Common use of Property Check-out Clause in Contracts

Property Check-out. On the last day of the agreed Tenancy period, the Inventory and Schedule of Condition will be checked against the Property and its contents. Occasionally it may not be possible to check the Inventory and Schedule of Condition immediately, for example if you are moving out over a weekend, in which case an appointment as soon as possible afterwards will be made. The Tenant can be present for the Property check-out if they wish, however if not present the Inventory and Schedule of Condition will be checked in their absence. The Tenant must remove all their possessions and be ready to hand back all keys by 10.00hrs on the last day of the Tenancy unless otherwise agreed with the Property Manager. Any possessions or items belonging to the Tenant left at the Property after the Tenant has vacated, will be deemed to have been abandoned and the Property Manager will be entitled to remove and store any belongings for up to 28 days. A forwarding address must be provided at the end of the Tenancy. This information may be passed onto the local authority, or to the Property suppliers of the water, gas, electric and telephone services. The Tenant should also contact the Post Office for mail to be re-directed to an alternative address.