Half of all residential drug labs are found on a rental property, and the property owner is responsible for the decontamination costs. The tips on the page are designed to take some of the risks out of renting.
- Be sure to have all of your rental applicants complete a rental application.
- Take the time to meet each applicant personally, and require them to provide you with photo identification
- Make a note of any suspicious behaviors or appearances of the applicant
- Conduct a thorough background check of your applicants, including a criminal background check
- Be sure to get a damage deposit
- Require a lease agreement
- Make sure the applicant is aware that you will be visiting the property regularly
- Visit your property often and make a note if you see signs of a meth lab or any other illegal activity
- Ask your neighbors to help you monitor the property
Remember that if you suspect a met lab on or near your property, contact local law enforcement immediately. In Miami County or Peru, call either 911 or the Anonymous Meth Hotline at 800-453-4756