Indiana Mandatory Rental Disclosures

1. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure

If this property was built before 1978, the following applies:

• Month2Month will disclose any known lead-based paint or lead-based paint hazards in the property prior to lease execution.
• Month2Month will provide all available records and reports pertaining to lead-based paint in the property.
• The tenant will receive a copy of the EPA-approved pamphlet "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home."

For more information: National Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD (5323) or www.epa.gov/lead.

2. Security Deposit

Deposit Limits

Indiana law does not impose a maximum limit on the amount of a security deposit. The deposit amount is specified in your lease agreement.

Permitted Uses

Your security deposit may be used for: unpaid rent; the cost of repairing damage to the property caused by the tenant (not including ordinary wear and tear); unpaid utility charges that the tenant is responsible for under the lease; and costs of cleaning necessary to return the unit to the condition it was in at the beginning of the tenancy (ordinary wear and tear excepted).

Return of Deposit

Pursuant to IC §32-31-3-12, within 45 days after the termination of the rental agreement and the tenant's return of possession, Month2Month will either return the full security deposit or provide an itemized list of damages claimed along with the remaining balance of the deposit.

Tenant's Obligations at Move-Out

• Provide a forwarding address in writing to Month2Month. If a tenant fails to provide a forwarding address, the landlord's obligation to return the deposit is suspended until the address is received.
• Return all keys and access devices.
• Leave the property in clean condition, removing all personal belongings and trash.
• Give proper notice of intent to vacate as required by your lease.

Disputes

If you disagree with any deductions, you may send a written dispute to Month2Month. If the dispute cannot be resolved, you may file a claim in small claims court (for amounts up to $10,000) or circuit court.

3. Landlord Identity and Address Disclosure

Indiana law requires that the landlord or property manager disclose to the tenant the name and address of the property owner and the property manager or agent authorized to act on behalf of the owner. This includes:

• The name and address of the owner of the rental premises.
• The name and address of the person authorized to manage the premises.
• The name and address of an agent authorized to receive notices, demands, and service of process on behalf of the landlord.

Your lease agreement contains the specific owner information, property manager contact information, emergency maintenance contact, and the person authorized to receive service of process for your property. Month2Month serves as the property manager for all properties in our portfolio.

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4. Smoke Detectors

All Month2Month rental properties in Indiana are equipped with operable smoke detectors installed in compliance with Indiana law. Pursuant to IC §22-11-18, smoke detectors are installed on each level of the dwelling and in the immediate vicinity of sleeping areas.

Landlord Responsibilities

• Install smoke detectors in compliance with state law prior to the beginning of each tenancy.
• Ensure all smoke detectors are operable at the time of move-in.
• Replace smoke detectors that have reached end of life or are malfunctioning when notified by the tenant.

Tenant Responsibilities

• Do not disable, disconnect, cover, or tamper with any smoke detector. Tampering with smoke detectors is a violation of Indiana law.
• Test all devices monthly by pressing the test button.
• Report immediately if any device is chirping, not functioning, or missing.
• Do not remove batteries.
• Pursuant to IC §22-11-18-3, tenants are responsible for maintaining smoke detectors after move-in, including replacing batteries, unless the lease provides otherwise. Month2Month assumes battery replacement responsibility — notify us if a detector requires service.

Carbon Monoxide Detectors

While Indiana does not have a statewide carbon monoxide detector mandate for all rental properties, Month2Month installs carbon monoxide detectors in all properties with fuel-burning appliances, fireplaces, or attached garages as a safety best practice. Treat carbon monoxide alarms with the same urgency as smoke alarms — if the alarm sounds, evacuate immediately and call 911.

5. Mold Disclosure

Indiana does not have a specific mold disclosure statute. However, landlords are required to maintain rental properties in habitable condition, and mold can constitute a habitability concern. Month2Month provides this disclosure as best practice.

Month2Month is not aware of any mold in the rental property that poses a health threat at the time of your lease. If mold is discovered during your tenancy, Month2Month will take appropriate remediation action.

