For Blue Castle Residents
Tenant Responsibilities: Practical Checklist
Use this as a reminder alongside your actual lease and property rules.
The Short Version
Pay as required, keep resident-paid utilities active, report problems promptly, maintain reasonable cleanliness, use the property safely, follow occupant and pet rules, permit lawful access under the lease and keep written records. Your lease—not this summary—defines the specific obligations for your home.
Ongoing Resident Checklist
| Area | Resident Habit |
|---|---|
| Rent and account | Pay through an authorized method, review confirmations and raise specific account questions promptly |
| Utilities | Maintain required resident-paid services and follow safe provider procedures |
| Maintenance | Report leaks, damage, safety concerns and malfunctioning equipment early with useful details |
| Cleanliness | Keep the home reasonably clean, control trash and avoid conditions that attract pests or cause damage |
| Safety | Use appliances and systems as intended; do not disable safety devices or make unauthorized repairs |
| People and pets | Follow approved-occupant, guest, pet and assistance-animal processes |
| Access | Keep contact information current and follow lease procedures for entry, inspections and repairs |
| Changes | Obtain written approval before painting, installing fixtures, changing locks or altering the property |
Use DoorLoop for a Clear Record
- Save payment confirmations and review recent transactions.
- Submit complete maintenance requests with photos, location, access permission and pet information.
- Update an existing request rather than creating duplicates.
- Review relevant messages, notices and shared files.
- Do not send passwords, verification codes or full financial-account numbers.
Report These Promptly
- Water leaks, moisture, sewage or signs of rapidly increasing damage.
- Electrical hazards, missing or sounding safety devices, gas odor or carbon-monoxide concerns.
- Heating, cooling, plumbing or appliance failures covered by the rental arrangement.
- Broken locks, windows or other security concerns.
- Pest activity, unauthorized entry or conditions affecting neighbors or common areas.
Emergencies Require Immediate Action
Call 911 for fire, suspected gas, carbon monoxide, a medical emergency, an active break-in or immediate danger. A routine DoorLoop request is not a substitute for emergency services.
Your Lease Still Controls
This guide explains practical resident steps but does not change your lease, property rules, written notices or applicable law. Follow the documents and property-specific instructions that apply to your tenancy.