A break-in can be a stressful experience for tenants and they may feel unsafe after. Both tenants and Landlords have responsibilities which will help make each other feel more secure about the property.
According to the Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA), the contents of the rented property are the responsibility of the tenant, so it is important to have an insurance policy in place.
Meanwhile, the Landlord or Property Manager must provide a “reasonably secure” home. The Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 states, “The lessor must supply and maintain the locks that are necessary to ensure the premises are reasonably secure.”
Tenants are responsible for keeping the property secure, such as locking doors and windows and not lending keys to friends. Maintenance issues should be reported to the Landlord or Property Manager in a timely manner.
Locks must be supplied and maintained by the Landlord or Property Manager, while broken doors and windows must be fixed within 24 hours.
Immediately after a break-in, tenants should contact the police and notify the Landlord or Property Manager. Insurance claims should then be made for the stolen contents as well as any damages to the property.
Security can be tightened up by installing alarms, sensor lights, security screens and window locks.
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