Roomer/landlord Agreement (Page 4 of 4) in pdf

TIPS FOR RENTING A ROOM IN A LANDLORD’S HOME

Open and honest communication, right from the start, is the key to a successful relationship.

Legislation

When someone rents a room where they are living with the landlord, or a member of the landlord’s

immediate family, the arrangement is a license between the landlord (licensor) and the roomer (licensee).

Neither the Tenant Protection Act nor the Commercial Tenancies Act applies.

House Rules

Clearly identify what the house rules and agreements are and include these as part of the rental agreement.

Be sure to have this document signed by both parties. Once established, these house rules should not

change unless agreed upon, in writing, by both parties.

Overnight Guest Policy

Include the overnight guest policy in the house rules & agreements - are guests permitted, if so how many?

How often?

Laundry Privileges

Specify the laundry privileges - if necessary, specify a day and time each week when the roomer can do

laundry. How many loads allowed per week? Is there an additional charge?

Parking

If parking is provided, it may be helpful to designate a spot in the driveway for each vehicle. If vehicle

shuffling is necessary, will the roomer and landlord have access to each other’s car keys?

Smoking and Pets

Specify whether or not smoking is allowed. In which rooms? Outside only? Are pets allowed?

Name, Address and Phone Number of Your Student

The landlord should be provided with the roomer’s full name, home address and telephone number, as the

University cannot release personal information should they need to be contacted at a later date, or in the

event of an emergency. Does the roomer have a friend who is a local contact in case of emergency?

Entry of Their Room

Specify under what circumstances the landlord will enter the roomer’s room? In case of fire or other

emergency? If they go away for the weekend and leave a window open? Regular cleaning? Both parties

must be respectful of each other’s right to privacy.

Phone, Cable or Internet Connection

Specify what services are provided, if they are shared, any rules for sharing, how costs are shared.

Candles and Incense

Agree upon whether or not candles or incense may be burned, and if so when/where.

Recycling and Waste Collection

Roomers need to be informed about Guelph’s Wet-Dry+ system, and to sort their waste accordingly.

Landlord - Roomer Disputes

Although the Off-Campus Housing Office will not get directly involved in disputes, the staff can offer

information to both parties and can make referrals for you for mediation or other services/support.

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