Skip to content
×
Pro Members Get
Full Access!
Get off the sidelines and take action in real estate investing with BiggerPockets Pro. Our comprehensive suite of tools and resources minimize mistakes, support informed decisions, and propel you to success.
Advanced networking features
Market and Deal Finder tools
Property analysis calculators
Landlord Command Center
ANNUAL Save 54%
$32.50 /mo
$390 billed annualy
MONTHLY
$69 /mo
billed monthly
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime
×
Take Your Forum Experience
to the Next Level
Create a free account and join over 3 million investors sharing
their journeys and helping each other succeed.
Use your real name
By signing up, you indicate that you agree to the BiggerPockets Terms & Conditions.
Already a member?  Login here
General Landlording & Rental Properties
All Forum Categories
Followed Discussions
Followed Categories
Followed People
Followed Locations
Market News & Data
General Info
Real Estate Strategies
Landlording & Rental Properties
Real Estate Professionals
Financial, Tax, & Legal
Real Estate Classifieds
Reviews & Feedback

Updated 7 months ago on . Most recent reply

User Stats

44
Posts
22
Votes
Makan A Tabrizi
22
Votes |
44
Posts

Items in Common Areas

Makan A Tabrizi
Posted

I'm trying to update my lease for a 5 unit in Colorado. I'm currently allowing tenants to use their own lawnchairs in common areas. I've never had any issues with this but a thought occurred today. What if another tenant is using the same lawnchairs and has an accident? Technically they are placing the items in common areas with my approval. I'm guessing I'm accepting liability because I allowed this to happen? How can I address this in the lease to reduce my liability? 

This could apply to anything left in the common areas by one tenant that might potentially injure another tenant. I could make a blanket clause that says nothing, including bicycles, is to be stored in common areas but I want to make the place more welcoming and personal.

Thanks in advance for your input.   

Loading replies...