorations are lost or irreparably damaged the Tenant(s) agree to replace it or at the option of the Landlord to pay to the Landlord the reasonable cost of replacement of any such item (fair wear and tear excepted). 1.54 Not to obstruct in any way pathways, driveways, garages, car parking areas etc. and not to repair vehicles on the pathways, driveways or car parking areas. 1.55 The Tenant(s) agree not to stop up any flues or ventilators to or in the property. The Tenant(s) is required to allow entry without prior notification in the event of a gas emergency. The Gas Board Emergency Tel No is 0800 111999. 1.56 The Tenant(s) agree to replace all defective light bulbs and fluorescent tubes as and when necessary in the property. 1.57 Not to lop, top or cut down or damage any trees, shrubs or plants growing upon the property or alter the general character of the garden and to keep the grounds and garden in good condition throughout the term of the tenancy according to the season of the year. 1.58 The Tenant(s) will be responsible for the purchase of a television license in respect of any television receiver at the property and to ensure at all times during the Tenancy there is a current valid television license in respect of any television set in the property whether belonging to the Landlord or the Tenant or to a Hire Company. Arrangements must be made by the Tenant(s) for the return of any television, satellite television decoder or any other appliance to be returned to the hirer at the end of the tenancy. 1.59 In the event the washing machine and tumble dryer (if any) serving the premises malfunction for whatever reason and causes damage to the Tenant(s) contents within, then the Tenant(s) agree not to make a claim against the Landlord or the Landlords Insurers for any items damaged. In the event that the refrigerator and freezer (if any) ceases to correctly function with the result that any consumables contained in the said appliance(s) and belonging to the Tenant(s) thaw or becomes damaged or otherwise unsafe for human consumption and requires to be destroyed or discarded then the Tenant(s) agree not to seek reimbursement from the Landlord for any loss or inconvenience suffered. 1.60 The Tenant(s) will perform and observe at all times during the tenancy the lessees or Tenant(s) covenants and the conditions and stipulations contained in the lease under which the Landlord holds the property in so far as such performance and observance is not the sole responsibility of the Landlord under the terms hereof. The Tenant(s) will indemnify the Landlord from and against all actions, costs, claims and demands arising out of any breach, non-observance or non-performance thereof so far as aforesaid shall not operate so as to confer upon the Tenant(s) any right, power or privilege which is not expressly granted by this agreement. 1.61 The Tenant(s) hereby authorise the Landlord to dispose of any such property belonging to the Tenant(s) which is left behind in the property seven days after the ending of the Tenancy, by whatever means the Landlord considers suitable, including total destruction, if necessary, and agrees to indemnify the Landlord against claims from any third party owners of such property, and also agrees not to make any claim against the Landlord whatsoever for the disposal of such property. 1.62 Not to withhold rent at any time on the grounds of necessary repairs or maintenance. 1.63 Where more than one party has signed this document, the tenancy is a joint and several contract, the non-payment of rent by any person named as Tenant will render the other persons named as Tenant liable for the payments due from the person who defaults. Without prejudice to this provision if, after 14 days, there is no written agreement between the person who defaults and the Landlord to resolve the matter, then all of the arrears will be the liability of the other joint Tenants without further notice. 1.64 If the property is a flat and leasehold, the Tenant(s) will perform and observe at all times during the tenacy the lessees or Tenant(s) covenants and the conditions and stipulations contained in the lease under which the Landlord holds the property in so far as such performance and observance is not the sole responsibility of the Landlord under the terms hereof. The Tenant(s) will indemnify the Landlord from and against all actions, costs, claims and demands arising out of any breach, non-observance or non-performance thereof so far as aforesaid shall not operate so as to confer upon the Tenant(s) any right, power or privilege which is not expressly granted by this agreement. 1.65 No reptiles, birds or other domestic animals are allowed to be kept in the property under any circumstances 1.66 It is a condition of the tenancy the interior and exterior windows are cleaned on a monthly basis. 1.67 No more than 2/4/5/6/8 adults are to occupy the property. 1.68 The Tenant(s) will be responsible for maintaining the garden in a clean and tidy condition unless an agreement is made with the Landlord. LANDLORDS OBLIGATIONS 2.00 That the Tenant(s) paying the rent and performing the obligations on the part of the Tenant(s) may quietly possess and enjoy the property during the term of the tenancy without any unlawful interruptions from the Landlord or any person claiming under or in trust for the Landlord. 