The following FAQ page will list different forms of acceptable evidence in order to issue a formal leasing violation for unfairly occupying the common space.
Common Areas: Roommates are expected to take shared and equal responsibility for keeping the common areas of the dwelling clean, tidy, in good repair, and livable. Roommates are expected to clean up their own messes and expected to clean up after any guests, overnight or otherwise, that they may have. Failure to comply with the foregoing (in Landlord’s discretion) will result in assessment of a cleaning charge to be split equally among the roommates. Roommates must allow for mutual use of common areas, such as decks, garages, driveways, and yards, in an equitable manner. No roommate may claim exclusive use of any common spaces. (Page 3).
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Soft Evidence |
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General complaint |
A formal complaint sent to Alcove directly from a roommate or landlord. This may be submitted in a support ticket or by emailing the support team. Must include a specific tenant responsible. |
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Messages |
Screenshots of texts or messages indicating that a roommate or group of roommates are in violation of the lease, sent through texts or instant messaging apps. Must show the date and person responsible. |
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Landlord inspection |
Details from a self-inspection report conducted by the landlord, indicating lease violations. |
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Hard Evidence |
Description |
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Alcove inspection report |
Alcove vendor has found clear evidence of the violation and has documented it in the report. |
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Photos and videos |
Photos/videos submitted showing violations or evidence of such. Photos must be timed stamped. |