LESSOR: Pat Logen PLU Rental House Home
29104 88th Ave NW cell phone (425) 238 6684
Stanwood, WA 98292 home (360) 629 4306
TENANTS:
1. PREMISES:
Lessor hereby leases unto the Tenants_______________ 304 South 123rd Street, Tacoma WA 9844
2. TERM:
This lease commences ___/___/___, at noon, and terminates ___/___/_____, at noon. If Tenants hold after the term with the express consent of Lessor, or if this lease is not for a stated term, tenant shall hold as a month-to-month Tenant under the terms hereof, which tenancy shall exist and be terminable by either party by giving thirty (30) days written notice prior to date of vacating premises.
3. RENT:
Rent shall payable in advance by the first of each month in the amount of $______.00 per month to Lessor Pat Logen or to such other person designated as their agent or representative.
Paid at Signing: Security Deposit $_________________________
Non-refundable Cleaning Fee $__50___________
First Month’s Rent: $__________ Due: _____________
Last Month’s Rent: $__________ Due: _____________
A late charge of 10% will be assessed on all rents received after the 5th day of the month that rent is due, plus $10 per day after the tenth of the month. In the event a rent check is returned by the Tenants' bank for any reason, there will be a $20.00 charge in addition to the rent payable and any late charges otherwise due at the time of the check return. Tenants understand that they will receive no rent reductions, adjustments or compensation due to repairs or interruptions of service, as provided by law.
4. DEPOSIT:
Tenants shall pay herewith a damage, cleanup and security deposit in the amount of $_____ which shall be held by the lessor in an account at the Frontier Bank, Stanwood, WA. There is an additional non-refundable charge of $50.00 for carpet cleaning.
a. The deposit shall be used to compensate Lessor for unpaid rent, cleaning charges, late fees, bounced check charges, and property damage as herein provided or other charges owing Lessor by Tenants.
b. The deposit may not be deducted from any months rent.
c. The deposit, to the extent refundable, shall be returned to Tenant as soon as possible after the termination of lease, but in any event within fourteen days after termination.
d. Charges for cleaning and damage will be reasonable, if any.
e. Tenants will be responsible for any charges for cleaning or repair of damages that exceed the amount of the deposit. Lessor strongly recommends tenants have renter’s insurance to cover such costs.
f. Tenants will clean and restore apartment to its condition at the commencement of this tenancy, as evidenced by the inspection and check-in sheet.
g. Tenants will return to Lessor all keys provided during the Tenancy. Tenant hereby agrees that no duplicate keys will be made without express permission from Lessor. If duplicate keys are authorized, the tenant agrees to leave with lessor. Failure to comply with the provision will result in a $20.00 per tenant key charge, to pay for replacing the locks on the premises.
h. Tenants will remedy or repair all damage to premises or furnishings or equipment including personal property of Lessor, provided during tenancy.
i. Tenants will pay all pending utility bills, and provide a receipt from each affected utility provided as proof of such payment, prior to vacating premises.
5. UTILITIES:
Tenants shall pay for and furnish all utilities except water, sewer, and garbage. Each Tenant is responsible for making the appropriate arrangements with all utility companies. All garbage is to be "sacked" and put inside the garbage can.
6. PETS:
Tenants shall not keep on the premises any dogs, cats, or other animals without the Lessor's express a written consent. Should pets be allowed, an additional $50.00 deposit shall be charged. Keeping of unauthorized animals on the premises constitutes a breach of this lease, and is grounds for eviction.
7. CONDITION-CONDUCT-REPAIRS-RULES:
Lessors shall keep the premises fit for human habitation, to include structural components, common areas, and appliances, and shall keep common areas reasonably safe from defects increasing the hazards of fire and accident. Tenants shall care for the premises and maintain it as it exists at the time of occupancy as evidenced in the inspection reports signed by the Tenants, except for reasonable wear and tear. Tenants shall not remove furnishings, nor use glue-type picture hangers or otherwise deface woodwork (this includes cupboards), walls or paint without Lessor's written permission, nor permit any other act of destruction, allow an illegal or offensive use of the premises, or allow anything to bother or interfere with the other Tenants, such as causing unreasonable noise, particularly during evening hours. Lessor will make major repairs not made necessary by Tenants' negligence or not otherwise chargeable to Tenants hereunder. Tenants shall make other repairs and shall be responsible for other damage, specifically including, but not limited to:
a. Minor repairs and maintenance, such as plugged drains not caused by defective plumbing, caused by Tenants' negligence.
b. Damage caused by Tenants' licensee, guest, or invitee, if either tenant or other said party is negligent in any respect.
c. Broken glass, caused by tenant’s negligence, or the failure of tenant to act to prevent such damage (e.g., failure to report to police snowball fights, etc., in the area) likely to result in such damage.
d. Damage caused by leakage, heat failure, or similar causes which are not promptly reported to Lessor by Tenants upon Tenants discovery or such a defect.
e. Damage caused by Tenants; failure to leave heat on during cold weather.
