{"id":3147,"date":"2025-07-31T07:37:51","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T07:37:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/porvoonkodit.fi\/ohjeita-asumiseen\/"},"modified":"2026-02-13T10:53:55","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T10:53:55","slug":"ohjeita-asumiseen","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/porvoonkodit.fi\/en\/asukkaalle\/ohjeita-asumiseen\/","title":{"rendered":"Information About Living"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section id=\"g-5tj722b\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-m3 alignfull section-g-5tj722b gutentor-module gutentor-container-cover ukk-block\"><div class=\"grid-container\">\n<section id=\"g-et4xl4n\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-m3 section-g-et4xl4n gutentor-module gutentor-container-cover\"><div class=\"grid-container\">\n<section id=\"g-o112f64\" class=\"section-g-o112f64 gutentor-module gutentor-module-tabs gutentor-tabs-layout-horizontal gutentor-tabs-pos-top\"><div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"gutentor-module-tabs-wrap gutentor-tabs-style-fill\" data-id=\"g-o112f64\"><div class=\"gutentor-module-tabs-nav text-align-center-desktop text-align-center-tablet text-align-center-mobile\"><span class=\"gutentor-module-tabs-item gm-tt-g-o112f64 gutentor-tabs-nav-active\"><span class=\"gutentor-module-tabs-title\">Information About Living<\/span><\/span><span class=\"gutentor-module-tabs-item gm-tt-g-o112f64\"><span class=\"gutentor-module-tabs-title\">Tips and Instructions for Residential Living<\/span><\/span><span class=\"gutentor-module-tabs-item gm-tt-g-o112f64\"><span class=\"gutentor-module-tabs-title\">Participating Resident<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-module-tabs-body\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutentor-m7-tab gutentor-module-tabs-content gm-tc-g-o112f64 gutentor-tabs-content-active\">\n<section id=\"section-g-a9c2cn2\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-accordion gutentor-section gutentor-accordion-wrapper accordion-template1\"><div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"gutentor-block-header\"><div class=\"gutentor-section-title text-left\"><h2 class=\"gutentor-title\">Information About Living<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grid-row gutentor-grid-item-wrap\"><div class=\"grid-md-12\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-0\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Sauna<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">If your housing company has a sauna for the shared use of residents, you can book a sauna slot by contacting our customer service.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-1\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Laundry Room<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">If your housing company has a laundry room for residents\u2019 shared use, you can book a slot on the reservation list located in the laundry room.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-2\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Parking Spaces<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">If you wish to reserve a parking space in your housing company\u2019s parking area, please contact our customer service.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-3\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Club Rooms<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">If your housing company has a club room for residents\u2019 shared use, you can book the club room by contacting our customer service.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-4\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Home Insurance<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">We recommend our residents take out home insurance. Property insurance alone does not cover the resident\u2019s personal possessions. Home insurance covers damage caused to personal property. The bicycle storage and storage cages are also covered by home insurance.<br><br><strong>Additional security for residents from <em>AsumisPLUS<\/em> insurance<\/strong><br>Have you experienced water damage and the flat is temporarily uninhabitable? Did you slip in the housing company\u2019s yard, break your arm, or tear your coat? Did you leave your key inside your flat with the door locked and no one at home? These are typical examples of incidents for which you cannot always claim compensation from other insurance policies.<br><br>All residents have access to <em>AsumisPLUS<\/em> insurance. According to the terms, the insurance covers residents\u2019 medical expenses due to personal accidents, costs caused by a lost key, and accommodation disruptions due to sudden damage. <em>AsumisPlus <\/em>insurance is provided by Howden Finland.<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/howdenfinland.fi\/asumisplus\/\" id=\"https:\/\/howdenfinland.fi\/asumisplus\/\">Read more and apply for compensation.<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-5\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Water Charges<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">In flats with their own water meter, residents pay for water in accordance with their own consumption.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-6\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Internet<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">All <em>Porvoon Kodit<\/em> flats include a basic-level internet connection in the rent. The connection is activated via Telia\u2019s website, by visiting a Telia shop, or by calling Telia customer service at 0200 11611. If you experience problems with your internet connection, please contact Telia customer service directly.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-7\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Electricity Contract<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">It is the tenant\u2019s responsibility to arrange an electricity contract with the energy company of their choice.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-8\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Pets<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\"><strong>All family members are welcome in our homes \u2013 fur or no fur!