Tenant FAQs & Resources

• Rent is due on the 1st of each month.
• Rent is considered late on the 4th day, and a flat late fee (as specified in your lease) applies.
• A daily fee starts on the 5th day, not exceeding limits set by the Iowa Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act.

Use your resident portal via the AppFolio app or by visiting the online portal. Do not use the “pay balance in full” option if you have roommates. This pays the full balance for the apartment, not your portion. Overpayments will not be reimbursed, but can be applied to future rent charges.

Emergencies include:

• No heat

• Floods

• Clogged toilets (in one-bathroom units)

• Broken locks

Your keys and move-in packet will be left in your unit on your scheduled move-in day. Door codes (if applicable) will be sent via text on your move-in day. If moving in on a weekend, pick up keys in advance as the office is closed.

Contact these providers to transfer service into your name before moving in:

• MidAmerican Energy (gas/electric): 1-888-427-5632

• City of Iowa City (water/sewer): 319-356-5066

Security deposits will be refunded within 30 days, less lawful deductions. To receive your refund by ACH, go to “Contact Us” in your portal and request a notice to vacate using your lease end date as the move-out date. Each tenant must submit this in their personal portal. If no ACH info is provided, your deposit will be held for one year before being forfeited.

Subleasing is not allowed without written consent. Subleasing does not relieve you of liability.

You must obtain approval before bringing any animal or pet into your unit. Requirements include a separate animal agreement, vet records, and a refundable deposit. Unauthorized animals may result in damage charges and other penalties.

No. All Hodge properties are non-smoking. Candles, incense, open flames, and grills (including on balconies) are not allowed. Violations may result in damage charges and possible eviction.

There is a charge for lock out calls. Make sure you have your keys with you when maintenance or pest control enters your unit.

Pick up packages promptly. Food left behind will be disposed of with a $35 fee. For missing packages, contact the carrier first, then Hodge. Management is not responsible for any lost, stolen or misdelivered packages. All deliveries are made at the recipient’s own risk.

• Breaker reset: $35 minimum

• Clogged toilet: $35 minimum + $15 if plunger is left behind

• Garbage/food left in common areas: $35

• Key fob or garage remote replacement: $50

• Lock change: $90

• Smoke detector battery: $5