Tenants agree to comply with all county and state codes, statutes, ordinances and regulations, and to keep that part of the premises which resident occupies and uses as clean and sanitary as conditions of the premises permit and not to permit a nuisance or common waste to occur.
8. CONDITION-CONDUCT-REPAIRS-RULES EXTENDED:
Tenants further agree on behalf of tenants, family and guests:
a. Not to install on the roof, decks or other parts of the building without permission of the Lessor, any wires, aerials, for radio or TV; including wires, ropes, etc. for clothes drying.
b. To report promptly to Lessor all leaking faucets, toilets, windows, fireplaces, and/or defects or potential defects in the premises or appliances not in working order.
c. To use only picture hooks to hang pictures, mirrors, or decorative items on the walls.
d. To use adequate saucers under plants to prevent drips and other water damage.
e. To do no painting, staining, or papering without written consent of the Lessor.
f. To have no waterbeds on the premises without showing proof of having Tenant homeowners insurance, and written consent of the Lessor.
g. Not to go on the roof of the premises except in the case of emergencies.
h. To use toilets, sinks, and washbasins only for the purposes for which they are intended, e.g..; no dust, rubbish, coffee grounds, diapers, tampons, cigarette butts, etc. are to be put into the same.
i. No automobiles, boats, trailers, motorcycles or campers will be stored or repaired on the premises without written permission of Lessor.
j. Batteries in smoke detectors are to be checked regularly and maintained in good working order. Obtaining replacement batteries is Tenants’ responsibility, though if desired, the Lessor may provide new batteries.
9. RISK OF LOSS:
Lessor shall not be responsible for the loss of property by fire, theft, or any other reason not due to Lessor's fault. If the premises are rendered untenantable by fire or other casualty, lessor may, at his option, terminate this lease or repair the premises within thirty days, and failing to do so, or upon the complete destruction of said premises by fire or such other casualty, this lease shall cease and terminate. Rent shall be abated during periods the premises are untenantable. Renters' insurance is desirable to cover your possessions and liability.
10. RIGHT OF ENTRY:
Lessor or agent may enter the premises at reasonable times and on reasonable notice to Tenants (time and date if possible) to repair, inspect, and exhibit the same for sale or rent, and may place a "for sale" or "for rent" sign on the property. Lessor may enter the premises without consent of or notice to the residents in case of emergency or abandonment.
11. QUIET ENVIRONMENT:
Lessor shall provide reasonably quiet enjoyment throughout the premises. Lessor shall make an effort to control unreasonable noise by other tenants by using applicable legal means, but such unreasonable noise shall not be a cause for Tenant to terminate this lease if Lessor uses such means in an attempt to control the same; provided that Tenants shall give written notice to the Lessor of such unreasonable noise and shall allow a reasonable time thereafter for Lessor to correct such noise prior to instigating any action hereunder.
12. CHECK IN/OUT:
Tenants agrees to complete, sign and return check in sheet provided to them, for the purpose of noting the condition of the unit at the time of move-in, within two weeks occupancy, and to inform the Lessor in writing of any problem areas. This form to be used at the time of check-out. Failure to file this check-in form waives Tenants' right to claim any damages were present prior to taking occupancy. Further, Tenants agree to pay for the cleaning of carpeting and drapes as reasonable designated by Lessor. Tenant agrees to move in and move out at a time and date that is known and agreed to by Lessor or agent.
13. ASSIGNABILITY:
Tenants shall not assign this lease or sub-let the premises without the written consent of Lessor or agent. If the Lessor grants such consent, the fees incurred in execution and the Tenants shall pay assignment of the sublease in the following manner:
a. $50.00 for preparation of all documents and facilitation of checkout, deposit refund, etc. If Tenant finds own subtenant, or
b. $100.00 to include the above service of Lessor or agent and advertising/showing the apartment to prospects and obtaining a subtenant acceptable to Tenants and Lessor.