<\/strong><br><strong><br><\/strong>Finding a flat with a pet can be challenging, but at <em>Porvoon Kodit,<\/em> all pets are welcome residents.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-9\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Resident Bulletins<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">Notices concerning your home are delivered in paper format to each household or posted on the building\u2019s notice board. You can also quickly follow current housing matters and information about changes via <em>Porvoon<\/em> <em>Kodit<\/em>\u2019s social media.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-10\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">DIY renovations<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\"><strong>Porvoon Kodit wants to offer its residents the opportunity to influence the functionality and interior solutions of their home. You can adapt your home to suit your lifestyle and needs.<\/strong><br><br>Residents have the possibility to carry out certain modifications in the apartment and on the yard area at their own expense. Please note that all modifications require written permission from the landlord before any work can begin.<br><br>We want you to feel at home and be able to decorate your apartment to your liking. In addition to furniture and textiles, surface materials play a significant role in creating the atmosphere of a home. That\u2019s why we offer the possibility for small-scale painting renovations in your rental home.<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/porvoonkodit.fi\/en\/tietopankki\/\">Detailed instructions for renovations and applying for permission can be found here.<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutentor-m7-tab gutentor-module-tabs-content gm-tc-g-o112f64\">\n<section id=\"section-g-n4zw40m\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-accordion gutentor-section gutentor-accordion-wrapper accordion-template1\"><div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"gutentor-block-header\"><div class=\"gutentor-section-title text-left\"><h2 class=\"gutentor-title\">Tips and Instructions for Residential Living<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grid-row gutentor-grid-item-wrap\"><div class=\"grid-md-12\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-0\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Fault Situation in the Flat<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">If a problem arises in the flat, please submit a fault report. In the evening and at weekends, urgent maintenance work is handled by the maintenance duty number. Check your building\u2019s maintenance duty number on the building\u2019s notice board or on the maintenance duty page.<br><br>The resident is responsible for maintaining their own furniture and other consumable parts in the flat. <em>Porvoon Kodit <\/em>maintenance takes care of the maintenance and repair of furniture and appliances that are permanently fixed to the flat. Our maintenance team offers help and services for living, and the prices for these separate services can be found on the Separate Chargeable Maintenance Work page.<br><br>More information about residents\u2019 responsibilities with regard to housing matters can be found in the <em>Porvoon Kodit<\/em> house rules.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-1\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Drain Cleaning<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">A bad smell in the bathroom can be due to a partially or completely blocked drain or a dried-out water trap.<br><br>With these easy methods, you can ensure that the bathroom and kitchen drains work properly and do not emit extra odours into the home.<br><br>If you have been away from home for a long time, run water down the drain.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-2\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Internet Connection<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">All Porvoon Kodit flats include a basic-level internet connection in the rent. The connection is activated via Telia\u2019s website, by visiting a Telia shop, or by calling Telia Customer Service at 0200 11611. If you experience problems with the internet connection, please contact Telia Customer Service directly.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-3\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Smoke Alarms<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">All smoke alarms will become the responsibility of <em>Porvoon Kodit <\/em>in 2026. The Rescue Act requires that there must be at least one smoke alarm for every 60 square metres or part thereof in each floor of a dwelling.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-4\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Household Appliances<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">The resident is responsible for appliances they have brought into the flat themselves. If the resident installs their own dishwasher, we recommend using a professional for the installation. The installation can also be ordered from <em>Porvoon Kodit<\/em> maintenance by calling our customer service. The maintenance and repairs of appliances permanently attached to the flat (e.g., fridge, cooker, extractor fan) are carried out by <em>Porvoon Kodit<\/em> maintenance.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-5\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Key Security<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">A key is a valuable item that must be stored carefully. Keys must not be marked with a name, address, telephone number, or any other identifying information that could link them to the residence.<br><br>If you need an additional key, please contact our customer service.<br><br>If you forget your key at home, you can order a door opening through our customer service or, during duty hours, from the property maintenance duty number. The numbers can also be found on the front doors of the property. Be prepared to prove your identity, as the door can only be opened for a person registered as a resident in the building register. Door opening is a chargeable service, and your building\u2019s maintenance company will invoice you for it.