Tenant Responsibilities to Prevent Mold

1. Ventilate your home: Open windows regularly, use exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens, and ensure air circulation.
2. Control moisture: Wipe up spills and leaks immediately, do not let water accumulate, and report any leaks or water damage to Month2Month immediately.
3. Use heating and air conditioning: Maintain reasonable temperatures and use climate control systems to reduce humidity.
4. Clean regularly: Regular cleaning prevents mold from establishing itself.
5. Report problems immediately: If you see mold, smell musty odors, or notice water damage, report it to Month2Month right away.

6. Bed Bug Disclosure

Indiana does not have a specific bed bug disclosure statute. Month2Month provides this disclosure as best practice for all Indiana properties to help tenants identify and prevent bed bug infestations.

Identification

Bed bugs have six legs and flat bodies about 1/4 inch long, ranging from red-brown to copper colored. They do not fly but move quickly over surfaces. They hide in mattress seams, box springs, bed frames, headboards, furniture crevices, baseboards, and wall cracks. They feed on human blood at night.

Signs of Infestation

Look for small blood stains on sheets, dark spots (excrement) on mattresses or walls, shed skins, and a sweet musty odor. Bites may appear as red, itchy welts in a line or cluster, though some people do not react.

Prevention

• Inspect your mattress, box spring, and bed frame regularly.
• When traveling, inspect hotel rooms and luggage before returning home.
• Do not bring used mattresses or upholstered furniture into the home without thorough inspection.
• Reduce clutter to eliminate hiding places.

Month2Month has no knowledge of any bed bug infestation in your specific rental unit. If Month2Month becomes aware of bed bug infestation during your tenancy, you will be notified immediately and professional treatment will be arranged.

7. Flood Zone Disclosure

If your property is located in a special flood hazard area as designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), or has experienced flooding, this information will be disclosed in your lease agreement or property-specific addendum.

Indiana experiences flooding from rivers, streams, and heavy rainfall events. Properties in designated flood zones are subject to special flood hazard conditions. For detailed flood hazard information, visit FEMA's Flood Map Service Center at https://msc.fema.gov/portal.

Tenant Awareness

• Know whether your property is in a FEMA-designated flood zone.
• Consider renter's insurance that covers flood damage to personal property.
• Sign up for local emergency alerts and know your evacuation routes.
• Do not store valuables or important documents in basements or ground-level areas prone to flooding.
• If flooding occurs or is imminent, evacuate if directed and contact emergency services.

8. Domestic Violence Protections

Right to Request Lock Changes

Pursuant to IC §32-31-9, a tenant who is a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking may request that the landlord change the locks to the dwelling unit. The tenant must provide a copy of a protective order or police report. Month2Month will change the locks within a reasonable time after receiving the request and documentation.

Right to Terminate Lease Early

A tenant who is a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking may terminate a rental agreement early under certain conditions, provided the tenant gives written notice and supplies documentation such as a protective order or police report.

Protection from Eviction

A landlord may not evict a tenant solely because the tenant or a member of the tenant's household is a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking.

Confidentiality

Month2Month will maintain the confidentiality of any information provided by a tenant who is a victim. Information will not be disclosed to third parties except as required by law.

Resources

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (TTY: 1-800-787-3224)
• Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence: 1-800-332-7385
• National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
• Indiana Attorney General — Victim Services: www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/

9. Sex Offender Registry Notice

Indiana law does not require landlords to investigate or disclose the presence of registered sex offenders near rental properties. This notice informs you of the existence of the registry so you can conduct your own research at www.icrimewatch.net/indiana.php or through the Indiana Sheriff's Sex Offender Registry at www.indianasheriffs.org.

You may also contact your local sheriff's department or the Indiana State Police for additional information about registered offenders in your area.

