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Residential Co-Tenancy and House Rules Agreement

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed fields with the appropriate information for each co-tenant and the specific property details.
• Ensure all co-tenants read and understand the document fully before signing; keep a copy of the final, signed version in a secure location.
• This document is intended to supplement, not replace, your primary lease agreement with the landlord; ensure that no terms herein conflict with your master lease.

Parties and Property

This Agreement is made on [Date] by and between: Co-Tenant 1: Full Legal Name Co-Tenant 2: Full Legal Name Co-Tenant 3: Full Legal Name (Collectively referred to as the "Co-Tenants")

The premises subject to this agreement is located at: [Street Address, Unit Number, City, State, Zip Code] (the "Property").

Operative Clauses

1. Term of Agreement: This agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and remain in effect until [End Date] or until all Co-Tenants vacate the Property, whichever occurs first.

2. Rent Obligations: The total monthly rent is [Total Monthly Rent Amount]. Rent shall be divided as follows:

   • Payment shall be submitted to the landlord by the [Day] of each month.

3. Security Deposit: The total security deposit paid to the landlord is [Total Deposit Amount]. Each Co-Tenant has contributed the following portion:

4. Utilities and Expenses: Monthly bills for [Electricity, Water, Internet, Gas, etc.] shall be split:

   • Equally among all Co-Tenants.
   • Pro-rated as follows: [Describe split].

5. Household Chores: Co-Tenants agree to maintain the cleanliness of common areas. A cleaning schedule is [ ] attached / [ ] to be determined.

6. Guests and Quiet Hours: Overnight guests may stay for no more than [Number] consecutive nights. Quiet hours are observed between [Start Time] and [End Time].

7. Termination and Early Departure: If a Co-Tenant wishes to move out before the lease expiration, they must provide [Number] days' written notice and remain liable for their share of rent until a replacement, approved by the remaining Co-Tenants and the landlord, is found.

8. Dispute Resolution: In the event of a disagreement, Co-Tenants agree to attempt mediation before seeking legal remedy.

Signature and Acknowledgment

By signing below, each party acknowledges they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms outlined above.

Co-Tenant 1 Signature: __________ Printed Name: Full Legal Name Date: [Date]

Co-Tenant 2 Signature: __________ Printed Name: Full Legal Name Date: [Date]

Co-Tenant 3 Signature: __________ Printed Name: Full Legal Name Date: [Date]

Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general framework and does not constitute legal advice. Laws regarding co-tenancy, security deposits, and evictions vary significantly by jurisdiction. Consult with qualified legal counsel to ensure this agreement complies with local, state, and federal laws.