roommate agreement template ontario

Residential Co-Tenancy and House Rules Agreement

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed information accurately; ensure all parties have a copy of the final signed document.
• Review the terms regarding utility payments and house rules together to ensure mutual understanding before signing.
• Keep this document in a secure location; while it governs the relationship between roommates, note that it does not override the primary lease agreement with the landlord.

1. Parties and Premises

This Agreement is made on [Date] between the following individuals: Roommate 1: [Full Legal Name] Roommate 2: [Full Legal Name] Roommate 3: [Full Legal Name]

The parties agree to reside at the following premises: [Full Property Address, including Unit Number] (the "Premises").

2. Term and Rent

The term of this agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and shall continue [ ] on a month-to-month basis or [ ] until [End Date].

The total monthly rent for the Premises is $[Amount]. Each roommate agrees to contribute the following portion:

• Rent shall be paid to [Landlord or Lead Tenant Name] by the [Day] of each month.

3. Utilities and Expenses

Utilities (Hydro, Gas, Water, Internet) shall be divided as follows:

• Split equally among all roommates.
• Other (specify): [Describe split arrangement]. The party responsible for setting up the accounts is [Name]. Payments for utilities shall be reimbursed to the account holder within [Number] days of receiving the bill.

4. Security Deposit

A security deposit (or last month’s rent deposit) in the amount of $[Amount] has been paid to the landlord. Each roommate has contributed the following toward this deposit:

5. House Rules and Maintenance

• Cleaning: The parties agree to a cleaning schedule as follows: [Describe frequency and rotation].
• Guests: Overnight guests are permitted for a maximum of [Number] nights per month without prior consent from other roommates.
• Quiet Hours: Quiet hours shall be observed from [Start Time] to [End Time].
• Smoking/Vaping: Smoking or vaping [ ] is permitted in designated areas [ ] is strictly prohibited inside the Premises.
• Pets: [ ] No pets are permitted [ ] Pets are permitted as follows: [Specify pet rules].

6. Dispute Resolution and Termination

If a roommate wishes to move out before the end of the term, they must provide [Number] days' written notice to the other roommates. The vacating roommate remains responsible for their share of the rent until a suitable replacement, approved by the remaining roommates and the landlord, is found.

7. Signatures

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

Roommate 1 Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Full Legal Name] Date: [Date]

Roommate 2 Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Full Legal Name] Date: [Date]

Roommate 3 Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Full Legal Name] Date: [Date]

Legal Disclaimer

This document is a general framework and does not constitute formal legal advice. Laws governing residential tenancies vary; users are strongly encouraged to consult with qualified legal counsel to ensure compliance with provincial legislation and local bylaws.