- All gates shall be kept latched when not in use to prevent damage to gate hinges. No swinging on
open gates.
- Nothing may be stored against the side of the house or other structures on the property.
- Tenant(s) shall regularly clean dirt and spider webs from under the eaves and on the siding of the
house.
- Tenant(s) shall regularly clean exterior light fixtures.
- Tenant(s) shall report all problems with any portion of the property including lighting, fences,
fixtures, structures, electrical lines, trees and shrubs to Owner/Agent promptly.
- Driveways, patios, decks, sidewalks and walkways must be kept free of moss, debris and tripping
hazards, and may not be used for storage of personal property.
- Tenant(s) may keep potted planters on patios porches or decks, as long as walkways are unobstructed
and free of tripping hazards, planters are kept at least six inches away from the building, and all
pots have protectors to prevent water damage.
- Tenant(s) is/are responsible for ice/snow removal to ensure safe egress on all walkways, driveways,
stairs and decks and public sidewalks that abut the property except in the case of common areas,
which the Landlord is responsible to clear. The cost of repair to exterior surfaces from the use of
salt for deicing will be charged to the Tenant(s).
- Tenant(s) may not plant or remove any trees, plants or shrubs, or alter landscaped areas without the
Written Consent of Owner/Agent.
- Tenant(s) may not compost food scraps or yard waste without the prior Written Consent of
Owner/Agent.
- Tenant(s) shall be held financially responsible for damage to fences, lawns and landscaping due to
neglect or failure to perform the duties outlined in this Agreement.
Landscaping
Responsibility
(choose one)
Chemical Usage
(choose one)
The use of chemicals for weed control or fertilization is:
Landscaping
Standards
(choose one)
It also includes weeding beds; trimming shrubs (but not trees) to maintain their health and shape; edging
the lawn at least once per year; watering landscaping as needed; removing any invasive volunteer trees,
plants and shrubs that may encroach upon the house, driveway, sidewalk or walkways; mulching beds at least
annually with bark or other protective plant material to keep the soil moist and nourished; prompt removal
of leaves so as not to kill grass. Proper disposal of yard debris, and the following additional
requirements:
All flower beds and landscaped areas are to be kept weed-free by use of chemical or natural products as
indicated above. The lawn must be edged at least every other month to maintain clean edges. Shrubs and
flowers must be deadheaded promptly upon completion of bloom. The lawn must be watered adequately and kept
green. Tenant(s) must apply weed and moss control as indicated below in the spring and fall; prior to
application of lawn care products lawn must be aerated. Shrubs must be kept trimmed to maintain their health
and shape, and so they don't encroach upon the house, driveway, sidewalk or walkways. Invasive trees, shrubs
and weeds must be promptly removed when noted, and all flower and landscaped beds must be mulched twice per
year with bark o' mulch or other protective organic material to keep the soil moist and nourished. Leaves
must be promptly removed so as not to kill grass, and all leaves and debris disposed of promptly, and not
allowed to accumulate on the property,and the following additional requirements:
If Tenant(s) fail(s) to maintain yard in accordance with the above listed requirements, Owner/Agent may
issue a 10-Day Written Notification of the deficiency and if not remedied within that timeframe, may hire a
professional service to remedy the default. The cost incurred for such service shall become the
responsibility of the Tenant(s).
Important: Attach any additional
requirement documentation to this form after printing and before signing.
Tenant(s) agree(s) to accept responsibility for damaged caused by
failure to follow these instructions.
