Rental Agreement Package

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

 LEASE AGREEMENT
TENANT REPAIR DISCLAIMER LETTER
LEASE ADDENDUM FOR DRUG FREE HOUSING
LEAD PAINT DISCLOSURE
INSURANCE DISCLOSURE TO TENANTS
PET RESPONSIBILITY ADDENDUM
KEY AGREEMENT
TENANT RESPONSIBILITY (PRIOR TO VACATING) AGREEMENT
ADDITIONAL TENANT/LANDLORD AGREEMENTS

ADDITIONAL AGREEMENTS

LEASE Agreement

THIS AGREEMENT made this______ day of____________________ 200____ by and  

Between ______________________________________________________________________________ herein called "Landlord”,  

And _________________________________________________________________________________ herein called "Tenant(s)." 

 Landlord hereby agrees to rent to Tenant the real property located in the City Of ________________________ State of _________  

described as follows: _________________________________________________________________________________________

Commencing on the______ day of_______________ 200___and monthly thereafter until the _______ day of______________200___ at which time this agreement is terminated. Landlord rents the demised premises to Tenant on the following terms and conditions:
1. Rent
   Tenant agrees to pay Landlord as base rent the sum of $ _____ per month, due and payable monthly in advance on the first day of each month during the term of this agreement. Rent must be received by 5:00 P.M. If the rent has not been received by 9:00 AM. on the second day of the month, then a FIVE (5-) day notice will be posted. No personal checks will be accepted, rent is to be paid in the form of money order, certified check, or direct deposit only. If rent is received on or before the first of every month tenant will receive a $___ discount for that month, tenant also qualifies for discount if they are on an automatic draft plan. 
2. Payment of Rent
   The initial payment of rent and security deposit under the terms of this Rental Agreement must be made in cash. There after monthly rent payments may be paid by certified check or money order, NO PERSONAL CHECKS. Time is of the essence and no excuses will be accepted. Rent shall be made payable to  MTI Properties, LLC ____________and delivered to Landlord by mail at Tenants risk to:  5020 Ferrell Pkwy., Suite-205 #210, Virginia Beach , VA 23462.  Any rents lost in the mail will be treated as if unpaid until received by Owner.
3. How Payments Are Applied
      Payments received will be applied in the following order of priority: First to any unpaid late fees or charges including maintenance, Second to any past due rent, Third to any current late fees, and last to the current months rent. Therefore it is possible to pay on the first and still face a possible eviction.
4. Appliances
   The house is rented without appliances. The above rental payment specifically EXCLUDES all appliances of any kind! Such appliances as are in the property are there solely at the convenience of the Landlord, who assumes no responsibility for their operation. Landlord agrees to remove appliances at the request of Tenant.
5. Rental Collection Charge
   Tenant hereby acknowledges that late payment will cause Landlord to incur costs not contemplated by this Rental Agreement, the exact amount of which will be extremely difficult to ascertain. In the event rent is not received prior to5:00 PM on the 5th of the month, regardless of cause including dishonored checks, Tenant further agrees to pay a late charge to Landlord equal to ten percent (10%) of such overdue amount, at the rate of  $____after 5PM on the fifth of the month. Neither ill health, loss of job, financial emergencies, or other excuses will be accepted for late payment. In addition, after the fifth day an unlawful detainer will be filed at the court house, Tenant will be billed a mandatory $100 administrative fee for the filing of this paperwork.
6.  Discount Program
      In exchange for setting up automatic checking draft for rent or paying full rent by the first, Landlord agrees to rebate a portion of the rent by ___________ per month provided sufficient funds are available in the designated account. In the event insufficient funds are available the entire rent will be due immediately without the on time rebate and the late fee will be based upon the full rent. Further, tenant will be responsible for any bank charges or fees as a result thereof. Rebate will be immediate for ACH payments and paid as a rebate within ten days if the early payment program is chosen. 
7. Use
   The Tenants agree to use the premises only as a residence for themselves and their children named _____________________________ and their pets named ____________________. Resident agrees to pay $100 each month for each additional person who shall occupy the premises in any capacity, as dtermined by Landlord. If Tenants fail to inform Landlord of additional people occupying property, the $100 per person per month fee will be assessed retroactive to the date commencing this Rental Agreement.
8. Pets
   There shall be no pets allowed on the rented premises except as may be granted by Landlord, in writing. Tenant hereby agrees that if found in violation, the rents due hereunder may be raised retroactive at the Landlords discretion. If pets are allowed by Landlord, Tenant agrees to render an additional security deposit of $___and additional rent in the amount of $______.  This consent constitutes a representation by the Tenant and consent by the Landlord for maintenance in house at said property, of the following described pet: 
