Bed Bugs; Pests. Resident acknowledges that: (a) bed bugs can be transported to the Unit through bedding, clothes, fabrics or other items moved by Resident into the Unit; and (b) if bed bugs infest the Unit, treatment involves not only the Unit but also the surrounding units. Resident represents to Landlord that neither Resident not Resident’s personal property has been previously exposed to or infested with bed bugs, and that no bed bugs will be transported into the Unit by Resident. In the event that bed bugs are found in the Unit, Resident shall be responsible for: (a) immediately notifying Landlord of any infestation or presence of bed bugs; (b) washing all clothes, bed sheets, draperies, towels, etc. in extremely hot water; (c) thoroughly cleaning all luggage, handbags, shoes and clothes; and (d) cooperating with the Landlord’s extermination and other remediation efforts including immediately disposing of mattresses, seat cushions or other upholstered furniture, if requested by Landlord. All damages by bed bugs shall be deemed damages exceeding normal wear and tear. In the event there are bed bugs or other pests in the Unit not caused by the Landlord, Resident agrees to pay Landlord, upon demand, for all bed bug-related or other pest control treatments, which Resident acknowledges may involve treatment of not only the Unit but also surrounding units in the Facility, and the replacement of any Furnishings damaged by bed bugs. In no event shall Resident treat any bed bug infestation independently, and Landlord reserves the sole right to select an exterminator and devise a treatment plan. In the event that Resident’s representations with respect to the bed bugs are untrue or Resident fails to comply with any terms of this Section, it shall be an immediate Event of Default under the Contract, and Landlord shall be entitled to pursue any rights or remedies available under the Contract or applicable law including, but not limited to, terminating the Resident’s right of possession of the Bedroom and the Unit. In no event shall Landlord be liable to Resident or Resident’s guests for personal injury, damage or loss of personal property related to pest infestation.
