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Clean all appliances, including the oven, cooktop, extractor fan, microwave, dishwasher, inside and out
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Little people’s bedrooms can quickly become messy. The best antidote to kid chaos is to get organised with fun and flexible storage
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• securing furniture or appliances to protect against earthquake risk or to make a property child safe installing dishwashers and washing machines
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Add a laundry basket if needed
From February 2021, tenants can ask to make minor changes to a rental property. This change was introduced so tenants can feel more at home in the property they are renting. Landlords can, however, set reasonable conditions.
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Check for and safely dispose of old/unused cleaning products.
Keep the floor clear with colourful baskets/tubs for toys, shoes, sporting equipment and so on Label containers and arrange frequently used items within easy reach Use clear hanging shoe storage to organise small items such as hair ties and toys
Spring cleaning a rental property
• affixing child safe latches to cupboards
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Minor changes
What meets the definition of a minor change? A minor change is defined as any fixture, renovation, alteration, or addition to the property that: has a low risk of damage to the property can be easily reversed (property can be returned to substantially the same condition) doesn’t pose a risk to health and safety doesn’t compromise the structural integrity, weathertightness or character of the property doesn’t affect anyone’s enjoyment or use of the property doesn’t require regulatory consent doesn’t breach any regulatory rules. What are examples of minor changes? Depending on the circumstances, examples of minor changes could include:
• installing a baby gate
• installing shelving • installing television aerials
• installing gardens when these can be returned to the original state at the conclusion of the tenancy
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WITH HARCOURTS Renting ISSUE 4 | 2022 Advice and information for tenants
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Empty and clean fridge, defrost the freezer if needed, discard expired food
• installing picture hooks. What is the process?
Clear out the pantry, remove expired foods and organise like items together
Tidy drawers and cupboards. Bin broken items, donate superfluous tableware and unused small appliances that are in good working order
Spring cleaning is a time-honoured way to banish winter blues and give your home a revamp.
Empty bathroom cabinets, removing expired medications and old cosmetics. Dispose of safely. Clean grout and replace broken seals around the shower, bath or basin Check washers in taps and toilet and replace if
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Harcourts property managers can provide you with a form for requesting a minor change on request.
Addneededavase of fragrant fresh flowers
CHILDREN’S BEDROOMS
Sell, donate or recycle unused or outgrown toys and clothes
SPRING SPRUCE UP
KITCHEN
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Clean all surfaces including work surfaces, cupboard doors and plinths
Dust blinds, light fittings, ceiling fans, floor/ceiling Cleanvents windows inside and out Wash soft furnishings – cushions, curtains and Cleanslipcoversdoorknobs, light switches, trims and picture Considerframes oiling decks and timber floors; have carpets and rugs professionally cleaned
• installing curtains and window coverings • installing internal locks provided they are compliant with relevant fire safety laws; and
A tenant must make a request for a minor change in writing and the landlord must respond to this request within 21 days. If the change is considered by the landlord to be more than minor, a landlord can decline if the request does not meet the definition of a minor change.
2. The mixture will bubbling and become sponge like. This is the yeast activating.
3. In a large bowl, combine the 2 cups of plain flour, salt and canola oil. Slowly add the yeast sponge to the dry mix. Fold together gently being careful not to overmix. There will be lumps, this is okay.
6. Heat a medium size pot of oil to 165ºC.
KAIRETI TE TIROTIRO NGA MIHI WHARE RETI RentHouseTenantInspectionThanks To celebrate Maori Language Week, our team will be challenging each other to learn our 5 most commonly used words! Maori Fried Bread WHAT YOU’LL NEED: OUR 5 WORDS TO LEARN:
PARAROA PARAI 2 cups Plain Flour ½ cup Water ½ cup Milk ½ Tbsp Sugar ½ Tbsp Dried Active Yeast ½ Tbsp Plain Flour 1 Pinch Salt 2 Tbsp Canola Oil Extra Oil for frying Extra Flour for dusting What better way to celebrate than with Maori fry bread!
5. Remove dough from the bowl onto a lightly floured bench. Roll to a 2cm thickness and cut into 6x6cm squares. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and leave to proof on the bench for 15 minutes.
7. Gently place dough in the hot oil and cook until golden brown
4. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and leave to proof in a warm part of the kitchen for approx 30-40 minutes. It should double in size.
Crispy & golden brown on the outside and perfectly fluffy on the inside – these fry breads are pure heaven in dough form.
1. Combine the water, milk, yeast, sugar and ½ Tbsp of plain flour in a bowl and set aside in a warm part of the kitchen for 10 minutes.
8. Once cooked, remove from oil and drain on a paper towel. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving Method
Tenants are responsible for keeping the property reasonably tidy and clean until the end of their tenancy, including the garden. Unless the tenancy agreement specifies otherwise, tenants are responsible for mowing the lawn and weeding the garden.
You may be considering starting a new vegetable garden, or adding a garden shed as we move into spring. New tenancy laws were introduced, making it easier for tenants to make minor changes to the property. However, tenants still need to submit a request to their landlord before making the change. While landlords are not permitted to decline minor changes, they can set reasonable conditions.
If landlords intend to come to the property to mow the lawns or maintain the gardens, they are not required to provide the tenant with notice. But, they do need to make sure that they are not interfering with the tenants’ reasonable peace, comfort and privacy. While not required, a heads-up that landlords will be visiting the property is good practice.
Tenant responsibilities
TENANTS AND LANDLORDS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR DIFFERENT TASKS IN THE GROUNDS OF A PROEPRTY.
Our team take the additional step of meeting with new tenants before the tenancy begins at the key handover to ensure tenants understand what's expected, and important sections of the agreement can be discussed. Removing trees and shrubs from your rental
Landlord
Landlords are usually responsible for pruning and maintaining trees, shrubs and hedges at their rental properties. This includes the removal of all clippings from the premises. It also falls under the landlords’ responsibility to ensure that any trees found on the property are safe. Including any trees damaged by storms or growing towards electrical lines.
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WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE LAWNS & GARDENS?
RENTAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Some trees or shrubs may require particular care to maintain. We recommend contacting your landlord/ property manager to seek permission to remove or prune the trees. Tenants should note that if they do this, they are responsible for removing the cuttings from the property. Making additions to the garden
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