<br><br>If your key is stolen, report the theft to the police. If it is possible that the keys can be traced to your flat, contact customer service immediately.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-6\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Changing Light Bulbs<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">Changing the bulbs in all the flat\u2019s light fixtures is the resident\u2019s responsibility. In terraced houses, the resident also changes the bulb in the possible backyard light. If you need help changing a light bulb, you can order a paid bulb change from our customer service.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-7\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Ceiling Sockets<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">Ceiling sockets must be present in the flat upon moving in and may not be removed when moving out. If a resident removes a ceiling socket when moving out, we will charge for reinstalling it, as only a professional is allowed to carry out the installation.<br><br>There are both earthed and unearthed lamp sockets. When connecting, you must know the difference between an earthed and a crown socket. Improperly installed metal-frame lamps can become dangerously live.<br><br>Remember, installation of fixed light fittings must be carried out by a qualified electrician with electrical training!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutentor-m7-tab gutentor-module-tabs-content gm-tc-g-o112f64\">\n<section id=\"section-g-irkedww\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-accordion gutentor-section gutentor-accordion-wrapper accordion-template1\"><div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"gutentor-block-header\"><div class=\"gutentor-section-title text-left\"><h2 class=\"gutentor-title\">Participating Resident<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grid-row gutentor-grid-item-wrap\"><div class=\"grid-md-12\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-0\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Participating Resident<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\"><em>Porvoon Kodit<\/em> residents can influence matters concerning their own housing and promote comfort and maintenance in the buildings. Residents receive information and can participate in preparation and decision-making with respect to certain matters concerning their own building. Resident democracy is based on the Act on Joint Management of Rented Residential Buildings.<br><br>Residents can, through various collaborative bodies, provide opinions on the annual budget proposal, rent-setting proposal, annual repair plan, and the organisation of management and maintenance. At <em>Porvoon Kodit,<\/em> residents can participate in their own building\u2019s resident meeting and house committee, the annual major residents\u2019 meeting for all residents, the residents\u2019 committee, and association activities. Residents annually elect two resident members to the <em>Porvoon Kodit <\/em>Board. In addition, residents can select a trusted person from each building, who participates in the joint residents\u2019 committee for all buildings.<br><br>The trusted person of the building is the closest contact for the resident regarding their building\u2019s resident matters. You can find the name of your building\u2019s trusted person on your building\u2019s notice board.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-1\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Residents\u2019 Association<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">All residents of <em>Porvoon Kodit<\/em> buildings are welcome to become members of the residents\u2019 association and participate in its activities. The purpose of the association is to act for the benefit of those living in <em>Porvoon Kodit<\/em> buildings, develop residents\u2019 sense of community, and promote residents\u2019 leisure activities.<br><br>The residents\u2019 association draws up an annual action plan, which includes meetings as well as organising local events and excursions for residents. The association also aims to increase comfort in the buildings by organising clean-up events in the neighbourhood and offering opportunities for planting flowers in the yards. New members of the association\u2019s board are elected annually. <em>Porvoon Kodit<\/em> supports the association\u2019s activities. <br><br>The association does not generate profit or income for its members.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-2\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Resident Meetings<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">An annual meeting is organised in each building, to which all residents of the building are welcome. In addition, once a year, a joint residents\u2019 meeting is organised for all buildings. Invitations to meetings are delivered to residents\u2019 homes or posted on the building\u2019s notice board.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"rent\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-m3 alignfull section-g-csk5s5k gutentor-module gutentor-container-cover\"><div class=\"grid-container\">\n<section id=\"g-302tthp\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-m3 section-g-302tthp gutentor-module gutentor-container-cover\"><div class=\"grid-container\">\n<div id=\"section-g-wwkrlb1\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-e1 section-g-wwkrlb1 gutentor-element gutentor-element-advanced-text\"><div class=\"gutentor-text-wrap\"><h2 class=\"gutentor-text\">Rent Payment<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"section-g-sxas405\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-accordion gutentor-section gutentor-accordion-wrapper accordion-template1\"><div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-row gutentor-grid-item-wrap\"><div class=\"grid-md-12\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-0\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Payment Information<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">The due date for rent payment is the 4th day of the month. Rent is paid according to the annual rent payment summary form provided by the landlord, which contains information for the entire year. This summary includes all payments for the year, and separate monthly invoices are not sent. The tenant retains the same reference number throughout their tenancy.