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Residential Co-Tenancy and House Rules Agreement

Instructions for Use

• All co-tenants must review this document in its entirety and reach a consensus on all blank fields before signing.
• Once signed, each party should retain a digital or physical copy for their personal records to resolve future disputes.
• This document is intended to supplement, not replace, your formal lease agreement with your landlord; ensure no terms here contradict your primary lease.

Parties and Property

This agreement is entered into on [Date] by and between the following residents of the property located at [Full Property Address]:

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

Operative Terms

1. Rent and Utilities: Monthly rent in the amount of $[] shall be paid by each tenant by the [] day of each month. Utilities (electricity, water, internet, gas) shall be split [ ] equally [ ] by usage, and paid by [Full Legal Name of Primary Payer] no later than [__________] days after the bill is received.

2. Security Deposit: The total security deposit of $[] was paid to the landlord. Each tenant contributed $[] toward this amount. Upon move-out, any refundable portion shall be returned to the tenants in proportion to their initial contribution, minus deductions for damages caused by specific tenants.

3. Common Areas: All common areas, including the [], [], and [], must be kept free of personal belongings. A cleaning schedule shall be maintained as follows: [].

4. Guests and Quiet Hours: Overnight guests are permitted for a maximum of [] nights per month. Quiet hours are observed between [] PM and [] AM on weekdays, and [] PM and [__________] AM on weekends.

5. Pets: [ ] No pets are permitted. [ ] Pets are permitted under the following conditions: [__________].

6. Conflict Resolution: In the event of a dispute, tenants agree to hold a house meeting within [] hours to discuss the issue in good faith. If a resolution cannot be reached, the parties agree to [].

7. Termination and Subletting: No tenant may sublet their portion of the premises without the written consent of all other tenants and the landlord. A tenant wishing to move out early must provide [__________] days' written notice and is responsible for finding a replacement tenant acceptable to the remaining residents.

Signature and Acknowledgment

By signing below, each party acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the terms set forth in this document.

Tenant 1: __________ | Printed Name: [] | Date: [] Tenant 2: __________ | Printed Name: [] | Date: [] Tenant 3: __________ | Printed Name: [] | Date: [] Tenant 4: __________ | Printed Name: [] | Date: []

Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general framework intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Laws regarding co-tenancy and residential leases vary significantly by state and municipality. Consult with qualified legal counsel in your jurisdiction to ensure this document complies with local ordinances and your specific lease agreement.