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roommate agreement rules

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Standard Operating Procedure

Registry ID: TR-ROOMMATE

Residential Co-Tenancy Shared Living Arrangement

Instructions for Use

Complete all bracketed fields accurately, ensuring that all co-tenants have reviewed the document in full before signing.
Attach a copy of the master lease agreement to this document to ensure all house rules align with the obligations owed to the property owner.
Distribute a signed copy to every party involved and keep the original in a secure, accessible location.

Parties and Definitions

This agreement is entered into on [Date] by and between:

[Full Legal Name of Tenant 1], residing at [Property Address]
[Full Legal Name of Tenant 2], residing at [Property Address]
[Full Legal Name of Tenant 3], residing at [Property Address]

The "Premises" refers to the residential unit located at [Full Street Address, City, State, Zip Code]. The "Master Lease" refers to the primary rental agreement signed with the property owner/landlord.

Operative Clauses

Rent and Utilities: Rent in the amount of $[Amount] shall be paid by each tenant by the [Day] of each month. Utilities (including [Water/Gas/Electric/Internet/Trash]) shall be split [Equally / Pro-rata based on room size] and paid by the [Day] of each month.
Security Deposit: Each tenant contributed $[Amount] toward the total security deposit of $[Total Amount]. In the event of damages beyond normal wear and tear, costs will be deducted from the responsible party's share or split equally if liability cannot be determined.
House Maintenance: All common areas must be kept clean. Dishes shall be washed within [Number] hours of use. Trash shall be taken out on [Day of week].
Quiet Hours: Quiet hours are observed from [Start Time] to [End Time] on weekdays and [Start Time] to [End Time] on weekends.
Guests and Visitors: Overnight guests are permitted for a maximum of [Number] nights per month. Any guest staying longer requires the unanimous written consent of all co-tenants.
Smoking and Pets: Smoking [is / is not] permitted inside the Premises. Pets [are / are not] allowed. If permitted, the pet owner assumes full liability for damages and cleaning costs.
Conflict Resolution: In the event of a dispute, tenants agree to hold a house meeting within [Number] days to resolve the issue in good faith.
Termination and Subletting: No tenant may sublet their portion of the Premises without the written consent of the remaining tenants and the landlord. A vacating tenant must provide [Number] days' notice and is responsible for finding a replacement tenant acceptable to the remaining parties.

Signature and Acknowledgment

By signing below, the parties acknowledge they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms above.

Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Full Legal Name] Title: Co-Tenant Date: [Date]

Legal Disclaimer

This document is a general framework provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Laws regarding residential tenancies vary significantly by jurisdiction. Consult with qualified local legal counsel to ensure compliance with state and municipal landlord-tenant laws.

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