The animal is a ______________________			 The breed is ______________________                                              
 The weight is not more than_____ pounds. 			The height is not more than_____ inches.
 The color is________________________ 			Its name is_________________________
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   The tenant is to be fully responsible for any damage to property of Owner or others that may result from the maintenance of the pet. Tenants agree to pay for pest infestation services after termination of occupancy. Said monies shall be the responsibility of the Tenant and shall be deducted from the Security Deposit.   Landlord reserves the right to revoke this consent on three days' notice to Tenant, if in the opinion of Landlord's employees, the pet has been a nuisance to other residents or has not been maintained according to these rules. In the event consent is revoked, Tenant agrees to forthwith discontinue maintenance of the pet, and failure to so discontinue shall be a breach of the Rental Agreement. Any animals on the property not registered under this Rental Agreement will be presumed to be strays and will be disposed of according to law, at the option of the Landlord.
9. Non-assignment of Rental Agreement
   Resident agrees not to Assign this agreement, nor to Sub-Let any part of the property, nor to allow any other person to live therein other than as named in Paragraph 7 above without first requesting permission from the Owner and paying the appropriate surcharge. Further, that covenants contained in this Rental Agreement, once breached, cannot afterward be performed; and eviction proceedings may be commenced.
10. Legal Obligations
   Tenants hereby acknowledge that they have a legal obligation to pay their rent on time each and every month regardless of any other debts or responsibilities they may have. They agree that they will be fully liable for any back rent owed. They also acknowledge that defaulting on this Rental Agreement could result in a judgment being filed against them and a lien being filed against their current and future assets and/or earnings. Unpaid rent will result in a lien being placed on all of the Tenants personal property contained within the premises. 
11. Attorney's Cost
   If court action is sought by either party to enforce the provisions of the Rental Agreement, attorney's fees and costs are the tenants full responsibility if the court finds in favor of the Landlord.
12. Repair Policy
  The first $50 of any and all repairs is to be paid by the tenant. The Tenants hereby acknowledge that they have been informed that the Landlord and/or his agents are not always available to provide support services to Tenants. If a problem comes up that should cost $50 or more to repair, then the Tenants must get in touch with Landlord as soon as possible, between 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. on Monday through Friday. After normal business hours, tenants may leave a message and someone will get back to them as soon as possible. Under no circumstances will Landlord be responsible for any improvements or repairs costing more than $50 unless the Tenants were given written authorization to make repairs or improvements in advance. All non-emergency repair requests must be submitted in writing. Examples of emergency would be flooding, electrical/ fire hazards, leaking roof. Tenants are expressly responsible for clogged toilets, clogged or slow drains, and damage caused by themselves or guests.
14. Security Deposit
   Tenants hereby agree to pay a security deposit of $_______to be refunded upon vacating, return of the keys to the office and termination of this contract according to other terms herein agreed. This deposit will be held to cover any possible damage to the property. No interest will be paid on this money and in no case will it be applied to back or future rent. It will be held intact by Landlord until at least fourteen working days after Tenants have vacated the property. At that time Landlord will inspect the premises thoroughly and assess any damages and/or needed repairs. This deposit money minus any necessary charges for repairs, cleaning, etc., will then be returned to Tenant with a written explanation of deductions, within fourty-five (45) working days after they have vacated the property.
15. Cleaning Fee
   Tenant hereby agrees to accept the property in its present state of cleanliness. Tenant also agrees to return the property in a condition as set forth by the move out inspection form, attached to and made a part of this lease agreement, or pay a $250 cleaning fee if Landlord has the property professionally cleaned.
16. Yearly Tenancy
  This is a yearly Rental Agreement, however if Tenant is in default on any terms of this agreement this lease will revert to a month to month lease at owners discretion. Any provisions in this agreement may be changed by the Owner including the monthly rental amount if Tenant is in default. Thus THIS RENTAL CONTRACT ESTABLISHES A YEARLY TENANCY ONLY! All parties agree that termination of this agreement without prior notice before will constitute breach of the tenancy as agreed on Page 1, and all Security Deposits shall be forfeited in favor of the Owner as full liquidated damages at Owner's option following termination without notice. Tenants must give 60 days notice prior to the end of the lease of their intention NOT to renew the lease for another term.
