University Park — Part XIV Title Six Housing § 1470-04
Tenant responsibilities
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Every Tenant must: (1) Comply with all obligations imposed specifically upon Tenants by provisions of the Village Code applicable to Dwelling Units. (2) Keep that part of the Premises that he or she occupies and uses as safe as the conditions of the Premises permits. (3) Dispose of all ashes, rubbish, garbage and other waste from his or her Dwelling Unit in a clean and safe manner. (4) Keep all plumbing fixtures in the Dwelling Unit or used by the Tenant as clean as their condition permits. (5) Use in a reasonable manner all electrical, plumbing, sanitary, heating, ventilating, air conditioning and other facilities and appliances, including elevators, in the Premises. (6) Not deliberately or negligently destroy, deface, damage, impair or remove any part of the Premises or knowingly permit any Person on the Premises with his or her consent to do so. (7) Conduct himself or herself and require other Persons on the Premises with his or her consent to conduct themselves in a manner that will not disturb the neighbors' peaceful enjoyment of the Premises.
University Park § 1470-04 establishes a set of baseline responsibilities that every tenant must meet while occupying a dwelling unit. These obligations cover a range of day-to-day conduct, including safe upkeep of the occupied space, proper waste disposal, careful use of plumbing and building systems, and avoiding deliberate or negligent damage to the property. The provision also requires tenants to conduct themselves—and to require guests they allow onto the premises to conduct themselves—in ways that do not disturb neighbors' peaceful enjoyment of the building.
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Under § 1470-04, compliant operators generally document the condition of a dwelling unit at move-in and move-out so that any damage or maintenance failures attributable to tenant conduct can be distinguished from normal wear and tear. Lease agreements commonly reference these tenant obligations by incorporating the Village Code standards, giving landlords a clear contractual basis if a tenant fails to maintain cleanliness, misuses building systems, or permits disruptive guests. Keeping records of written notices and communications related to any alleged violations supports a landlord's ability to demonstrate that the requirements of § 1470-04 were communicated and enforced consistently.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 1470-04 outlines the affirmative duties tenants in University Park owe with respect to their dwelling unit and shared premises, including maintaining cleanliness, using facilities reasonably, avoiding damage, and managing guest behavior. Tenants who believe a landlord is attempting to impose obligations beyond what this provision actually requires—or who face lease termination claims tied to alleged violations—may find it useful to review the specific language of § 1470-04 alongside the broader Village Code. Tenant-rights organizations and local legal aid resources can help clarify how these responsibilities interact with any corresponding landlord duties and what options exist if a dispute arises.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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