Can a provisional lease/application bind you to an residence?
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Can a provisional lease/application bind you to an residence?
I recently moved into a studio apartment and never signed a lease. When I inquired about it, they let me know the application I filled out was considered as a provisional lease, which I was not aware of when I signed it. Several months ago, I asked for a copy of this, as I did not keep mine, thinking it was just an application. No response. I inquired several times over the months I lived there about my lease, with no response. Recently I put in my 30 days notice, due to the horrible management, and they are now telling me I will need to continue to pay rent, along with all these fees.
Asked on August 17, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Colorado
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
whether or not the provisional lease agreement binds you to the rental that you have more than the thirty (30) days depends upon what the agreement states. As such, you need to get a copy of the document that you signed from the landlord and within it your answer will lie.
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