<br><br>The tenant can set up a direct payment agreement with their bank. In their online bank, the tenant can enable e-invoicing to receive the rent invoice directly in their online bank.<br><br><strong>Please note that due to changes in the EU Instant Payments Regulation, starting from October 2025, banks will automatically verify that the recipient\u2019s name exactly matches the account holder\u2019s name.<\/strong><br><br><strong>Porvoon A-asunnot Oy \u2013 Borg\u00e5 A-bost\u00e4der Ab<br>Kiinteist\u00f6 Oy A-Lukaali Ab<br>Porvoon Vuokra-asunnot Oy \u2013 Borg\u00e5 Hyresbost\u00e4der Ab<\/strong><br><br>Other regular fees, such as sauna and parking space fees, are paid together with the monthly rent. In properties where water is not included in the rent, it is billed separately four times a year. Other separately charged services are billed separately. These include, for example, door opening fees, flagging fees, and additional repairs performed by a maintenance worker.<br><br>The tenant is responsible for covering the cost of any damages or malfunctions caused by their own negligence. More information about separate charges can be found <a href=\"https:\/\/porvoonkodit.fi\/en\/asukkaalle\/huolto\/\">here.<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-1\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">Problems with Rent Payment<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">If you are unable to pay the rent by the due date, contact Porvoon Kodit\u2019s rent control as soon as possible to arrange payment: vuokravalvonta@porvoonkodit.fi. If your financial situation has changed, it is also advisable to check your eligibility for Kela\u2019s housing allowance and social assistance.<br><br>We charge late payment interest and a reminder fee for overdue rent. After the third payment reminder, we will take legal action to collect the rent debt and terminate the tenancy.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"rent\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-m3 alignfull section-g-0g2161p gutentor-module gutentor-container-cover\"><div class=\"grid-container\">\n<section id=\"g-6b32l2b\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-m3 section-g-6b32l2b gutentor-module gutentor-container-cover\"><div class=\"grid-container\">\n<div id=\"section-g-314sigg\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-e1 section-g-314sigg gutentor-element gutentor-element-advanced-text\"><div class=\"gutentor-text-wrap\"><h3 class=\"gutentor-text\">Porvoon Kodit House Rules in a Nutshell<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"section-g-bbzkjkz\" class=\"wp-block-gutentor-accordion gutentor-section gutentor-accordion-wrapper accordion-template1\"><div class=\"grid-container\"><div class=\"grid-row gutentor-grid-item-wrap\"><div class=\"grid-md-12\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-0\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">1. Common Areas<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">Exterior doors are kept open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Items may only be stored in designated areas. The laundry room is for residents\u2019 use according to the reservation list. Sauna facilities must be thoroughly cleaned after use.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-1\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">2. Apartments<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">Quiet hours are from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, during which neighbors must not be disturbed. Leaks in faucets, sinks, pipes, and radiators must be reported to the landlord immediately. No alterations may be made to the apartments or their associated areas without the landlord\u2019s permission. If the apartment includes a private yard, the tenant is responsible for its maintenance, including greenery and snow removal.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-2\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">3. Smoking<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">Smoking is prohibited in the apartments. Smoking is also prohibited in common areas.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-3\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">4. Beating Rugs and Bedding<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">Beating rugs and bedding is only allowed in designated areas from Monday to Saturday between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-4\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">5. Vehicles and Parking<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">Motor vehicles may only be parked in designated spaces. Guest parking spaces are for guests only for short-term parking.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-5\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">6. Pets<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">Koirat, kissat ja muut kotiel\u00e4imet on pidett\u00e4v\u00e4 ulkona kytkettyin\u00e4. Omistajan on huolehdittava el\u00e4inten j\u00e4t\u00f6kset roska-astioihin. El\u00e4inten \u00e4\u00e4net eiv\u00e4t saa h\u00e4irit\u00e4 muiden asumista.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item gutentor-single-item-6\"><div class=\"gutentor-single-item-wrap\"><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-heading\"><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon open-icon fas fa-plus\"><\/i><i class=\"gutentor-accordion-icon close-icon fas fa-minus\"><\/i><h3 class=\"gutentor-single-item-title\">7. Waste and Sorting<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-accordion-body\"><p class=\"gutentor-single-item-desc\">Residents are required to sort household waste into biowaste, mixed waste, waste paper, cardboard, plastic, metal, and glass, and dispose of them in the designated collection containers at the property\u2019s waste collection point. 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