Background Screening, Rental Criteria and Process
An Equal Housing Opportunity
Fair Housing Statement: We are a fair housing provider. We do not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, disability, creed, marital status, public assistance, ancestry, sexual or affectional orientation.
Business Relationship: The relationship between a landlord and tenant is a business relationship. A courteous and businesslike attitude isrequired from both parties. We reserve the right to refuse rental to anyone who is verbally abusive, swears, is disrespectful, makes threats, hasbeen drinking, is argumentative, or in general displays an attitude at the time of the unit showing and application process that causes management to believe we would not have a positive business relationship.
Occupancy: Maximum number of residents equal to two persons per bedroom.
Application Requirements: Your application must be filled out completely, accurately and clearly with blue or black ink only. An incomplete application may be rejected or not processed. Any misstatements or omissions made on your application, whether or not discovered before you move into the building, is grounds for denial of an application or termination of an existing lease. Information must be legible and verifiable.
Housing History: Applicants must have a positive housing history. We require the name and last known telephone/fax number of each landlord/property manager for each address you have had for the last three years.
Evictions Filings: Unlawful detainers or evictions may be a basis for rejection of an application.
Criminal History: Applicants who have a criminal history may be rejected.
Income: Rent can be no more than 35% of gross income (senior citizens no more that 50% of income). Income from all sources must be verifiable, reliable and predictable.
Credit: A positive credit history is required. (In cases where limited credit history is established, payment of first and last month's rent or the addition of a non-resident lease holder with positive credit history may be an option
Verification:Applications are subject to verification of income, rental history, criminal background and credit history - for information regarding your credit history you may contact: RHR (Rental History Reports) 7900 W 78th St. Suite 400, Edina, MN 55439. Telephone 952-545-3953
Identification/Photo ID: Each person 18 and over must be screened and must provide a photo copy of a government-issued photo ID.
Prelease/Security Deposit: Payment of ONE MONTHS RENT Prelease/Security Deposit for the apartment must be included on a separate check or money order made to Bristlecone Manor with the application. (If your application is not accepted by management, this check will be payable returned to you)
Application Fee: A $35 application fee for each person 18 years of age and older is required at the time you apply for the apartment. THE APPLICATION FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE.
The Lease: Leases are 12 months
Garage: Garages are available for a $30 per month additional fee
Management pays: Management pays the heat, hot and cold water, sewer and trash collection.
Resident pays: Resident pays the electricity (which includes AC) telephone, cable, internet, etc.
Pets: No pets are allowed except for caged birds and fish
Non-Smoking: Smoking is not allowed in the apartment building.