Terms and Conditions

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The terms and conditions for student housing align with Costa Rica’s General Law of Urban and Suburban Leases (No. 7527), with two key exceptions tailored to benefit UPEACE students:

 

  1. Trial Month Option: This allows you to use the first month to evaluate your living arrangement and decide if it suits your preferences. The first month’s rent is either paid upon arrival or through prepayment if required by the landlord.
  2. Delayed Contract and Security Deposit: You can sign the rental contract and pay the security deposit starting from the second month, in accordance with the specific rental terms of each property. In some cases, a security deposit may be required as a prepayment to secure the accommodation, but the trial-month conditions will still apply.

For a clear understanding of the fundamentals of student housing, it is strongly recommended to review the document titled “Student Housing – General Information 2025-2026.” You can access it by clicking the “PDF icon” below.

Note: This document should be thoroughly reviewed as it outlines the terms and conditions for student accommodation

                                                                UPEACE housing policies and responsibilities

 

Homeowner’s responsibilities:

  • Abide by all public health and safety laws and regulations.
  • Make all necessary repairs as soon as possible.
  • Maintain the property in good condition.
  • Maintain all electrical, plumbing, heating and appliances and connections.
  • Keep all common use areas safe, clean and in good repair.
  • Landlords retain the privilege to conduct occasional inspections of the premises to verify the correct use of the property. This can occur once a month, with advance notice and in the presence of the student/tenant.
  • Not to disturb the use and enjoyment of the leased property. Always respect the student’s privacy.
  • Return the security deposit according to the refund policy. 
  • Provide payment receipts after each rent payment made by the student.
  • Provide the student with a lease contract from the second month of rent (after the trial month).

 

Student´s responsibilities:

  • Pay rent on time and currency agreed.
  • Pay a security deposit.
  • Notify the house owner of any major repairs that are needed as soon as possible.
  • Take reasonable care of the property.
  • Inform your landlord and ensure that any damage caused by you or your guests is properly repaired.
  • Always inform your property owners in advance if you plan to relocate or when your UPEACE program ends. This notification should be provided at least one month ahead (aligned with your payment cycle) and preferably in writing.
  • Not make any alterations/changes to the property/facility.
  • Use the rental property for the purposes stated in the lease.
  • Ensure all bills and utilities are settled before you leave.
  • Do not give your facility keys to anyone else. Doing so will be considered a violation of the rules.
  • Respect the rules of your homeowners and neighborhood where you live.
  • Read and sign the lease provided by your house owner and follow the guidelines described in the lease.

 

Housing assistant´s role:

 

  • The UPEACE Housing Assistant assists students with information related to housing options, availability, prices, and reservations.
  •  Recommendations are offered for students to make well-informed decisions. 
  • Students receive support with concerns regarding the interpretation of their housing agreements, particularly when they are in Spanish or when guidance is needed due to unclear or perplexing content within the contract.
  • Students are also assisted and guided in solving housing issues between students and homeowners when necessary.
  • The housing assistant will not serve as legal representation for either students or landlords. Instead, the housing assistant will function as a mediator or advisor as necessary in specific cases.
  • Neither UPEACE nor the housing assistant are responsible for situations that may occur with students who decide to stay with property owners outside of the UPEACE recommended options and database.
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