Q: I am from Ottawa. Do I have to pay penalty for not preparing the unit for pest control, in case I’m not in country?
I am from ottawa,
I am not in country and landlord sends notice to prepare the unit for pest control,since, I am Not in country I was not able to prepare the unit,
Do I have to pay penalty for this?
A:
If you're not in the country and couldn't prepare your unit for pest control, your situation might be a bit complex. Typically, landlords expect tenants to comply with such requests, but since you were out of the country, you had a reasonable excuse.
You should explain your situation to your landlord as soon as possible. Communicate clearly that you were not in the country and thus unable to prepare the unit. Provide any evidence of your absence, if possible.
It's also a good idea to review your lease agreement and any local tenant laws in your area. Sometimes these documents outline specific procedures and penalties related to pest control preparations. Discussing this with your landlord might help you avoid any penalties.
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