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This document is intended to be completed by the tenant and landlord upon moving into the rental unit.  A copy should be made available to each and kept with the leasing agreement.

Inspection Checklist

Tenants:____________________________________________________________________
Unit Address:________________________________________________________________
Date:_______________  Date of Entry:_______________  # of Keys Received:____________
Landlord/Property Manager__________________ Inspecting Landlord:__________________
Date Vacated:___________   # of Keys Returned:_____________  Deposit $______________
Forwarding Address:________________________ Inspecting Landlord:__________________

Mark each item as follows:        / = clean and in proper condition;
NA = not applicable;
D = dirty or in disrepair (specify)
Inspect the property thoroughly and keep photo documentation of anything marked "D" in the report.

KITCHEN
___ doors/door casings
___ sink
___ sink fixtures
___ drains and stoppers
___ wall behind sink
___ range top
___ burner pans
___ range control panel
___ oven
___ oven racks
___ wall behind range
___ range hood and fan
___ hood filter
___ refrigerator exterior
___ refrigerator interior
___ cabinets exterior
___ cabinets interior
___ counters
___ windows
___ screens and storms
___ dishwasher
___ curtain rods
___ curtains
___ light fixtures and bulbs
___ disposal
___ floor
___ other _____________

LIVING/DINING ROOM
___ doors/door casings
___ windows and casings
___ screens and storms
___ curtain rods
___ curtains/drapes/shades
___ carpet and flooring
___ walls and ceiling
___ closet
___ light fixtures and bulbs
___ furniture
___ other _____________


MISCELLANEOUS
___ patio and driveway
___ sliding doors/casings
___ utility and linen closet
___ storage area
___ garage
___ fireplace and mantel
___ basement
___ porches or decks
___ heat and hot water
___ fire extinguisher
___ air conditioning
___ yard
___ door/window locks
___ mailbox
___ other ____________

BEDROOMS
___ windows and casings
___ doors and casings
___ screens and storms
___ curtain rods
___ curtains/shades/drapes
___ light fixtures and bulbs
___ closets
___ walls and ceiling
___ carpet and flooring
___ furniture
___ other ___________

BATHROOMS
___ sink
___ sink fixtures
___ vanity exterior
___ vanity interior
___ mirror
___ medicine cabinet
___ toilet
___ walls and ceiling
___ tile/flooring
___ tub and shower
___ shower curtain/rod
___ window and casings
___ other ____________

If unit has more than one bedroom, be sure to indicate which bedrooms are clean or in proper condition and which are dirty or in disrepair.
If unit has more than one bathroom, be sure to indicate which bathrooms are clean or in proper condition and which are dirty or in disrepair.

Include an explanation of any of the dirty or damaged items here:

 

 

 

 

 

Date and sign the document and keep a copy for your records.

 

 
     
 
The aforementioned information is provided as a general guide and is not intended to provide specific advice.  Readers should satisfy themselves that the information is accurate for their purposes and use.
 
     
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Tenant Landlord Association
UI Housing
City of Iowa City Neighborhood Services
 
           
 
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UI Civic Engagement Program
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UI Center for Media Production
 
 

project coordinated by:

The Stepping Up Project

 
 


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