Rental Criteria
The Company and this community
comply with all federal, state, and local regulations regarding
Fair Housing for all applicants and residents.
Paperless
Community
This is a paperless community. All
applications, lease agreements, related documents, and payments
must be completed, signed, or submitted electronically through the
designated online portal. Payments may be made using ACH bank
transfer, credit or debit card, electronic money order, or Cash
App.
Application
Verification Process
Our rental verification measures are
extensive and may include biometric identification verification,
document manipulation analysis, bank account validation, device
fingerprinting, real-time address verification, employer
verification, and enhanced credit and background screening.
Occupancy
Standard
Two persons maximum per bedroom.
(Exception: Child under 24 months of age, unless otherwise dictated
by state or federal law.)
Age
Requirements
Leaseholders must be at least 18
years of age. All persons aged 18 years or older are required to
submit an application for approval. Applicant(s) hereby consent to
the management company sharing Applicant’s nonpublic personal
information for the purpose of management receiving an identity
verification product in connection with their application. All
Prospects and Tour Guests aged 18 and older must provide current
valid ID to be scanned and verified in order to tour the Community.
Additionally, each Leaseholder and Adult Occupant must present
current valid ID at the time of move-in to be scanned and verified
before keys will be issued.
Income, Credit,
and Rental History Requirements
Third-party consumer credit reporting
agencies are used to verify applicants’ identity, credit, and
criminal history.
Applicants must have an acceptable
income and credit history. Acceptable credit history is based on
several credit reporting factors and is not solely based on the
applicant’s credit score. Applicants with an active bankruptcy,
which is considered open or filed within the last 3 years, may be
denied.
All applicants must have verifiable
positive rental history within the past twelve months. Applicants
with an eviction judgment(s) or outstanding rental debt within the
past three years may be denied.
While all leases require a standard
deposit or approved deposit alternative, a prospective leaseholder
with no established credit history, or unsatisfactory findings, may
have their application denied or require an additional deposit or
approved deposit alternative.
Non-U.S.
Citizens
All Non-U.S. citizens must complete
a Supplemental Rental Application for Non-U.S. Citizen and provide
copies of current passports, visas, or any applicable immigration
documentation.
Criminal
Our investigation includes criminal
background screening. It is possible your application may be denied
due to criminal convictions.
Income
Household gross monthly income, on
average, must equal 3x the monthly rental amount. Court ordered
support and other income sources require verification. Original
paycheck stubs reflecting at least 30 days of employment, the
previous year’s income tax return or quarterly statement, and/or an
offer letter of future employment, are acceptable verification of
income.
Employment
Leaseholder(s) must present evidence
of current employment with 6 months of consecutive, verifiable
employment. If self-employed, retired, or disabled, the applicant
must provide a photocopy of their tax return from the previous
year, a financial statement from a CPA verifying their employment
and income, or photocopies of the three most current bank
statements illustrating the ability to pay rent, plus verifiable
proof of self-employment, retirement, or disability. Persons who
hold commission-only positions or positions that include a base
salary plus commissions, tips, or bonuses are considered
self-employed. A Guarantor may be required if employment history
requirements are not met.
Guarantor
If a Guarantor is required for lack
of income or employment history, the Guarantor must be a U.S.
citizen, make at least 5x the monthly rental amount, and have
established credit.
Renter’s
Insurance
Leaseholder(s) must present proof of
renter’s insurance with a minimum of $100,000 liability coverage.
The policy must include:
- All leaseholders must be listed on the policy.
- Contain the insured address as stated on the lease agreement.
- Cover property liability for a minimum amount of $100,000.
- Contain both start and end dates.
- Add as an Additional interest, Interested party, or Certificate holder: [email protected]
- Add as an Additional interest,
Interested party, or Certificate holder:
Birchstone - Property Name,
PO BOX 19502 Irvine, CA 92623-9998
If no renter’s insurance is
provided, or if the coverage is insufficient, the resident will be
enrolled in our Damage Waiver program for a monthly fee.
The Damage Waiver program is not insurance. This
program only satisfies the lease liability coverage requirement to
protect the property. It does not cover the resident’s personal
property or living expenses.
Pets
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed per
apartment. Restricted breeds are as follows:
| Akita | Elkhound | Greyhound | Presa Canario |
| Chow Chow | Foxhound | Keeshond | Rottweiler |
| Dalmatian | German Shepherd | Malamute | American Bull Terrier |
| Doberman | Great Dane | Pit Bull |
Additionally, mixed breeds of these
dogs are also restricted. This list should not be considered
all-inclusive. Please remember some breeds have nicknames and most
have variations of their breed. Exotic animals and exotic rodents
are not allowed.
Date or
Apartment Number Changes
Any changes to the lease term,
move-in date, or apartment home selected may result in an adjusted
rental rate and/or approved deposit alternative. If applicable, the
income requirements must be met for the new rental rate.
Revised
08/21/2026