roommate agreement form template

Residential Co-Tenancy and House Rules Agreement

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed fields with the accurate information relevant to your specific living situation.
• Review all house rules with your co-tenants to ensure mutual agreement before signing.
• Print and sign two copies of this document so that each party retains an original for their records.

Parties and Property

This Agreement is made on [Date] by and between the following residents (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 parties agree to reside at the following premises: [Full Street Address, Unit Number, City, State, Zip Code] (the "Premises").

Operative Terms

1. Term: This agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and continue until [End Date] or until the lease agreement for the Premises is terminated.

2. Rent and Utilities:

   • Monthly Rent: Total rent of $[Amount] shall be divided as follows:
   • Rent is due on the [Day] of each month.
   • Utilities (Electricity, Gas, Water, Internet) shall be split: [ ] Equally among all roommates [ ] Proportionally based on [Specify criteria]
   • Utility payments are due to the designated payee by the [Day] of each month.

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

   • 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:

   • Guests: Overnight guests are permitted for a maximum of [Number] consecutive nights and [Number] nights per month.
   • Quiet Hours: Quiet hours shall be observed from [Time] to [Time] on weekdays and [Time] to [Time] on weekends.
   • Chores: Cleaning responsibilities shall be [ ] Rotated weekly / [ ] Assigned as follows: [List specific duties].
   • Smoking/Vaping: [ ] Prohibited in all areas / [ ] Permitted only in [Specify area].
   • Pets: [ ] No pets allowed / [ ] Pets allowed with written consent of all roommates.

5. Dispute Resolution: In the event of a disagreement, roommates agree to hold a house meeting to discuss the issue in good faith. If the dispute remains unresolved, the parties agree to seek mediation before pursuing other legal remedies.

6. Termination/Replacement: If a roommate chooses to move out before the lease expires, they must provide [Number] days' written notice. The departing roommate remains responsible for their share of rent until a replacement, approved by the remaining roommates and the landlord, is secured.

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]

Disclaimer: This document is a general framework and does not constitute legal advice. Laws regarding co-tenancy and residential leases vary significantly by state and municipality. Please consult with qualified legal counsel to ensure this document complies with your local jurisdiction's requirements.