North Dakota Tenant's Maintenance Repair Request Form
What this document covers
A Tenant's Maintenance Repair Request Form is a legal document that allows tenants to notify their landlord about necessary repairs or maintenance in their rented property. This form serves as a formal request, ensuring compliance with applicable state laws and the terms of the lease agreement. It is essential for documenting the tenant's concerns and the landlord's obligations regarding property upkeep, distinguishing it from more general complaint forms.
Key parts of this document
- Tenant's signature: Confirms the tenant's request for maintenance.
- Date of request: Indicates when the maintenance issue was reported.
- Details of the issue: Section to outline the specific repairs needed.
- Reference to the lease agreement: Affirms that the request is made under the terms of the lease.
When this form is needed
This form should be used when a tenant identifies a maintenance issue that requires the landlord's attention. Examples may include plumbing leaks, electrical problems, or issues with heating and cooling systems. It is a vital tool for tenants seeking to ensure that their living environment is safe and habitable, particularly when the landlord has not addressed previous verbal or informal notices.
Who can use this document
- Current tenants who are leasing a property.
- Individuals who need to formally request repairs from their landlord.
- Renters who wish to document their maintenance requests for future reference.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify the tenant: Include the name of the tenant filling out the form.
- Specify the property: Clearly state the address of the property needing repairs.
- Describe the maintenance issue: Provide a detailed description of what needs to be repaired.
- Sign and date the form: The tenant should sign and date to validate the request.
Does this form need to be notarized?
Notarization is not commonly needed for this form. However, certain documents or local rules may make it necessary. Our notarization service, powered by Notarize, allows you to finalize it securely online anytime, day or night.
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to provide a detailed description of the issue.
- Not including the property address.
- Omitting the date or tenant's signature.
- Neglecting to keep a copy for personal records.
Advantages of online completion
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Complying with all state and local health and building codes. Maintaining structural components and a reasonably weather-protected unit. Providing the necessary heat, electric, and hot and cold water facilities. Making any requested repairs promptly.
Keep your rental unit as clean and safe as the condition of the premises permits. Dispose of garbage, rubbish, and other waste in a clean and safe manner. Keep plumbing fixtures as clean as their condition permits.
Routine maintenance includes monthly costs associated with maintaining the exterior curb appeal and interior common areas of the property if it applies. The property owner should include landscaping, regular exterior and interior cleaning, garbage and recycling collection to his monthly maintenance costs as well.
The living space is safe and meets minimum housing, fire, building, and health standards; the heating, wiring, and plumbing work; the structure of the building is maintained including windows, doors, walls, roofs, ceilings, floors, and stairs; the fridge and stove work; and.
Let you landlord know the exact problem; also let him know what needs to be done about the situation. If you just tell your landlord that your apartment is feeling drafty, some landlords may not even recognize this as a repair request. Instead, give your landlord specifics.
Your landlord is always responsible for repairs to: the property's structure and exterior. basins, sinks, baths and other sanitary fittings including pipes and drains. heating and hot water.
Property Needs to Meet Local Health and Building Codes. Visible Mold. Pests. Changing Locks. Heat, Electric, Hot and Cold Water. Structural Integrity and Weather Protected. Regularly Discarding Trash. Damage Caused by the Tenant or Their Guests.
Following building and housing codes. Keeping the unit safe and sanitary. Disposing of garbage. Maintaining plumbing fixtures. Properly operating all plumbing and electric fixtures. Maintaining appliances supplied by the landlord. Not damaging the unit.