17. Tenant Cooperation
   Tenant agrees to cooperate with Owner/agent in showing property to prospective tenants, prior to termination of occupancy.
18. Removal of Landlord's Property
   If anyone removes any property belonging to Landlord without the express written consent of Landlord, this will constitute abandonment and surrender of the premises by Tenant and termination by them of this Rental Agreement. Landlord may also take further legal action.
19. Tenant Insurance
   No rights of storage are given by this agreement. Landlord will not be liable for any loss of Tenant's property. Tenant hereby acknowledges this and agrees to make no such claims for any losses or damages against Landlord, his agents, or employees. Tenants agree to purchase insurance at their own expense sufficient to protect themselves and their property from fire,flood, theft, burglary, breakage, electrical connections. They acknowledge that if they fail to procure such insurance, it is their responsibility and they alone shall bear the consequences. It is STRONGLY recommended that tenants obtain rental insurance!
20. Abandonment                                 
   Tenants who leave the premises unoccupied for 15 days without paying rent in advance for that month or while owing any back rent from previous months agree the Landlord and/or his representatives have the right to take immediate possession of the property and to bar the Resident from returning; Landlord will also have the right to remove any property that the Residents have left behind and store it at Tenant's expense.
21. Lock Policy
   No additional locks will be installed on any door without the written permission of Landlord. Landlord will be given duplicate keys for all locks so installed at the Tenant's expense, before they are installed.
22. Condition of Premises
   The Tenants hereby acknowledge that the said property is in good condition. If there is anything about the condition of the property that is not good, they agree to report it to Landlord, in writing, within 3 days of taking possession of the property. They agree that failure to file any written notice of defects will be legally binding proof that the property is in good condition at the time of occupancy.  A digital video recording of the property will be taken at the time of possession and retained with the Tenant file.
23. Inventory and Inspection Record
 Landlord warrants that all major systems will be functional and in good repair at time of possession. Light switches, wall plugs, doors, windows, faucets, drains, locks, toilets, sinks, heater, etc., will either be in working order or will be repaired once the Tenants have inspected the premises. Tenants are encouraged to report any necessary repairs, no matter how slight, in writing, but they are hereby advised that Landlord does not normally repair or replace nonfunctional items such as paint, carpets, etc., every time a property changes possession. Those items are scheduled for repair/replacement at regular intervals regardless of tenant turnover.
24. Tenant Responsibility
   Good housekeeping is expected of everyone. Tenant agrees to keep quarters clean and in a sanitary condition. The Tenants agree not to permit any deterioration or destruction to occur while they are occupying the property. They agree to maintain the walls, woodwork, floors, furnishings, fixtures and appliances (if any), windows, screens, doors, fences, plumbing, air-conditioning and heating, electrical and mechanical systems as well as the general structure and appearance of the property. Tenant is to replace the HVAC filter every thirty days. 
25. Alterations
   Tenant shall make no alterations, decorations, additions or improvements in or to the premises without Landlords' prior written consent, and then only by contractors or mechanics approved by Landlord. All alterations, additions, or improvements upon the premises, made by either party, shall become the property of Landlord and shall remain upon, and be surrendered with said premises, as a part thereof, at the end of the term thereof. The Tenants specifically agree that no tacks, nails, screws, etc., will be driven into the walls, nor will they be marred or torn by glue or tape. Tenants also agree that they will be responsible for and pay any damage done by rain, wind, hail, tornadoes, hurricanes, etc, if this damage is caused by leaving windows open, allowing stoppage and/or overflow of water and/or sewage pipes, broken windows or doors, torn screens, broken door and window locks, etc. or any damage caused while Tenant has occupancy.
26. Maintenance of Lawns
   The Tenants acknowledge that they are legally responsible for maintaining the lawns and landscaping and will be held liable for any damage caused by lack of water, abuse or neglect. There are to be NO vehicles parked on the lawn or any other portion of the property other than the paved driveway. In addition to the lawn, Tenants are to keep the roof gutters clean if the residence is so equipped. If lawns or gutters are not being maintained the Lanlord reserves the right, after a three day notice, to have them done by a contractor the cost of which shall be charged to Tenant. If the property is an apartment building, the Landlord will be responsible for lawn care and maintenance, not withstanding damage caused by Tenant which will be charged back to the Tenant.
27. Vehicle Policy
