House rule

In the common interest of all residents of this house as well as for a community and for the proper treatment of the property, we issue these house rules. It regulates the coexistence of all roommates in the house. We therefore ask you to comply with these regulations

Validity, meaning and purpose of the house rules

These are the house rules Apartments 55-1 to 55-3 and 57-1 to 57-5 and regulates the coexistence of all parties living under one roof. This set of rules is part of the rental agreement and is also available to all residents on the Internet for inspection.

The specifications of the house rules affect both the privately used area, the common rooms (attic, bicycle storage room and laundry room) and the outdoor area belonging to the property. Neighborhood law (BGB, §§ 903 to 924), the Tenancy Law and  Homeownership Act; these form the framework for the rights and obligations that apply equally to all residents.

These guidelines are intended to reduce the risk of injury in the house and on the property belonging to it, to ensure that the property is handled with care, to protect the respective interests of all parties and to enable harmonious coexistence.

All residents and the landlord can demand compliance with the house rules; the house rules may only be changed by the landlord, if all rental parties agree to a change. If a tenant violates contractually agreed regulations of the house rules, this can result in a warning from the landlord. Anyone who repeatedly and at short intervals disregards the rules of the house rules commits a breach of contract.

In serious cases, the landlord can terminate the contractual relationship without observing a period of notice after an unsuccessful warning. The tenant is liable to pay compensation for all damages incurred by the landlord due to non-compliance with the house rules and non-compliance with the reporting obligations.

quiet times and noise

These house rules establish quiet times to avoid noise disturbance to residents during the late evening hours and midday. Absolute silence does not have to prevail during this period. However, entertainment, televisions, radios or other sources of noise should remain at room volume. The guideline is noise pollution from around 55 decibels during the day and from around 45 decibels at night.

The legislature defines prohibited noise according to §117 of the Misdemeanor Law (OwiG) Noises that are avoidable and disturb the average person. Here it says: "Anyone who, without justifiable reason or to an inadmissible extent or one that is avoidable under the circumstances, causes noise that is suitable for causing considerable nuisance to the general public or the neighborhood or damaging the health of another person is acting contrary to regulations."

In detail

• Every tenant has to contribute to avoiding avoidable noise in the apartment, in the house, in the yard and on the property.
• Special consideration is required between 12.00:14.00 p.m. and 22.00:7.00 p.m. and between XNUMX:XNUMX p.m. and XNUMX:XNUMX a.m. During the rest periods, radios, televisions, CD players, etc. are to be used at room volume and playing musical instruments is strictly prohibited.
• In the case of celebrations for a special occasion, all roommates should be informed in good time.
• Refrain from using washing machines and tumble dryers if there is a risk that other tenants will be bothered.

Common areas

Common areas are those areas that are open to all residents Washroom, of bicycle storage, of Dachboden and stairwell.

In detail

• Front doors and the courtyard door must always be kept closed for safety reasons.
• The escape routes (house and courtyard entrances, stairs and corridors) must always be kept clear.
• During the cold season, windows in the basement, in the attic and in the stairwell must be kept closed.
• In the event of rain and storms, skylights must be closed and locked.
• As far as this is recognizable for the residents of the house, leaks and other defects in the gas and water pipes are to be reported immediately to the responsible utility company and the landlord.
• If you notice the smell of gas in a room, you must not enter it with the light on. Electrical switches are not to be actuated. The windows are to be opened, the main shut-off valve is to be closed immediately.
• The storage of flammable, highly flammable and odor-causing substances in the basement or in the attic is prohibited.

cleaning and winter service

The Cleaning the stairwellsr, of the common rooms and of the courtyard between the front doors and the courtyard door is taken over by a company every two weeks. The costs for this are passed on to the tenants. In addition, the following points must be observed:

In detail

• The house and grounds are to be kept in a clean and tidy condition.
• Feeding the pigeons is prohibited.
• The shop and restaurant owners are obliged to comply with the duty to sweep and clear in front of the house and in the parking lot.
• When watering flowers on flower boards and in flower boxes on the balcony and on the window sill, make sure that the water does not run down the house wall and drip onto the windows and balconies of other tenants.
• Garbage generated in the household may only be disposed of in the garbage cans and containers provided for this purpose. Waste dumped next to it must be removed immediately
• Hazardous waste and bulky goods must be disposed of separately according to city regulations and do not belong in the in-house garbage cans.
• The tenant must have bulky items picked up at his own expense or by the bulky waste disposal service.
• Garbage must be separated consistently and properly in accordance with official regulations.
• The apartment can also be sufficiently ventilated in the cold season by opening the windows.
• The communal laundry room, the attic and the bicycle cellar must be left in good condition.

fire regulations

All general technical and official regulations, especially the building and fire regulations (including the storage of flammable or combustible materials) must be observed.

