COUGAR
CREST APARTMENTS
LEASE AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is
entered into this ____ day of ____________, 201_, by and between Cougar Crest
Apartments, hereinafter referred to as "Landlord", and
________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________,
hereinafter referred to as "Tenant", and concerns Cougar Crest
Apartment No, ____,
W I T N E S S E T H;
1. Premises: Each of the
individual Tenants will be an occupant of the apartment described-above, with
other approved occupants as roommates.
Each occupant will be responsible for a proportionate share of the rent
for the premises. If an occupant fails
to pay the occupant’s proportionate share of the rent for the Premises, the
Landlord may take action to collect the rent directly from the defaulting
occupant and the other approved occupants of the Premises shall not be
responsible for the defaulting occupant’s proportionate share of the rent for
the premises.
2. Term: The term of
this lease shall be for the period beginning on _________________, 201_ and
ending on ______________, 201_.
3. Rent: The Tenant shall pay rent in the amount of
$___________ each month in advance to Landlord.
Upon the execution of this Lease, the Tenant shall pay the last month's
rent in advance, which shall apply to the final thirty (30) days of
occupancy. On the first day of the tenancy,
the Tenant shall pay the rent for the first month. For any rent payment made during any month
after the fifth day of the month the Tenant hereby agrees to pay to the
Landlord a late payment fee of $_________.
4. Deposits: This Lease is contingent upon the payment of
deposits by the Tenant. When the
required deposits have been paid in full, the Lease shall become fully
effective. Until the deposits have been
paid by the Tenant, this Lease shall not be binding upon the Landlord and the
Landlord is free to rent the Premises to another party. The Tenant shall pay
the following deposits to the Landlord:
A. The last month’s rent in the amount
of $______________.
B. A security deposit in the amount of
$_______________. This deposit will be for
the purpose of insuring that the Tenant complies with each and every covenant
and agreement of this lease. In the
event of a default, the Landlord, in its sole discretion, may use the deposit
to fulfill the Tenant’s obligations under this lease. All or a portion of such deposit may be
retained by Landlord and refund of any portion of such deposit is conditioned
as follows:
i. Tenant shall fully perform
obligations hereunder, including the obligation to pay the entire amount of rent
required for the complete term of the lease, and those additional obligations
imposed by and pursuant to R.C.W. 59.18, or as may be
subsequently amended;
ii. Tenant shall clean and restore said
residence and return the same to Landlord in its initial condition except for
reasonable wear and tear, upon the termination of this tenancy and vacation of
the residence;
iii. Tenant shall have remedied or
repaired any damage to the premises;
iv. Any refund from security deposit,
as by itemized statement shown to be due to Tenant, shall be returned to Tenant
within fourteen (14) days after termination
C. A carpet cleaning fee in the
amount of $_____________. This fee
is non-refundable and shall be retained by the Landlord to pay to clean the
carpets in the premises at the time the Tenant vacates the premises.
D. Moneys received as deposits shall
deposited with Bank of America,
5. Occupancy
& Guests: The premises are
rented to the tenants listed on the lease.
Additional occupants are strictly prohibited. Guests may stay no longer than two
weeks. Anyone staying longer is considered
an additional resident who must be approved, added to the lease, and pay rent.
6. Sublet: Tenant agrees not to sublet said premises nor
assign this agreement nor any part thereof without the prior written consent of
Landlord and upon payment of a subletting fee of $_____. In the event one of the occupants of the
premises vacates, the Landlord may show the premises to prospective tenants and
may lease the vacated portion of the premises to a replacement tenant without
the consent of the Tenant.
7. Inspection
of Premises: Prior to or at the time
the Tenant moves into the premises, the Landlord and Tenant will complete a
walk through inspection of the premises, and all of the existing defects, or
damages and any repairs, changes or modifications to said premises to be made
by the Landlord shall be listed on the Inventory and Move-in Inspection sheet.
8. Tenant’s Property: Tenant agrees that all of Tenant’s personal property in and about the Premises and designated storage areas shall be at the risk of Tenant. Tenant further agrees not to hold the Landlord, or Landlord’s agent liable in any matter for or on account of any loss or damage sustained by action of third party, fire, water, theft, or the elements of nature or for loss of any articles from any cause.
9. Maintenance
of Premises: Tenant agrees:
A. To replace in a neat and
workmanlike manner all glass and doors broken during occupancy thereof;
B. To use due precaution against
freezing of water or waste pipes and stoppage of same in and about said
premises and that in case water or waste pipes are frozen or become clogged by
reason of neglect of Tenant to repair the same at Tenant's own expense as well
as all damage caused thereby;
C. To keep said premises in a clean and
sanitary condition;
D. To properly dispose of rubbish,
garbage and waste in a clean and sanitary manner at reasonable and regular
intervals and to assume all costs of extermination and fumigation for infestation
caused by Tenant;
E. To properly use and operate all
electrical, gas, heating, plumbing facilities, fixtures and appliances;
F. To not intentionally or negligently
destroy, deface, impair or remove any part of the premises, their
appurtenances, facilities, equipment, furniture, furnishings and appliance, nor
to permit any other tenant, invitee, licensee or other person acting under his
control to do so;
G. To immediately notify the Landlord
by telephone and in writing of any condition of the premises of which the
Tenant becomes aware, including, but not limited to roof damage or leaking
pipes, which may threaten damage to the premises, and to take such steps as may
be reasonable to avoid such damage.