   The Tenants agree never to park or store a motor home, camper, trailer, or any sort of recreational vehicle on the premises and to park only______ automobiles, license numbers_______________________________ only on the paved areas provided. Junk cars, cars on blocks, non-functional vehicles, or unlicensed automobiles are not permitted on property. Removal will be at the expense of the Tenant. Tenants agree that any vehicle parked on unpaved areas may be towed and stored at Tenant's expense. Washing and oil changing of automobiles is prohibited.
28. Utilities
   Resident will be responsible for payment of all utilities, garbage, water and sewer charges, telephone, gas or other bills incurred during their residency, unless otherwise noted here,_______________. They specifically authorize Owner to deduct amounts of unpaid bills from their Security Deposits in the event they remain unpaid after termination of this agreement.
29. Roof and Termite Alert
  Tenant agrees to notify Landlord immediately if roof leaks, water spots appear on ceiling, or at the first sign of termite activity.
30. Non-liability
   The Tenants hereby state that any work or repairs that need to be done will be handled by competent professionals, unless Tenants are qualified and capable of doing the work themselves and doing it properly, in a safe manner that meets all federal, state, and local regulations. Tenants further state that they will be legally responsible for any mishap they either do themselves or done by others they may have hired. Landlord will be held free from harm and liability along with his agents and representatives. In the event that needed repairs are beyond the Tenants capacity, they are urged to arrange for professional help.
31. Disclosure of Landlord/agent
   The Owner is_____________________________________ and may be represented at various times by his employees or agents, who will carry identification. ________________________________________  is the manager of the property and authorized to act for and on  behalf of the Owner for the purpose of receiving and receipting for notices and demands and for the service of process and all other acts which Landlord could or would do if personally  present, including filing unlawful detainers, and writs of possession. Manager's address is ______________________________________________________________
32. Validity of Lease Provisions
   Any provision set forth in this Rental Agreement which is contrary to the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act shall be treated by Landlord and Tenant as void and as if it were not set forth herein. But all other provision of the Rental Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.
33. Phone
  The tenants agree to get a phone installed in the premises within 72 hours. Landlord will be given the phone number within two working days of installation and will be notified within two working days of any future changes in the phone number.
34. Access to Premises
   The Owner reserves the right to enter the residence at reasonable times to inspect, make necessary repairs, supply services or show it to prospective residents, purchasers, mortgagors, workmen, or contractors. Whenever practicable, a twenty-four hour notice of the Owners intent to enter shall be given to the Resident. The Owner may also display "for rent" and "for sales" signs on the building of which the rented residence is a part. This contract shall serve as notice that this property will be inspected monthly on ________________________.
35. Pest-Control Policy
   Owner will provide termite control once a year at owners convenience. Resident is responsible for any ongoing pest control service, if the Resident desires such a service. Owner is not responsible for any damage done to the Resident's person, or property by such pests, or to the person or property of Resident's family or any other persons on their premises. At the end of the lease period Pest treatment due to infestations of roaches, fleas, or rodents, shall be billed to the Tenant and deducted from any remaining security deposits.
36. Waiver
  All rights given to Landlord by this agreement shall be cumulative in addition to any laws that exist or might come into being. Any exercise of any rights by Landlord or failure to exercise any rights shall not act as waiver of those or any other rights. No statement or promise by Landlord, its agents or employees, as to tenancy, repairs, amount of rent to be paid, or other terms and conditions shall be binding unless it is put in writing and made a specific part of this agreement.
37. Legal Binding
   Tenant hereby states that they have the legal rights to sign for any and all other residents and to commit them to abide by this contract.
38. Terms
   In this agreement the singular number where used will include the plural, the masculine gender will include the feminine, the term Owner will include Landlord, Lessor; or Assigns, and the term Resident will include Tenant, Lessee.
39. Full Disclosure
   The Tenants signing this Rental Contract hereby state that all questions about this Rental Agreement have been answered, that they fully understand all the provisions of the agreement and the obligations and responsibilities of each party, as spelled out herein. They further state that they agree to fulfill their obligations in every respect or suffer the full legal and financial consequences of their actions or lack of action in violation of this agreement. Signature by the Tenant on this Rental Agreement is acknowledgment that he/she has received a signed copy of the Rental Agreement.

