Rental Agreement Template Virginia

VIRGINIA RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT

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• Document ID: VRLA-2026-V1.0
• Version: 1.0
• Effective Date: [Date, 20—]
• Jurisdiction: Commonwealth of Virginia (Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act - VRLTA, Va. Code Ann. §§ 55.1-1200 et seq.)
• Operational Status: Production-Ready / Standardized Institutional Template

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1. PARTIES & PREMISES

This Residential Lease Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into on [Date, 20—], by and between:

• Landlord: [Landlord Legal Name / Corporate Entity], having a primary business address of [Landlord Address] ("Landlord"), and
• Tenant(s): [Tenant 1 Full Legal Name] and [Tenant 2 Full Legal Name] ("Tenant").

The Premises: Landlord hereby leases to Tenant, and Tenant takes from Landlord, the real property and improvements located at: [Street Address, Unit Number], [City], Virginia [Zip Code] ("Premises"), together with the following personal property, if any: [List Appliances/Furnishings or write "None"].

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2. TERM

The term of this Agreement shall commence on [Start Date, 20—] ("Commencement Date") and end on [End Date, 20—] ("Termination Date"), at 11:59 PM, unless renewed or terminated earlier in accordance with the provisions hereof or applicable Virginia law.

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3. RENT, FEES & PAYMENT MECHANICS

• Base Rent: Tenant agrees to pay to Landlord as base rent the sum of $[Amount] per month, due and payable in advance on or before the first (1st) day of each calendar month.
• Payment Destination: Rent shall be paid via [Online Portal / Direct Deposit / Designated Address: Landlord Payment Address].
• Grace Period & Late Fees: Rent is late if not received by Landlord by 11:59 PM on the fifth (5th) day of the month. Tenant shall pay a late fee of [10% of monthly rent / $50.00] pursuant to Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-1204(H).
• Returned Payment Fee: A fee of $50.00 shall be assessed for any check or electronic payment returned for insufficient funds (NSF) or administrative reasons.
• Pragmatic Application of Payments: Landlord shall apply all incoming funds first to outstanding late fees, utility charges, maintenance costs, and then to delinquent rent.

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4. SECURITY DEPOSIT

• Amount: Upon execution of this Agreement, Tenant shall deposit with Landlord the sum of $[Amount] (not to exceed the statutory limit of two (2) months' periodic rent pursuant to Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-1226) as a security deposit.
• Holding & Interest: The security deposit shall be held in an escrow account located at [Name and Address of Virginia Bank/Financial Institution].
• Return of Deposit: Landlord shall return the security deposit, minus any lawful deductions for damages, unpaid rent, or utility charges, within forty-five (45) days after the date of tenancy termination and delivery of possession back to Landlord, accompanied by a written itemized list of deductions.

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5. STATUTORY VIRGINIA DISCLOSURES (VRLTA MANDATES)

• Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: Housing built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. By signing this Agreement, Tenant acknowledges receipt of the federal Lead-Based Paint Disclosure and EPA pamphlet.
• Defective Drywall Disclosure: Pursuant to Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-1218, Landlord discloses that the Premises [ ] has / [ ] has no knowledge of defective drywall installed in the property between 2005 and 2008.
• Mold Disclosure: Pursuant to Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-1215, Tenant acknowledges obligation to maintain premises to prevent mold accumulation and to report visible moisture intrusion immediately.
• Methamphetamine Manufacture Disclosure: Pursuant to Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-1221, Landlord discloses that the Premises [ ] was / [ ] was not previously used for the manufacture of methamphetamine.
• Military Air Installation Notice: Pursuant to Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-1217, Tenant is advised that the Premises [ ] is / [ ] is not located within a noise zone or accident potential zone associated with a military air installation.

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6. UTILITIES & SERVICES

Tenant shall be responsible for arranging and paying for all utility services connected to the Premises, except for the following, which shall be paid by Landlord:

• Included by Landlord: [Trash Collection / Water / Sewer / None]
• Tenant Responsibility: Electricity, Gas, Internet, Cable, and all other utility connections.

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7. MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS & OPERATIONAL PROTOCOLS

• Tenant Obligations: Tenant shall maintain the Premises in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition, comply with all local housing codes, and promptly report any maintenance issues or structural defects to Landlord.
• Landlord Obligations: Landlord shall maintain structural components, plumbing, heating, and electrical systems in compliance with the VRLTA.
• Alterations: Tenant shall not make structural alterations, paint, or install fixtures, satellite dishes, or security systems without the express prior written consent of Landlord.

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8. ACCESS & INSPECTION

Pursuant to Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-1229, Landlord or Landlord’s agents may enter the Premises upon reasonable notice (at least 72 hours for routine maintenance; immediate entry permitted in cases of emergency) to inspect the property, make necessary repairs, or show the property to prospective purchasers or tenants.

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9. DEFAULT & REMEDIES

• Nonpayment of Rent: If Tenant fails to pay rent when due and the default continues for five (5) days after receipt of written notice of nonpayment and intent to terminate, Landlord may terminate this Agreement in accordance with Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-1245.
• Non-Compliance: For material non-compliance by Tenant with this Agreement or the VRLTA affecting health and safety, Landlord may issue a 21/30 day notice to remedy or vacate pursuant to Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-1245.

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10. GOVERNING LAW & MISCELLANEOUS

• Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed, construed, and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, specifically the VRLTA.
• Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
• Entire Agreement: This document constitutes the entire agreement between Landlord and Tenant and supersedes all prior oral or written understandings.

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11. EXECUTION & SIGNATURES

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Residential Lease Agreement as of the Effective Date written above.

LANDLORD: Signature: ___________________________________
Printed Name: [Landlord / Authorized Agent]
Date: _______________________________________

TENANT(S): Signature: ___________________________________
Printed Name: [Tenant 1 Name]
Date: _______________________________________

Signature: ___________________________________
Printed Name: [Tenant 2 Name]
Date: _______________________________________

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APPENDIX A: MOVE-IN CONDITION CHECKLIST

(To be completed jointly within 5 days of occupancy pursuant to Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-1214)

Tenant Acknowledgment of Checklist: Signature: ___________________________________ Date: _______________