Dear Rental Property Owner:

By investing in rental property, you have not only taken on a major financial responsibility, but an equally large community responsibility as well. The care of your property should reflect the standards and greater goals of the neighborhood. Protecting rental property from decline, increasing property values and improving the quality of life are objectives for all communities in the City of St. Louis.

This property owner’s packet is to be used as a tool to assist you in managing your rental property. Please review the packet and utilize any of its components. Of particular importance is the tenant screening process, lease, and rules of conduct for occupancy. This sample lease contains specific language addressing criminal activity and problem behavior. The more clearly tenants understand what you require of them in terms of their tenancy, the more likely you are to have a mutually beneficial relationship.

If you are not presently involved in your neighborhoodor or property owners association, please consider joining and attending the meetings. Networking with these groups can be a great benefit to you, offering assistance in dealing with tenant and management issues. It also provides you and other rental property owners with the opportunity for direct communication and problem solving abilities in conjunction with various organizations and the Neighborhood Stabilization Team. If you are not familiar with these organizations, your Neighborhood Stabilization Officer is happy to assist you.

Your participation in making St. Louis a better place to live is crucial and much appreciated. We couldn't do it without you.

In closing, thank you for your investment in our communities. For further information, please don't hesitate to contact the Neighborhood Stabilization Team at 314-622-4628.

Sincerely,


Francis G. Slay
Mayor, City of St. Louis



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