What is included in my rent?
Paying rent gives you the right to live in a place and treat it as your home. If your building or complex has more than one rental unit, you also have the right to use the common areas. Common areas include things like laundry rooms, elevators, driveways, lobbies, and pools.
You also have the right to have the landlord repair and maintain your unit and the common areas.
Your rent can include other things, such as heat, internet, parking, cleaning, or meals. Make sure your rental agreement or clearly says what is included and what is not included. If something you thought was included is not in writing, you might have a hard time proving it if you and your landlord disagree later.
