Minimum Property Requirements

Good clean properties attract good clean people!

We understand the importance of providing good clean properties to tenants. This is one of the first steps to developing good long-term tenants and reducing liabilities. Turnover expenses and time vacant can also be reduced by having the property in the good condition right from the start.

We prefer to have the property at a high standard when the tenants move in. This way we are able to hold them to that standard when they move out. This reduces turnover costs to the owner and holds tenants accountable. For example, if you have all the lightbulbs working and the carpets cleaned when the tenant moves in, then we can hold the tenant responsible to have the same done at move out. Many landlords have to cover these costs every time a tenant moves out ...

We prefer not to show a property before these minimum requirements are met. If you have any questions just let us know.

OUTSIDE AREAS AND LANDSCAPING:

• Remove all trash, debris, personal items from yard, sheds, garage, and common areas.
• Lawn should be mowed and healthy
• Gardens and flower beds should not have excessive weeds
• Trees and shrubs should be trimmed
• Gates and fencing should be secure
• Railings should properly attached and able to support an adult
• Decks should be solid and walking areas should not have large gaps or tripping hazards
• Window wells should be cleaned out
• Rain gutters should be clean and functional
• Rain gutters are required over doors and walkways where there is water runoff
• Gutters and downspouts should direct water away from foundation to avoid water damage
• Wood siding or exteriors should be painted or stained and in good repair
• Property must have visible numbers identifying the address

WINDOWS AND DOORS:

• Windows should lock and open and close properly
• Sliding glass doors should function and lock properly
• All exterior door locks must function properly
• Interior Doors should function properly and be clean with no cracks or holes
• Closet doors need to function properly.
• Interior doors should not have exterior locking mechanisms
• Bathroom doors should have locking doorknobs

LIGHTING AND ELECTRICAL:

• No exposed wiring, outlets, or other electrical issues that could be a liability
• All switches and outlets should be functioning properly and have proper cover
• Light fixtures must be working with working light bulbs (see example above)
• Smoke alarms must be in working order

PLUMBING:

• Hot and cold water must work
• There should be no drips or leaks on fixtures, drains, or pipes.
• Sewer should drain properly
• Toilets should not run or leak
• Heating and Air must function and in working order with clean filter.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE:

• Property must be cleaned according to our cleaning checklist
• Carpets must be professionally cleaned and receipt on file with Atara (see example above)
• All personal items and debris must be removed
• Paint and wallpaper should not be chipping or tearing
• Appliances must be clean and in working order
• Handrails must be properly secured