Can a pool be included in a tenancy agreement?

Pool maintenance covered by a contract between the property manager/owner and an external company should be included in the tenancy agreement. A property manager/owner cannot require the tenant to enter into a maintenance contract or require the tenant to use a particular company to provide maintenance services.

Can a landlord have a lawn care service?

In most instances the landlord would contract a professional lawn care service to conduct regular lawn care duties. In climates where snow is common, snow removal would often be included in the yard maintenance as well.

When does a landlord have to pay a service charge?

Section 19 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 states that a service charge is only payable in so far as the services or works have been carried out to a ‘reasonable standard’. The implication of this is that leaseholders can ask that their service charge be reduced if the service or work hasn’t been done very well.

Who is responsible for pool maintenance in caravan park?

In a caravan park, rooming accommodation or unit complexes, tenants are not generally responsible for pool maintenance but may have to follow rules about how, and when, the pool can be used.

Can a renter take care of a pool?

Depending on the terms of your lease agreement, landlords may be able to perform pool maintenance themselves, have the tenant do it or hire a pool-service company. Here are some pros and cons to consider about pool maintenance when renting:

Can a landlord drain and cover a pool?

Unless specifically addressed in your lease agreement, a landlord could drain and cover the pool, even in the summer, so long as it doesn’t create an additional risk of causing injuries. Additionally, many landlords may add a swimming pool or hot tub addendum to the lease agreement which could make pool maintenance the tenant’s responsibility.

Can a landlord be held responsible for a pool?

Here are a few things you’ll want to tell your tenants in the body text of your swimming pool addendum: They are using the pool premises at their own risk, and you (the landlord) cannot be held responsible for injuries sustained by tenants, guests, or occupants of the property. They must notify you immediately if a repair is required.

Can a landlord add a hot tub to a lease?

Additionally, many landlords may add a swimming pool or hot tub addendum to the lease agreement which could make pool maintenance the tenant’s responsibility. So, as with most landlord-tenant issues, the first stop for both parties should be the lease agreement.