roommate agreement form berkeley

Residential Co-Tenancy and House Rules Agreement

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed fields with the legal names of the tenants and the specific details of the rental property located in Berkeley, California.
• Review the house rules carefully with all roommates; you may add or strike through clauses to reflect your specific living arrangement before signing.
• Print one copy for each roommate and one for the master leaseholder or property owner, ensuring all parties sign and date the document to make it legally binding.

Parties and Property

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]

The Roommates reside at the premises located at: [Street Address, Unit #, Berkeley, CA, Zip Code] (the "Premises").

Operative Terms

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

2. Rent and Utilities:

   • Monthly Rent: Total rent is $[Amount], payable as follows:
   • Utilities (Electricity, Gas, Water, Trash, Internet) shall be split:
     • Equally among all roommates
     • Pro-rated based on [Define criteria, e.g., square footage or usage]

3. Security Deposit: The total security deposit paid to the landlord is $[Amount]. Each roommate has contributed:

   • Roommates acknowledge that the return of the deposit is subject to the terms of the Master Lease and the condition of the premises upon move-out.

4. House Rules:

   • Quiet Hours: [Start Time] to [End Time].
   • Guests: Overnight guests are limited to [Number] consecutive nights per month.
   • Chores: [Describe cleaning schedule or rotation].
   • Smoking/Vaping: [ ] Prohibited indoors / [ ] Permitted in designated areas.
   • Pets: [ ] No pets allowed / [ ] Pets allowed subject to [Specify conditions].

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

6. Termination and Replacement: If a roommate chooses to move out early, they must provide [Number] days' written notice and are 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 the terms set forth above.

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

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

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

Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general framework intended for informational purposes. It does not constitute legal advice. Because local ordinances in Berkeley, including rent control and tenant protections, are subject to change, you should consult with a qualified attorney or the Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board to ensure compliance with current local law.