Landlord/Tenant Agreement
Who Should Complete This Form?
If you’re a rental property owner, landlord, or property manager, fill out this form to have MVEC automatically transfer electric service into your name when a unit is vacant.
How It Works:
- When a tenant ends their electric service, MVEC automatically transfers the account into your name.
- You’ll receive an email confirming the service is active under your account.
- Once a new tenant signs up, the service switches to them, and your account is deactivated.
- You’re only billed for electricity used while the service is in your name.
Why Sign Up?
This agreement keeps power on between tenants—so you don’t have to request service every time a unit turns over. It’s especially helpful for showings, cleaning, or maintaining security systems. Without it, power shuts off when a tenant cancels, and you’d need to reapply each time to restore service.
Third Party Notice – Why It Matters:
If a tenant’s service is at risk of disconnection due to non-payment, both you and the tenant will receive a notice—but only if this form is signed.
This helps you take quick action to protect your property.
MVEC recommends having tenants complete a Third Party Notice Agreement before move-in. It must be signed by both the tenant and the property manager to be valid.
Important Reminders
- Renters who participate in Energy Wise programs must have property owner approval before installation.
- If your rental is occupied, require tenants to contact MVEC to set up an account in their name. Standard setup fees may apply.
- When a tenant moves out, property managers or owners must transfer service back into their name right away to avoid interruptions.
- MVEC is not a party to your lease, so someone must always be responsible for electric service—there can’t be a gap in coverage.
- If power is disconnected, a reconnection fee applies to whoever re-establishes service (owner, manager, or tenant).