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Key Agreement

I, the undersigned, hereby acknowledge the acceptance of ___ keys to a house located 

at ___________________________________________________________________________

in the city of______________________ , state of___________

I have paid the required security deposit and agree to meet the following conditions:

1)To return the following key numbers at the end of the lease

2)If all keys are not returned at the end of the lease there will be an automatic re-keying charge of  $100

I understand that the failure to return the key within the time specified will result in the owner changing the locks. I understand the deposit will be used to pay for the expense of changing the locks on the above named house.

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Date_______________________

 

 Insurance Disclosure for Tenant(s) 

 

 

 
The Tenant(s) have been informed and do understand that the Landlord/Owner of the property they are renting/leasing from carries insurance on the building only. And that the Tenant(s) are required to protect their personal property from fire, theft or other casualty, and that the Tenant(s) will be responsible for purchasing their own renters insurance policy. A copy of the Tenants Renter policy must be provided to the Landlord within 72 hours of signing this agreement. Neither the Agent nor the Landlord/Owner of the property will be responsible for damage to the Tenant(s) personal property. 

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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR DRUG FREE HOUSING 

In consideration of the execution or renewal of a lease of the dwelling unit identified as

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In the lease, owner________________________________________________________________ and 

Resident  ___________________________________________________________________________

 Agree as follows:
 
1) Resident and any person on the premises with his consent, including but not limited to members of the 
Family and guests, shall not engage in activity, including drug related criminal activity, on the property 
premises. Premises for purposes of this rule includes not only rental unit but all other property 
Compromising the apartment community, including common areas and streets. “Drug related criminal 
Activity means the illegal manufacture, sale, distribution, use, or possession of an illegal drug.” 
 
2) Resident and other person on the premises with his consent shall not engage in any act intended to 
facilitate criminal activity, including drug related criminal activity, on or near the premises. 
 
3) Resident or members of the household will not permit the dwelling unit to be used for, or to facilitate 
criminal activity, including drug related criminal activity regardless of whether the individual engaging in 
such activity is a member of the household or a guest. 
 