10. Furnished Property Disclosure

All Month2Month rental properties are provided fully furnished. All furniture, appliances, fixtures, and household items in the property are the property of Month2Month or the property owner and are provided for your use during the term of your lease.

Your Responsibilities

• Maintain all furnished items in the same condition as received, allowing for ordinary wear and tear.
• Use all items for their intended purpose only.
• Do not remove any furnished items from the property.
• Report any damage to furnished items within 48 hours of discovery.
• Do not repair or replace items yourself without prior written approval.

Damage vs. Normal Wear and Tear

Replacement Responsibility

• Tenant-caused damage: Tenant is responsible for the cost of repair or replacement (at depreciated value) of items damaged beyond normal wear and tear. Costs may be deducted from the security deposit.
• Missing items: Tenant is responsible for full replacement cost.
• Normal wear items: Month2Month replaces items that reach end-of-life through normal use.
• Appliance malfunction: If an appliance fails due to normal use or age, Month2Month is responsible for repair or replacement.

Cleaning Standards

The property must be returned in the same level of cleanliness as at move-in. Maintain the kitchen, bathrooms, floors, furniture, and linens in clean condition throughout your tenancy. If professional cleaning is required beyond what is attributable to normal wear and tear, cleaning costs may be deducted from the security deposit.

Inventory

A detailed furniture and household inventory checklist will be provided at move-in. Month2Month will document the condition of all items through photography. You will receive a copy of the move-in condition report.

11. Tenant Rights and Responsibilities

Your Rights Under Indiana Law

1. Habitable Housing: Pursuant to IC §32-31-8-5, your landlord must comply with all applicable building codes and housing codes that materially affect health and safety, keep common areas clean and safe, maintain electrical, plumbing, heating, and other systems in good and safe working order, and provide reasonable amounts of hot and running water at all times.
2. Privacy: Pursuant to IC §32-31-5-6, your landlord must give reasonable notice (generally 24 hours) before entering your unit, except in emergencies. Entry must be at reasonable times and for lawful purposes such as repairs, inspections, or showings.
3. Return of Security Deposit: Your deposit must be returned within 45 days after move-out, with an itemized statement of any deductions. (IC §32-31-3-12)
4. Freedom from Discrimination: You cannot be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, or ancestry. (IC §22-9.5 — Indiana Fair Housing Act)
5. Freedom from Retaliation: Pursuant to IC §32-31-8-6, your landlord cannot retaliate against you for complaining about code violations or exercising your legal rights by raising rent, decreasing services, or threatening eviction.
6. Repairs and Maintenance: You have the right to request repairs for conditions that affect health and safety. If the landlord fails to make essential repairs within a reasonable time after written notice, Indiana law permits the tenant to pursue remedies including rent escrow or lease termination under certain conditions (IC §32-31-8-5).
7. Protection from Unlawful Eviction: Your landlord must follow proper legal procedures through the courts and cannot use "self-help" eviction methods such as changing locks, shutting off utilities, or removing personal property.
8. Right to Written Rental Agreement: While oral leases are valid in Indiana, you have the right to receive written documentation of the terms of your tenancy.

Your Responsibilities

1. Pay rent in full and on time.
2. Keep the unit clean and sanitary.
3. Avoid damaging the property beyond normal wear and tear.
4. Promptly report maintenance issues, leaks, mold, pests, or safety hazards.
5. Allow reasonable access for repairs and inspections with proper notice.
6. Comply with all lease terms including occupancy limits, pet policies, and use restrictions.
7. Avoid creating nuisances or disturbing other residents.
8. Provide proper notice before moving out and return the property in clean condition.
9. Dispose of trash and waste properly and in a timely manner.
10. Use electrical, plumbing, sanitary, heating, and other facilities and appliances in a reasonable manner.

Resources

• Indiana Attorney General — Consumer Protection: www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/
• Indiana Legal Services: www.indianalegalservices.org
• Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
• Indiana Civil Rights Commission: 1-800-628-2909
• Fair Housing — HUD: 1-800-669-9777