Smoking or Use of Illegal Substances

The following FAQ page will list different forms of acceptable evidence in order to issue a formal leasing violation for smoking inside or use of illegal substances onsite.

Smoking or Illegal Substances

Cannabidiol (CBD): Roommate and/or guests are prohibited from using, possessing or cultivating CBD based products, whether for medical or recreational purposes, anywhere on the Premises or on the grounds of the property where the Premises are located. (Page 7).

Tenant's Obligations: Unless otherwise agreed upon, the Tenant shall:not smoke cigarettes, cigars, pipes or any other tobacco or lighted product of any kind in any interior portion of the Premises, including any detached structures, and to pay the cost of any abatement, cleaning, fines, ductwork replacement that may be necessary as a result of Tenant’s failure to comply with this obligation. (Page 15).

Soft Evidence Description
General complaint  One or more formal complaints sent to Alcove directly from a roommate or landlord. This may be submitted in a support ticket or by emailing the support team. 
Messages  Screenshots of texts or messages indicating that a roommate or group of roommates are responsible for prohibited activities, sent through texts or instant messaging apps. Must include the date. 
Landlord inspection Details from a self-inspection report conducted by the landlord, indicating lease violations.
Hard Evidence Description 
Alcove inspection report Details from an inspection report ordered by Alcove, indicating lease violations and has been documented in the report. 
Photos and videos Photographs or videos serving as evidence of the violation. Photos must show that the violation is directly linked to one or more tenants. 
Police Report A formal police report with the name of offender and the illegal activity in their possession.