Summary of requirements & charges
When you choose to rent through Greener Rentals it is important that you understand and are aware of any and all charges that you may incur through the duration of the tenancy.|
Before Tenancy |
Fees / Conditions |
When required |
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Signed Terms & Conditions of Renting |
No charge |
Immediate |
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Proof of residency at current address |
No charge |
Immediate |
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Holding Deposit |
One week’s rent |
Once offer accepted |
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Current Passport and Visa / Work Permit, where applicable |
Original ID to be provided for Right to Rent checks |
Immediate |
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Signed Tenancy Agreement |
No charge |
Before tenancy commences |
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First month’s rent |
Agreed rent. Maximum one month’s rent in advance after the tenancy agreement is signed. |
After tenancy agreement is signed and before tenancy starts |
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Security Deposit |
Five weeks’ rent where annual rent is below £50,000; six weeks’ rent where annual rent is £50,000 or more. |
Before tenancy commences |
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Guarantor |
May be required subject to referencing and affordability. |
Before tenancy commences |
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During Tenancy |
Fees / Conditions |
When required |
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Rent payments |
Payable in line with the tenancy agreement. No rent to be requested, accepted or encouraged before the tenancy agreement is signed. |
During the tenancy |
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Gas, electric, water, council tax, TV licence, broadband or other utilities |
Payable directly to the service provider, unless included within the rent. |
During the tenancy |
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Interest on late rent payment |
Maximum 3% above Bank of England base rate, calculated annually on the overdue sum. |
Only once rent is 14 days or more overdue |
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Replacement keys, fobs or security devices |
Reasonable replacement cost, with evidence provided where required. |
When required |
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Change of tenancy terms, e.g. change of occupant |
£50 inc VAT, or reasonable costs if higher and evidenced. |
When change requested by tenant |
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Tenancy renewal / fixed-term renewal |
Not applicable. Standard residential tenancies are assured periodic tenancies from the start. |
Not applicable |
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After Tenancy / Ending Tenancy |
Fees / Conditions |
When required |
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Tenant notice to end tenancy |
Tenant must give valid written notice in line with the tenancy agreement and statutory requirements. |
When tenant wishes to leave |
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Early termination / leaving without giving the correct notice |
Tenant may be liable for rent up to the end of the required notice period, or reasonable landlord losses where a surrender is agreed. |
When requested by tenant |
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Company Licence Only |
Fees / Conditions |
When required |
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Holding / Administration Fee |
£450 (£375 + VAT) |
Once offer accepted |
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Security Deposit for Company Licence |
1.5 x monthly rent |
Before licence commences |
Out of Hours Emergency Contact Numbers
In the event of an emergency out of office hours, please contact one of the relevant contractors for assistance. Please let us know if you have had to contact someone!| Contractor | Contact Details |
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| LOCKSMITH | Craig Fensome 07939 007867 |
| PLUMBING / HEATING *** If your landlord has provided British Gas maintenance cover, you must only contact British Gas – 0845 9 500 400 or 0333 200 88 99 |
Clayton Parsons 07436464367 Chris Horn 07775 863181 Icehaus 07949 135925 |
| URGENT MAINTENANCE GUTTERS, BOARDING UP | Jake 07935 992775 Vlad 07869155418 |
| ELECTRICAL & ESSENTIAL APPLIANCE FAULTS | Whitco Electrical 07809 472229 Infinity Electrical 07919 074466 (Steve) or 07787 417374 (Paul) |
| ROOFING / GUTTERING | Abacus Roofing 07889 490115 Abington Roofing 07889 115196 |
Office Opening Hours
Monday to Friday ‐ 9am to 6pmSaturday ‐ 9am to 4pm
Sunday & Bank Holidays ‐ Closed
All reports of repairs should be sent to repairs@greenerrentals.com