roommate agreement doc

Residential Co-Tenancy and House Rules Agreement

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed information accurately; ensure every roommate reviews the terms thoroughly before signing.
• Attach a copy of your primary lease agreement to this document to ensure all house rules align with your landlord’s requirements.
• Once signed, each roommate should retain a copy for their personal records to serve as a reference for dispute resolution.

Parties and Definitions

This Agreement is made on [Date] between the following individuals (collectively, the "Roommates"):

1. [Full Legal Name of Roommate 1]
2. [Full Legal Name of Roommate 2]
3. [Full Legal Name of Roommate 3]
4. [Full Legal Name of Roommate 4]

The "Premises" refers to the property located at: [Full Street Address, City, State, Zip Code].

Operative Clauses

1. Term: This agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and continue until [End Date] or until the termination of the primary lease, whichever occurs first.

2. Rent and Utilities:

   • Monthly Rent: Total rent is $[Amount], to be paid by [Day of Month]. Individual shares are as follows:
   • Utilities (Electricity, Gas, Water, Internet, etc.): Costs shall be [ ] Divided equally / [ ] Allocated as follows: [Describe allocation].

3. Security Deposit: Each roommate has contributed $[Amount] toward the total security deposit of $[Total Amount] held by the landlord.

4. House Chores and Maintenance: Roommates agree to maintain common areas in a clean and sanitary condition. A rotating chore schedule is [ ] Attached / [ ] To be determined.

5. Guests and Quiet Hours:

   • Overnight guests are permitted for a maximum of [Number] consecutive nights.
   • Quiet hours shall be observed between [Time] and [Time] on weekdays and [Time] and [Time] on weekends.

6. Smoking and Pets:

   • Smoking: [ ] Prohibited inside / [ ] Permitted in designated areas: [Specify].
   • Pets: [ ] No pets allowed / [ ] Pets allowed: [List specific pets and owner].

7. Dispute Resolution: In the event of a disagreement, roommates agree to attempt mediation before seeking legal intervention.

8. Early Termination: Any roommate wishing to vacate before the end of the term must provide [Number] days' notice and is responsible for finding a replacement tenant acceptable to the remaining roommates and the landlord.

Signature and Acknowledgment

By signing below, the parties acknowledge they have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the terms of this document.

Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Full Legal Name] Date: [Date]

Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Full Legal Name] Date: [Date]

Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Full Legal Name] Date: [Date]

Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Full Legal Name] Date: [Date]

Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general framework provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Users should consult with qualified legal counsel to ensure compliance with local, state, and municipal landlord-tenant laws.