10. Utilities: The Landlord will provide water, sewer and
trash removal for the premises. The
Tenant shall pay for all other utilities and services to the premises,
including electricity, phone and cable, when they become due and payable, and
shall permit no liens to attach to said premises or furnishings by reason of
his failure to pay the same.
11. Alterations: Tenant agrees not to make alterations,
additions or improvements, or to do or cause to be done any painting or
wallpapering to said premises without the prior written consent of the Landlord.
12. Use
of Premises: Tenant shall not use
said premises for any purpose other than that of a residence for occupants who
have signed this Lease Agreement, and not as a residence for any other persons,
and shall not use said premises or any part thereof for any illegal
purpose. Tenant agrees:
A. To conform to municipal, county and
state codes, statutes, ordinances and regulations concerning the use and
occupation of said premises.
B. The Tenant acknowledges receipt of a
copy of the Cougar Crest Rules and Regulations, which are made a part of this
lease by this reference. A violation of
the Rules and Regulations shall be a violation of the terms of this Lease.
13. Pets
and Animals: Tenant shall not maintain
any pets or animals upon the premises, without the prior written consent of the
Landlord. If the Landlord grants
permission for a pet in the premises, the Tenant may be required to pay an
additional cleaning deposit.
14. Smoke
Detector: Tenant acknowledges and
Landlord certifies that the Premises is equipped with a smoke detector as
required by RCW 48.48.140 and that the detector has been tested and is operable
as of the execution of this Agreement.
It is the Tenant’s responsibility to maintain the smoke detector as
specified by the manufacturer, including the replacement of batteries if
required. Failure to properly maintain
the smoke detector can result in punishment including a fine of not more than
$200.00 pursuant to RCW 48.48.140.
15. Water
Beds: Tenant shall not use any
furnishings in the premises which are filled with or contain water.
16. Abandonment: If Tenant defaults in payment of rent and is
absent from the Premises for a period of fourteen (14) consecutive days, it shall
be presumed that Tenant has abandoned the Premises and does not intend to
resume the tenancy. In such event,
Landlord may immediately enter the Premises and take possession of any personal
property of tenant found therein. Any
such property shall be stored and disposed of pursuant to the provisions of the
1973 Residential Landlord-Tenant Act as amended.
17. Access: Landlord shall have the right to place and
maintain "for rent" signs in a conspicuous place on said premises for
thirty days prior to the vacation of said premises. Landlord reserves the right of access to the
premises for the purposes of:
A. Inspection;
B. Repairs, alterations or
improvements;
C. To supply services; or,
D. To exhibit or display the premises
to prospective or actual purchasers, mortgagees, tenants, workmen, or
contractors.
E. Access shall be at reasonable times
except in cases of emergency or abandonment.
18. Mold
and Moisture Acknowledgement: it is
our goal to maintain a high quality living environment for our residents. Your unit has been inspected prior to move-in
for damp or wet building materials, and we have found no mold or mildew
contamination. However, mold can grow if
the unit is not properly maintained or ventilated. If moisture is allowed to accumulate in the
unit, it can cause mildew and mold growth.
It is important that residents regularly allow air to circulate in the
apartment. It is also important to keep
your unit clean and that you notify your resident Manager of any leaks,
moisture problems, and/or mold growth.
The
Resident agrees to take the following steps to prevent mold/mildew:
-resident
agrees to use bathroom fans while showering or in the tub (any non-operable
fans are to be reported to the Resident
Manager).
-Resident
agrees to check around toilet and wipe away any excess condensation on tank and
bowl.
-Resident
agrees to use kitchen exhaust fan when cooking or dishwashing.
-Resident
agrees to open blinds, windows and sliding doors, while home for proper
ventilation.
-Resident
agrees to close window/sliding doors during heavy rain to prevent water from penetrating
into the unit.
-Resident
agrees to keep the unit free of dirt and debris that can harbor mold.
-Resident
will report any water intrusion, such as plumbing leaks, drips or sweating
pipes to Resident Manager for immediate repair.
-Resident
agrees to clean and dry any visible moisture on windows, walls, and other
surfaces in the unit to prevent mold which can grow within 24 to 48 hours. It is advisable to use a half and half
mixture of bleach and water to clean affected areas.
-Resident
agrees to notify Resident Manager of any problem with air conditioning or
heating systems.
Resident
agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Owner/Agent from actions, claims,
loses, damages, and expenses, including, but not limited to, attorneys’ fees
that the Owner/Agent may sustain or incur as a result of the negligence of the
resident or any guest or other person living in, occupying, or using the premises.
19. Termination: At the end of the term of this Lease
Agreement, the tenancy shall terminate. The
Tenant must enter into a new lease agreement with the Landlord in order to
renew the lease for the premises. Until
the Tenant has executed a new lease with the Landlord, the Landlord may lease
the premises to other parties for a term which begins after the expiration of
the term for this Lease.
20. Attorney
Fees: In the event any action, suit
or proceeding is instituted regarding the performance of the terms and
provisions of this agreement or because of a breach of any of Tenant’s
obligations, tenant agrees to pay to Landlord reasonable attorney fees as
authorized by law.
LANDLORD
Cougar Crest Apartments
By:______________________
TENANT:
Signature: Print
Name:
________________________ __________________________
________________________ __________________________
________________________ __________________________
________________________ __________________________
¨If all of the above signed are of the same sex,
the the above signed agree that when subleasing or
upon assignment of their portion of the lease, the new tenant will be of the
same sex as the remaining tenants. This may
be revoked by written mutual consent of all parties on the lease.
Initials
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