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Residential Co-Tenancy and Housemate Agreement

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed fields with the accurate information relevant to your specific living arrangement.
• All parties must review the document in full, initial each page, and sign the final signature block in the presence of each other.
• Keep a signed copy in a secure location; this document serves as a private contract between housemates and does not supersede your primary lease with the landlord.

Parties & Definitions

This Agreement is made on [Date] between:

1. [Full Legal Name of Tenant 1], residing at [Property Address] ("Tenant 1")
2. [Full Legal Name of Tenant 2], residing at [Property Address] ("Tenant 2")
3. [Full Legal Name of Tenant 3], residing at [Property Address] ("Tenant 3")

The "Premises" refers to the property located at [Full Property Address including Unit Number].

Operative Clauses

1. Term of Agreement: This agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and continue until [End Date] or until the lease agreement with the landlord is terminated.

2. Rent Obligations: The total monthly rent for the Premises is $[Amount]. The parties agree to contribute the following amounts:

   • Rent shall be paid to [Landlord/Property Manager Name] by the [Day] of each month.

3. Security Deposit: The security deposit of $[Amount] was paid to the landlord. Each party contributed the following:

   • Upon move-out, the security deposit refund shall be distributed proportionally based on these initial contributions.

4. Utilities and Expenses: The following utilities shall be divided [Equal/Proportional] among the parties:

   • Electricity
   • Gas/Heating
   • Water/Sewer
   • Internet/Cable
   • Other: [__________]

5. Household Chores: The parties agree to maintain the cleanliness of the Premises. A rotating schedule will be established for the following:

   • Cleaning common areas (kitchen, living room, bathroom)
   • Taking out trash and recycling
   • [Other responsibilities: __________]

6. Guests and Noise: Overnight guests shall not stay for more than [Number] consecutive nights without the prior consent of all other tenants. All parties agree to observe quiet hours between [Time] and [Time].

7. Smoking and Pets:

   • Smoking: [ ] Permitted / [ ] Prohibited inside the Premises.
   • Pets: [ ] Permitted / [ ] Prohibited. If permitted, the pet owner is solely responsible for any damages caused by the animal.

8. Dispute Resolution: In the event of a dispute, the parties agree to participate in good-faith mediation before seeking legal remedies.

Signature & Acknowledgment

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

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

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

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

Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general framework provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Laws governing residential tenancies vary significantly by jurisdiction. Consult with a qualified attorney in your local area to ensure this agreement complies with all applicable state and municipal housing laws.