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Residential Co-Tenancy and House Rules Agreement

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed fields with the relevant details for each party and the property.
• Ensure all residents sign the document in the presence of each other to confirm mutual understanding of the obligations.
• Keep a signed copy in a secure location; this document serves as a private arrangement between residents and does not override the primary Residential Tenancy Agreement held with the landlord or agent.

1. Parties and Premises

This agreement is made on [Date] between: Resident 1: [Full Legal Name] Resident 2: [Full Legal Name] Resident 3: [Full Legal Name] (if applicable)

The property is located at: [Full Property Address including Postcode]

2. Term of Agreement

This agreement commences on [Start Date] and shall continue: [ ] On a periodic basis (month-to-month) [ ] For a fixed term ending on [End Date]

3. Financial Obligations

3.1 Rent: The total weekly/fortnightly rent is $[], payable to [Name of Recipient/Account]. Each resident agrees to contribute the following amount: Resident 1: $[] Resident 2: $[] Resident 3: $[]

3.2 Bond: The total bond paid to the Residential Tenancy Authority (or equivalent) is $[]. Each resident has contributed: Resident 1: $[] Resident 2: $[] Resident 3: $[]

3.3 Utilities: Electricity, gas, water, and internet bills shall be split: [ ] Equally among all residents [ ] Pro-rata based on [Specify method]

4. House Rules and Conduct

4.1 Cleaning: Residents agree to maintain common areas in a clean and sanitary condition. A cleaning roster [ ] will / [ ] will not be implemented. 4.2 Quiet Enjoyment: Residents agree to respect the quiet enjoyment of others, specifically between the hours of [Time] and [Time]. 4.3 Guests: Overnight guests are permitted for a maximum of [Number] consecutive nights. Long-term guests (staying longer than [Number] days) require the unanimous consent of all residents. 4.4 Smoking/Vaping: [ ] Permitted in designated areas only / [ ] Strictly prohibited inside the premises. 4.5 Pets: [ ] No pets allowed / [ ] Pets allowed subject to the landlord's approval and the following conditions: [__________].

5. Termination and Vacating

5.1 Notice Period: A resident wishing to vacate must provide [Number] weeks' written notice to the other residents. 5.2 Replacement: The vacating resident is responsible for finding a suitable replacement tenant, subject to the approval of remaining residents and the landlord/agent. 5.3 Bond Recovery: The bond shall be refunded upon successful inspection of the premises and settlement of all outstanding utility accounts and rent.

6. Signatures

By signing below, the parties acknowledge they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms set out above.

Resident 1 Signature: __________ Printed Name: [] Date: []

Resident 2 Signature: __________ Printed Name: [] Date: []

Resident 3 Signature: __________ Printed Name: [] Date: []

Legal Disclaimer

This document is a general framework intended for use as a private agreement between co-tenants. It does not constitute legal advice. Users should consult the relevant state or territory residential tenancy legislation and seek qualified legal counsel to ensure compliance with local laws and specific lease conditions.