14. REPLACEMENT:
If Tenant desires to vacate the premises more than thirty days prior to the termination date, it is agreed:
a. That the Tenant(s) shall attempt to find a replacement Tenants acceptable to Tenants and Lessor, and Lessor shall not unreasonably or arbitrarily withhold such acceptance.
b. If such a replacement is found, Lessor shall enter into a lease with the replacement Tenant similar in form to this and on the best terms obtainable for Lessor.
c. Tenant shall be liable for any difference between the rent required herein and that paid by the replacement tenant, and for all other obligations of the tenant hereunder.
d. The deposit of the Tenants will be refunded after a proper sublease has been negotiated for the entire length and terms of the original contract, less necessary charges provided for herein.
15. WAIVER OF SUBROGATION:
Each party releases the other from and waives any claim of recovery for loss of or damage to property arising from standard fire and extended coverage perils as defined in standard insurance policies due to negligence. Each party shall inform their insurers of this provision promptly.
16. DEFAULT:
If Tenants fail to pay rent or breach this lease, Lessor may declare all rent due, and declare forfeiture hereof, and take possession of the apartment, but this shall not relieve Tenant from payment of rent. If Lessor shall lease to another during the lease term, rent received shall be applied to:
a. Rent owing by a tenant or a judgment therefore, and to
b. Tenant:
Lessor shall attempt to obtain another Tenants on the event of such breach by Tenant(s), and Tenant(s) shall pay the reasonable expense thereof. If Tenant(s) have/has more than one violation of any sort of this lease, Tenant(s) will be served notice to vacate the premises immediately.
17. TENANTS' WARRANTY:
Tenants warrant that they are 18 years or over, and have read and understand this lease.
18. REMOVAL OF PROPERTY:
Tenants agree that in the event of abandonment of tenancy and accompanying default in rent, the Lessor may immediately enter the room and take possession of the property of the Tenants found therein. Lessor shall store it at Tenants' expense in a secure place and mail a notice to Tenants' last known address stating the location and address of the stored property. After sixty days from the date of default in rent and after prior notice of such sale, Lessor may sell such property and may apply any income-derived form the sale of such property against moneys due the Lessor, including drayage and storage. The Lessor for the benefit of the Tenant(s) shall hold any excess income derived from the sale of such property for a period of one year from the date of sale, and if no claim is made prior to the expiration of that period of time, the balance shall be the property of the Lessor.
19. LEGAL FEES:
Tenants agree to pay Lessor's attorney fees as authorized by RCW 59.18. Tenant(s) agree that should correspondence requiring a signature be needed such as certified mail notifying of a legal claim; any adult on the premises of the rented property is authorized to act as his/her agent for receipt of such correspondence. If service is given requesting an appearance in court - a notice sent certified mail to the above address will be considered delivered if unsigned after three (3) days from the postmarked date.
20. LIABILITY:
Tenants shall be jointly and severely liable for all Tenants; obligations hereunder, it being understood that each Tenant is individually liable for all such obligations specifically included but not limited to repair of damages, cleaning of common areas, back rent, and payment of utilities.
21. VENUE:
This lease is executed in the state of Washington and shall be construed under the laws of said State. Venue of any action hereunder shall be in Whitman County.
22. SMOKING:
Absolutely no smoking or burning incense, etc. on the premises. There is to be no smoking by tenants or guests of the tenants on the premises. To do so may result in eviction. If tenants or guests of tenants are found smoking on the premises there will be a $20 fee charged per incident.
23. PARKING:
Tenants are limited to parking on the paved or graveled parking areas, no parking on the grass. Only operational vehicles owned by the Tenants or guests will be allowed on the premises.
24. GUESTS:
Tenants agree not to permit overnight stays by guests of more than two nights in a month without permission of Lessor. The Tenant shall not cause or allow any gathering at or on the premises of more than four guests, invitees or other persons without first securing written permission of the Lessor. The presence of unauthorized guests constitutes a breach of this lease and may be grounds for eviction. Note: a guest is anyone whose name is not listed on this lease.
25. OTHER:
Tenant(s) agree to keep clear his/her own walkway to premises including garbage, snow and other such items.
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Tenant: _____________________ Tenant: ________________________
Social Security #_____________________ Social Security #_________________________
Signature: __________________________ Signature: ______________________________
Perm. Address: _____________________ Perm. Address: __________________________
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Perm. Phone: (_____)______-__________ Perm. Phone: (_____)______-______________
Tenant: _____________________
Social Security #_____________________
Signature: __________________________
Perm. Address: ______________________
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Perm. Phone: (_____)______-__________
Lessor: Pat Logen
Signature: ________________________