MOLD GUIDELINES. Resident shall report to Landlord the presence of mold, water damage or water intrusion in the Premises immediately after Resident becomes aware of such condition. These guidelines describe Resident’s reporting, housekeeping and other obligations to help prevent the growth of mold and mildew in Resident’s unit. Breach of the practices described herein can result in the growth of mold in the Premises of the Building, which condition could cause (a) illness to Resident or other occupants in the Premises or Building, and (b) damage to the Premises or Building. At the time of Resident’s move-in, Resident shall note on the Move-In Inspection Sheet the presence of any mold or mildew observed by Resident during Resident’s initial inspection of the Premises. After move-in, if Resident observes or otherwise becomes aware of the presence of mold, mildew, water intrusion or dampness in the Premises (for example, water leakage from drains or faucets, discoloration of walls or ceilings, dampness in cabinets, musty odors in closets, or similar condition--any such condition is hereinafter referred to as a “Mold Condition”), Resident shall immediately report the Mold Condition to Landlord. Resident shall be responsible for cleaning the Premises, maintaining appropriate climate control within the Premises, and complying with the provisions of these guidelines to retard and help to prevent the occurrence of a Mold Condition in the Premises. Resident agrees to comply with the practices listed on the “Mold Prevention Tips” listed below during Resident’s occupancy of the Premises. In the event that a Mold Condition is discovered in the Premises or the Building, Resident agrees that Landlord shall have the right to evaluate such condition and take appropriate corrective action to remediate the Mold Condition. Resident further acknowledges that Landlord may relocate Resident, either on a temporary or permanent basis, in order to remediate the Mold Condition and repair the Premises in accordance with the provisions of the Lease. MOLD PREVENTION TIPS • Open the windows from time to time during sunny and dry weather. Proper ventilation is essential. When rain or bad weather makes it unwise to open windows, run the fan on the Premises’s heating/air-conditioning thermostat to circulate fresh air throughout the Premises. • Clean and dust the Premises on a regular basis. Regular vacuuming, mopping and use of environmentally safe household cleaners is important to remove household dirt ...