4) Resident or members of the household will not engage in the manufacture, sale, or distribution of illegal 
drugs at any location, whether on the premises or otherwise. 
 
5) Residents and any other person on the premises with his consent shall not engage in acts of violence or 
threats of violence, including, but not limited to, the unlawful discharge of firearms, on or near the premises. 
 
6) A SINGLE VIOLATION OF THE ABOVE PROVISIONS SHALL BE A MATERIAL VIOLATION OF 
THE LEASE AND GOOD CAUSE FOR TERMINATION OF TENANCY. Unless otherwise provided by 
law, proof of violation shall not require criminal; conviction, but shall be determined by the landlord’s as 
Agent’s good faith determination that the above provisions have been violated. 
 
7) In case of conflict between the provision of this addendum and any other provisions of the lease, the 
provisions of this addendum shall govern. 
 
8) This lease addendum is incorporated into the lease executed between owner and resident and shall be 
effective immediately. 

 

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TENant Responsibility Prior to Vacating

Your rental residence has been inspected and is being delivered to you at the highest quality and cleanliness standards. We expect its return from you to be of the same. The following list is to help you meet this standard upon vacating and help guarantee the return of your security deposit.
 
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS MUST BE ACCOMPLISHED PRIOR TO THE FINAL INSPECTION:

1) Clean inside and outside of cupboards, cabinets, and closets in kitchen. All cabinets and drawers are to opened for final inspection.

2) Clean all counters and sink in kitchen. Ensure that garbage disposal does not have garbage remains in it(do not put hands in disposal.)

3) Clean exhaust fans and vents, replace filters if broken, bent or excessively greasy. Note:(In most cases, exhaust fans and vents can be dismantled to accommodate cleaning.)

4) Range hood, range hood light and switches must be free of all grease. Do not use harsh abrasives on painted surfaces.

5) Clean stove interior, exterior, accessible spaces underneath the burners, drip pans. Replace drip pans if they are rusty or burned. Clean oven racks and control knobs. If the stove is gas clean the broiler area.

6) Clean refrigerator inside and out and behind including drip pan, under refrigerator, all gaskets and shelves. Leave refrigerator on lowest setting. Defrost freezer if not frost free type.

7) Remove all nails, picture hangers, marks and handprints from walls and clean baseboards.

8) Clean light fixtures.

9) Dry clean drapes if furnished.

10) Clean venetian blinds if furnished

11) Professionally clean carpets.

12) Clean and strip all uncarpeted floors of wax and re-wax floors. The exception to this is no-wax vinyl floors; these should thoroughly mopped and free of grease.

13) Clean interior and exterior surfaces of windows readily accessible from the ground and interior surfaces of windows upstairs. All window sills and slider tracks must be dirt free. All screens and glass must be repaired or replaced.

14) Sliding glass doors must be cleaned inside and outside including door tracks and screens.

15) Washers and dryers (if furnished): clean filters, fabric softener dispenser and inside/outside of machines. Turn off water faucets to washing machine and disconnect dryer from electric outlet.

16) Change air conditioner filter; air vents must be clean and dust free. If heat/air system is in an accessible area or closet, clean unit and closet area.

17)  If you had a pet in your home you must fumigate for flees.  Receipt for fumigation services will be required at time of check-out.

18) Bathroom fixtures must be free of soap deposit and polished.

19) Remove soap film, mildew sediment and stains from tub, toilet, sink and shower. If you have a fiberglass shower do not use abrasive cleaners.

20) All floors are to be clean including baseboards.

21) Bathroom exhaust fan must be clean and dust free.

22) Cut and trim lawns, walkways and hedges if house or duplex. Weed all gardens, cracks in sidewalks, and driveways. Lawn area must appear uniform and neat, free of trash and debris. Damaged yard areas must be restored.

23) Clean patios, storage sheds, attics.

24) Clean garage and/or carport.

24) All trash, debris garbage will be removed from the premises (interior/exterior) prior to final checkout.

