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Responsibilities of a Tenant The responsibilities of both tenant and landlord are detailed within the tenancy agreement, although some conditions may vary slightly from one property and landlord to the next. Whilst tenancy agreements provide tenants with certain rights, they also contractually bind you to certain responsibilities. Breaking the terms of your tenancy agreement can lead to eviction from the property. If you require any further clarification on any of the terms, please talk to your Consultant who will be pleased to assist. A general guide to what is expected of tenants in the private rental sector in Ireland is listed below: + Pay the agreed rent in full and on time. Failure to make timely payments can incur monetary penalties + Pay any bills that you are responsible for (such as electricity, gas, broadband, telephone, television) + Make sure no damage is caused to the property or its contents, whether by yourself or members of the household or visitors + Consult your landlord before making any alterations to the property; please ensure you obtain written permission + Report any damage or need for repairs to the landlord as soon as possible + Responsibility for looking after internal decorations, furniture, and equipment as well as minor maintenance (such as checking that smoke alarms are working, changing light bulbs, etc.) + Not cause disturbance, nuisance, or annoyance to neighbors + Not smoke in the property + Provide the landlord with access to the property for the purpose of inspection, or to carry out repairs, as long as sufficient notice has been provided + Give the agreed amount of notice to your landlord if you wish to terminate the agreement and leave the property + Not leave the property unoccupied for longer than 30 consecutive days + Not to sublet the property + Tenants should take measures to stop water pipes from freezing Your landlord will do everything reasonably possible to carry out repairs. If you plan to be away from the property for an extended period of time, make sure advice your landlord. Insurance If your property was “let furnished”, the buildings and contents of the property will be insured by the landlord. However, it is useful to have your own contents insurance as this will provide cover for any accidental damage you may cause to the landlord's furnishings and fittings which would otherwise be claimed against your security deposit. If your property was “let unfurnished”, you should take out a contents policy to insure your own belongings. Try www.compareinsuranceireland.ie for a good comparison site.

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