Preconditions to the Lease

The lease is conditional upon the landlord's full satisfaction of the following:

1. Employment verification: An employment letter (including salary, position, start date, and employment status), accompanied by the most recent pay stub showing year-to-date earnings.
2. Credit and rental history verification: A complete Equifax credit report.
3. Reference verification: Clause 9.2 of this Promise to Lease applies (the tenant consents to verification of payment history and provides references from previous landlords).

After Acceptance of the Offer:

4. Deposit: The tenant agrees to make the initial payment by Interac e-Transfer payable to Remax Platine in trust within 48 hours.
5. Insurance: Proof of civil liability insurance with minimum coverage of $1,000,000 for the entire term of the lease.
6. Transfer of utilities: A confirmation letter from Hydro-Québec indicating the account transfer.
7. Rent payment: The tenant agrees to provide post-dated cheques for the entire term of the lease or to make Interac e-Transfers on the 1st of each month.
8. Lease documentation: Standard Quebec lease form accompanied by a consent form for email communications.

During the Lease:

9. No pets: No animals are permitted on the property.
10. Non-smoking: Smoking, vaping, or cultivating tobacco, cannabis, or any other illegal substance inside the unit, in common areas, or on the property is strictly prohibited.
11. No short-term rentals: Any subletting such as Airbnb or similar arrangements is strictly prohibited and considered a fundamental breach of the lease.
12. Keys and access fobs: The tenant is responsible for any costs related to lost keys.
13. No sublease or assignment: Subleasing or assignment of the lease is prohibited without the prior written consent of the landlord and the condominium association.

End of the Lease:

14. Condition of the premises: At the end of the lease, the unit must be returned in the same condition as at possession, including all included items, with floors and walls maintained in good condition.
15. Mandatory visits: If the lease is not renewed, the tenant must allow visits by prospective tenants with 48 hours' notice. The same rule applies to prospective buyers if the property is listed for sale during the lease term.