Not allowed

• Open light and smoking in the attic and in the basement. The storage of flammable and highly flammable substances such as petrol, alcohol, oil, packaging material, fireworks, etc. in the attic and in the basement, as well as the storage of furniture, mattresses, textiles, photographic material, paint in the attic.
• Larger objects are to be set up in such a way that the rooms remain accessible and clear.
• Smaller items are only to be kept in containers (boxes, chests, suitcases).

The tenant is obliged

• To allow the chimney sweep to check the gas heaters and to clean the chimney pipes ending in the rented rooms.
• To allow the company Scheerle GmbH to check, clean and repair the gas heaters.
• Changes to flue pipes can only be made with the consent of the landlord, the responsible authorities or the competent master chimney sweep.
• In the event of a fire or explosion, take appropriate countermeasures and call the fire brigade (112) and to inform the landlord.
• Gas: If there is a suspicious odor, close the main shut-off valves immediately and contact Scheerle GmbH (+49 7131 177681 ) or Heilbronner Supply GmbH (+49 7131 564248 ) and to notify the landlord.
• In the event of a longer absence, close the shut-off valve on the gas meter.

Grilling

Not only do charcoal grills produce a lot of smoke that can quickly annoy neighbors, but the open flames also increase the risk of downtown fires.

• The use of charcoal grills is prohibited.
• Gas grills can be used on the private balconies.

Smoking

There is a smoking ban in the apartments, stairwells, common areas and facilities. If necessary, you can smoke on the private balcony. This is to protect the other residents from harmful cigarette smoke and prevent nicotine from penetrating the walls. 

Vehicles

Parking vehicles of any kind in the stairwell is prohibited Sto reduce the risk of tripping and to keep escape routes free. No bicycles, prams, push cars or scooters may be parked there.

• It is not permitted to park mopeds, motorcycles and scooters in the apartment, in adjoining rooms, in the stairwell or in the basement. 
• The communal bicycle cellar (55) or the cellar (57) can be used for bicycles, e-scooters and pedelecs.

antennas and satellite dishes

All apartments and shops are equipped with cable and telecom connections, which enable both television and radio listening and can also ensure access to the Internet. Therefore, the additional attachment of antennas or satellite dishes is prohibited.

parents and children

The parents are obliged to fulfill their duty of supervision and must also ensure that there is no romping in the stairwells (risk of injury).

In detail

• The tenant has to supervise his children adequately. Nothing may be spilled, poured or thrown out of windows, balconies or stairwells.
• Playing in the very small courtyard or on the balconies is permitted.
• Paddling pools may be placed on the balconies.
• It is important to ensure that pets brought with you are not left unattended in the public areas.
• Owners are requested to immediately clean up any contamination caused by their pets.

Tenant's duty of care

The tenant is obliged

• Keeping floors dry and treating them properly so that no damage occurs. The development of pressure points is to be avoided by using appropriate pads.
• Not to damage the gas, watering and drainage systems, the electrical system and other household equipment, in particular to prevent blockages in the sewage pipes and to keep the gas boilers clean and to prevent faults in these Scheerle GmbH facilities (+49 7131 177681 ) and to report to the landlord immediately.
• Keeping doors and windows closed during storms or absence.
• Not to waste energy and water.
• Carefully observe the regulations for the operation of gas boilers and water heaters.
• Handle and store all accessories and keys with care.
• To close the faucets, especially during a temporary water blockage.
• Always keep all water-carrying objects frost-free, in the event of severe frost, drain the water pipe and, if necessary, also the toilet bowl, cistern and other facilities.
• Keep doors and windows well closed during the heating period, even in unheated rooms. Restrict ventilation to what is absolutely necessary. When there is frost, the radiator valves must not be set to “cold” or “zero”.
• Basically, a tenant is not obliged to keep his apartment warm and cozy. However, he must heat so much in all rooms that radiators and water pipes do not freeze and that no mold or moisture damage occurs.
• Absence does not release the tenant from taking adequate frost protection measures.

When moving out

The keys are to be handed over to the landlord if the tenant moves out completely or partially before the end of the contract; even if he leaves objects in the rooms, but the intention to give up the rental property can be seen from the number and nature of the objects left behind. In this case, the landlord is entitled to take possession of the rented rooms before the final eviction.