2.01 To keep the exterior and structure of the property in good repair together with installations provided by the Landlord for heating, water heating and sanitation, if any. In addition to keep in repair all mechanical and electrical items (including all washing machines, dishwashers and other similar appliances) which are the Landlords property provided that the Landlord shall not be required to carry out any work for which the Tenant(s) is liable by virtue of its duty to use the property and the contents, fixtures and fittings in a tenant like manner and provided further that the Tenant(s) shall indemnify the Landlord in respect of the cost of repairs to such installations or items resulting from misuse of the same. To maintain all electrical appliances, gas and central heating systems (if any) and make good or replace any parts which become defective due to fair wear and tear (except for light bulbs and electrical fuses) which are not caused by the negligence on the part of the Tenant(s). The Landlord warrants that all the soft furnishings, beds, mattresses, cushions, pillows supplied in the property comply (where applicable) with the provisions of the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire Safety Regulations 1988 and the Furniture and Furnishings Fire Safety Amendment Regulations 1993. The Landlord warrants that he will comply with the Gas Safety Installations and Use Amendment No Regulations 1996 by ensuring that a copy of the record in respect of any appliance or flue checked under the Gas Safety Installation and Use Regulations 1994 as amended is given to the Tenant(s) within 28 days of that check being carried out at the property under the said Regulations and further the Landlord or the Landlords Agent shall retain a record of such a check being carried out. 2.02 The Landlord warrants that where applicable all necessary consents to this Tenancy have been obtained from the mortgagees, insurers and freeholders or superior lessors of the property prior to the grant of this tenancy and the Landlord agrees to indemnify the Tenant(s) for all losses which may be sustained by the Tenant(s) as a result of any breach of this clause. 2.03 To insure the property against all risks covered in a housing buildings insurance policy. If at any time:- There is a breach by the Tenant(s) of any covenant or other term of this Lease. and/or An administration order is made in respect of the Tenant(s) or the Tenant(s) goes into liquidation, whether voluntarily or compulsory or a company voluntary arrangement is approved by the Tenants creditors or a receiver is appointed in respect of the Tenant(s). and/or The rent is outstanding for fourteen days after the due date formally demanded or not or if the Tenant(s) become bankrupt the Landlord or the Landlords Agent may at any time thereafter re-enter the property and resume possession of the contents and the Tenancy shall determine but without prejudice to any right of action or remedy to the Landlord in respect of any breach of the Tenant(s) stipulations herein contained. The Landlord or the Landlords Agent may re-enter the property and upon entry the term shall absolutely determine but without prejudice to any claim which the Landlord may have against the Tenant(s) in respect of any breach of any covenant or other term of this Lease. 2.07 If the property shall be destroyed or damaged by an insured risk so as to be unfit for habitation and use the rent hereby reserved, shall cease to become payable until the property has been rendered fit again for occupation and provided that the Landlordís insurance ís shall not have been vitiated as a result of any act or omission by the Tenant(s) then the Tenant(s) may give written notice to the Landlord or the Landlords Agent to terminate the tenancy forthwith in which event any rent which may have been paid by the Tenant(s) in respect of any unexpired period of the tenancy shall be repaid by the Landlord. 3.00 Deposit The deposit shall be returned to the Tenant(s) subject to any deductions by the Landlord or the Landlords Agent which may be deemed necessary for loss or damage sustained to the property. All keys to the property must be returned to the Landlord or the Landlords Agent prior to the return of the bond by the Landlord. Upon a satisfactory report and schedule of dilapidation ís (if any) accrued at the termination of the tenancy and prepared by the Inventory Clerk (appointed by the Landlords Agent) shall be accepted by each of the parties hereto and it is agreed that the decision of the Inventory Clerk in respect to whether or not any item of dilapidation ís has or has not accrued is attributed to either party is final and binding upon them The deposit will be held by the Landlord or the Landlords Agent without payment of interest and may be applied towards the discharge or part discharge or any unmet liability of the Tenant(s) referred to in this Lease and otherwise to be returned to the Tenant(s). If full agreement upon the apportionment of the deposit shall not have been reached by the parties hereto within two months from the expiry or sooner determination of the Tenancy, then at the request of either party the matter shall be referred to a single arbitrator to be settled in accordance with the Arbitration Act 1996. 3.01 Other Charges The Tenant(s) agree to pay the following charges: Where the Landlord or the Landlords Agent sends to the Tenant(s) a Notice under Section 8 of the Housing Act (for any breach of the Tenancy) the Tenant(s) shall pay the fixed fee of £50.00 Where the Tenant(s) fail to respond to the above and as a consequence a visit to the property by the Landlord or the Landlords Agent becomes necessary, the Tenant(s) agree to pay a fixed fee of £50.00. A fee in the amount of £25.00 will be charged for each bounced cheque and/or missed Bank Standing Order Rent Payment. VAT will be charged in addition, if applicable. AGREEMENT The Landlord notifies the Tenant pursuant to Section 48 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1987 that the address at which notices (including notices in proceedings) may be served upon the Landlord is:- Abaris Properties and Lettings Ltd. 7 St Michaels Road, Leeds LS6 3AW. Signed For or by Landlord: Eamonn J Ruane Proprietor ___________________________ Date: ________________ Abaris Properties and Lettings Ltd. 7 St Michaels Road, Leeds LS6 3AW. AND TENANTS NAMES and SIGNATURES Return to Home Page