Criteria for Rental – Dover Apartments

Equal Housing – We do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, sexual orientation or national origin and will comply with state and federal fair housing and anti-discrimination laws.

Occupancy Standard – A maximum of two (2) persons per bedroom are allowed. 

Age – Leaseholder(s) must be 18 years or older, unless head of household, Military under the age of 18 years, or a minor that has been emancipated.  All occupants 18 years or older are required to complete an application, even if living with parent or guardian.

Income – Gross monthly income of all leaseholder(s) must equal 3 times the monthly rental amount.  All income must be verifiable.  Income does not include allowance from parents, scholarships or study subsidies.

Employment – Applicant must 1) be employed with current employer for at least six months; 2) have current job and at least six months employment with previous employer; or 3) receiving retirement benefits, or any other verifiable and consistent income.

Self-Employment – Must provide the previous year’s personal income tax return and the previous two months personal bank statements as evidence of sufficient income.  Persons whose jobs are commission only or base salary plus commission, tips, or bonuses are considered self-employed.

Rental History – Previous rental history will be reviewed and no negative rental history will be accepted. Negative rental history is determined by:

• Failure to pay rent timely.
• Evictions filed within the last three years; prior evictions may result in an automatic denial of your application.
• Damages in amounts exceeding $1,000.
• Repeated disturbances, not related to circumstances protected under Victims of Abuse Women’s Act.
• Prior management references describing reports of drug dealing or manufacturing, gambling, or prostitution on the premises.
• Applicant may be denied for an outstanding debt or judgment to any prior landlord.

Credit – Credit Scores below 575 or no credit history may result in the requirement of an additional deposit or denial.

Criminal, Sex Offense, and Terrorist Database Check: We will check these databases for all occupants over 18.  We do not rent to any person convicted of violent crimes against persons or property; prostitution; domestic violence; involving the possession of weapons; or the manufacture or distribution of illegal substances. All are grounds for denial of an application.  Criminal offenses will be evaluated based on type of offence, how long ago you were convicted, your age at the time of offense, evidence of rehabilitation, and any other information you would like us to consider. Please provide details in writing along with any other supporting documentation you would like us to consider.