Note: The cost of labor and materials for cleaning and repairing dwelling, will be deducted from the Security Deposit if the above provisions are not complied with. The deposit will be refunded by mail to the forwarding address you leave with us, within thirty days of the day you vacate.

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TENANT REPAIR DISCLAIMER LETTER

To Whom It May Concern:
	
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 Here after known as the tenant (s), hereby states and guarantees that all work performed by himself/herself/themselves and/or any guests, employees, or independent contractors and subcontractors he/she/they may retain, shall be done only with the proper permits from all relevant state, local, or federal agencies and shall conform to all state, local, and federal building codes.

 Tenant (s) further state (s) that all work shall be done at his/her/their own expense and risk. The tenant (s) shall bear all liability for any charges for labor, materials, fees, legal charges.

The owner of the property at __________________________________________________________                                                                                                                        shall absolutely have no responsibility or liability for any materials, labor, legal fees, or any other costs or fees. 

No expense shall be incurred by tenant (s) _____________________________________________ which could result in a lien being placed against the property or any claim or legal action made against the owner_______________________________________ or any managers or representatives of the owner. In the event of any legal action,________ ___________, the tenant (s) shall bear full responsibility for the owner’s ______________________________
entire costs and legal fees. 

The tenant (s) ___________________________________ and not the owner_______________________________ shall be fully responsible and liable for all mishaps or accidents and/or any claims arising therefrom, although any improvements become the property of the owner.

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PET RESPONSIBILITY ADDENDUM

SPECIAL PET RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE ADDENDUM TO LEASE ON PREMISES LOCATED AT
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IT IS HEREBY AGREED BY AND BETWEEN LANDLORD AND TENANT THAT LANDLORD WILL ALLOW TENANT TO HAVE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PET, AND NO OTHERS, IN THE LEASED PREMISES UPON AND SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS LEASE AND THIS ADDENDUM, AND TENANT HEREBY AGREES TO COMPLY THEREWITH.
1. Description of Pet
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2. The pet shall not be allowed out of the leased premises unless it is in the custody of the responsible person and on a leash, unless the yard is fenced.
3. The pet shall not be curbed on shrubbery; flowers of small trees and Tenant will pick up pet's waste, and dispose of same.
4. Tenant will be responsible and will pay for any damages or destruction caused by the pet to the leased premises, appurtenances, and furnishings or other property of Landlord, building and surrounding areas, such responsibility and liability of Tenant to include the repair of damaged items to their former condition and/or replacement where necessary, in the sole opinion of landlord.
5. Tenant agrees to put the pet out for board or otherwise remove the pet from the premises for the balance of the lease term, if the pet is or becomes a nuisance or annoyance or interferes with the rights or enjoyment of other tenants, or surrounding property owners, because of any noises or smells emanating from the pet, or damage by the pet, or if Landlord shall subsequently revoke this consent.
6. If requested, Tenant will furnish Landlord with a copy of a comprehensive Personal Liability Policy covering any loss or injury to Landlord, and to any tenants, visitors, invitees, or employees in the building or other areas.
7. Tenant acknowledges and agrees that Landlord may revoke this consent and/or amend and change Landlord's rules and Regulations, including any pertaining to pets, without prior notice to Tenant and at any time, and Tenant shall abide by such amendments or changes.   
8. In consideration for the privilege of keeping such Pet, Tenant hereby deposits a non-refundable pet fee of 
$______________ under this lease, and Tenant further agrees to pay an additional $_______________ per month rental while the pet is in the leased premises.
9. Residents who have signed a Pet Agreement must observe the following:
	1. Do not allow pet to run free.
	2. Do not allow your pet to create a disturbance or defecate on or around building, without cleaning it up.
	3. Flea bomb the premises twice prior to vacating and provide agent with paid receipt.
	4. Shampoo and deodorize all carpets prior to vacating the premises and provide agent with paid receipt.

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