Common use of DAMAGE DEPOSIT Clause in Contracts

DAMAGE DEPOSIT. The Guest must provide a damage deposit of $500.00. The Guest authorizes realTopia to use the deposit to cover damages not associated with normal wear and tear. The Guest also authorizes realTopia to apply the damage deposit to unpaid charges and fees at the time of check-out. If a credit card is used for payment, the Guest authorizes realTopia to use the credit card for these damage deposit charges. The Guest understands that this damage deposit in no way limits their liability and accepts responsibility for any damages in excess of the deposit. Unused damage deposits are returned by mail within 14 days of check-out, provided the following provisions are met: a) No damage or excessive soiling is done to the accommodation or its contents, beyond normal wear and tear. b) No charges are incurred due to contraband, pets, or collection of rents or services rendered during the stay, including parking and fines. c) All charges accrued during the stay are paid prior to departure. d) The Guest is not evicted by the owner (or representative of the owner), a law enforcement agency, or the security company employed by the resort strata corporation. e) All debris, refuse, and discards are placed in the appropriate dumpsters and garbage chute; soiled dishes are placed in the dishwasher and cleaned; one load of laundry is started; and the accommodation is left organized and tidy. f) No linens, towels, equipment, furniture, and furnishings are lost or damaged. g) No early check-in or late check-out (unless authorized in writing in advance). h) Parking passes (if applicable) are left inside the accommodation upon departure. i) All building keys, entrance and garage door fobs, and pool cards are left on the kitchen counter and the accommodation is left locked. j) If you use the barbeque, please clean it or incur a $20.00 cleaning fee. Incidental expenses (e.g. long distance telephone calls, telephone directory assistance, mini-bar, extra-pay movies, excessive Internet use; additional parking) will be charged to the Guest.