Apartment for rent, Montréal (Le Sud-Ouest)

Hydro, internet, $2M home insurance, moving expenses

Before signing the lease:
1. Subject to presentation of a letter of employment or proof of income.
2. Subject to a credit check of the tenant (TransUnion or Equifax, at the tenant's expense) to the landlord's complete satisfaction and the tenant's consent to a payment history check with previous landlords.
3. The tenant consents to the landlord conducting an independent credit and payment history check with the Corporation of Quebec Landlords (CORPIQ).

Once the offer is accepted (steps to follow below):
4. The tenant agrees to pay a deposit by electronic transfer to KW Prestige or the landlord (within 48 hours).
5. Proof of liability insurance ($2 million) for the entire term of the lease.
6. Letter confirming the Hydro-Québec account transfer.
7. The tenant is responsible for complying with all rules and for all move-in and move-out fees required by the condominium corporation. Move-in fees will be paid directly to the landlord.
8. Prospective tenants must read and accept the condominium bylaws and are responsible for paying any penalties resulting from their failure to comply with these bylaws and the declaration of co-ownership.
9. Draft Quebec lease in English or French and consent form for email communication.

During the tenancy:
10. Tenants must pay rent by electronic transfer no later than the 1st of the month.
11. No pets allowed.
12. Tenants must not consume, cultivate, smoke, or vape tobacco, cannabis, or any other illegal substance in the interior areas of the premises, common areas, or on the property to which they belong, and must not allow anyone else to do so.
13. Renting via Airbnb or any other similar short-term subletting arrangement will be considered a breach of the lease.
Tenants are not permitted to sublet or assign their lease without the written consent of the landlord and the building management.

End of Lease:
14. Tenants are responsible for any costs incurred due to the loss of keys or access badges.
15. At the end of the lease, the property must be returned in the same condition as when it was moved in, including all fixtures and fittings and the condition of the flooring, except for normal wear and tear.
16. If the lease is not renewed, tenants are required to allow all viewings from prospective new tenants, subject to 48 hours' notice. This obligation also applies to viewings from prospective buyers if the property is put up for sale during the lease term.