57-22-2. Definitions.
As used in this chapter:
(1) "Owner" means the owner, lessor, or sublessor of a residential rental unit. A
managing agent, leasing agent, or resident manager is considered an owner for purposes of notice
and other communication required or allowed under this chapter unless the agent or manager
specifies otherwise in writing in the rental agreement.
(2) "Rental agreement" means any agreement, written or oral, which establishes or
modifies the terms, conditions, rules, or any other provisions regarding the use and occupancy of
a residential rental unit.
(3) "Renter" means any person entitled under a rental agreement to occupy a residential
rental unit to the exclusion of others.
(4) "Residential rental unit" means a renter's principal place of residence and includes the
appurtenances, grounds, and facilities held out for the use of the residential renter generally, and
any other area or facility provided to the renter in the rental agreement. It does not include
facilities contained in a boarding or rooming house or similar facility, mobile home lot, or
recreational property rented on an occasional basis.
Enacted by Chapter 314, 1990 General Session
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