Common use of Pests Clause in Contracts

Pests. (a) The lessor warrants that pest control treatment has been carried out on the premises immediately prior to commencement of the tenancy. (b) Without limiting the lessor’s obligations under clause 66(a) or clause 21 of this residential tenancy agreement, the lessor shall, at its own cost and expense, be responsible during the term of the tenancy for the eradication of any infestations of rodents, vermin, insects, pests, birds or other pests present in the residential premises unless such infestation is caused by, or directly attributable to the actions of, the tenant or its subtenant. (c) Without limiting the lessor’s obligations under clause 66(b), and regardless of whether pest infestation in the premises is evident, the lessor agrees to, if so requested by the tenant, carry out an annual pest control treatment in the premises (but only if such premises are situated in the north of the 26th parallel of the state of Western Australia).