Community Agreement for Tiny Home Community

Community Agreement for Tiny Home Community

This Community Agreement (Agreement) is entered into by and between Community Name: (hereafter "Community") and Resident Name: . The parties agree as set forth below.

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Community operates a shared-property tiny home community comprised of individually occupied dwellings and shared common areas, and offers occupancy, services, and community governance under written agreements; and

WHEREAS, Resident desires to occupy a tiny home located within the community on Lot/Unit: and to comply with Community rules and obligations in exchange for the rights and services described herein; and

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the parties agree as follows.

1. SCOPE OF OCCUPANCY AND SERVICES

1.1 Premises and Use: Community grants Resident a non-exclusive license to occupy the designated Lot/Unit for residential purposes only, subject to the terms of this Agreement and the Community Rules attached or provided. The license is non-transferable and does not convey any ownership interest in the land.

2. PAYMENT TERMS

2.1 Occupancy Fee: Resident shall pay Community a recurring occupancy fee in the amount of $ per month (Occupancy Fee).

2.2 Payment Schedule: Payments are due in advance on or before the day of each month. Accepted payment methods: .

2.3 Late Fee: If payment is not received by the fifth day after the due date, Resident shall pay a late fee equal to $ or of the overdue amount, whichever is greater.

2.4 Returned Payments: Resident is responsible for any bank or processing fees for returned or declined payments and must cure any payment deficiency within seven (7) days of notice.

3. TERM AND TERMINATION

3.1 Term: This Agreement commences on Start Date: and continues until End Date: unless earlier terminated as provided herein.

3.2 Termination for Convenience: Either party may terminate this Agreement without cause by providing written notice to the other party at least prior to the effective termination date.

3.3 Termination for Cause: Community may terminate immediately for cause upon material breach by Resident, including failure to pay Occupancy Fee, substantial violation of Community Rules, or damage to common property. Resident may terminate for Community's uncured material breach following thirty (30) days' written notice and opportunity to cure.

4. CONFIDENTIALITY

4.1 Confidential Information: "Confidential Information" means non-public information concerning Community operations, resident personal information, financial terms, design or infrastructure plans, and other information reasonably understood to be confidential. Resident shall not disclose Confidential Information except to the extent required by law.

4.2 Permitted Disclosures: Confidential Information does not include information which (a) is in the public domain through no fault of Resident; (b) is independently developed by Resident without use of Community Confidential Information; or (c) is rightfully received from a third party without restriction.

4.3 Remedies: A breach of this confidentiality obligation shall entitle Community to injunctive relief and all other remedies available at law or in equity, including recovery of reasonable attorneys' fees.

5. MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS AND COMMON AREAS

5.1 Community Responsibilities: Community will maintain common areas, community infrastructure, and utilities identified in the Scope of Services, except for repairs caused by Resident negligence or misuse.

5.2 Resident Responsibilities: Resident shall maintain their tiny home, keep the Lot/Unit clean and safe, comply with waste disposal guidelines, and promptly notify Community of required repairs. Resident is liable for damage caused by Resident or Resident's guests.

6. RULES, ACCESS AND COMMUNITY GOVERNANCE

6.1 Rules: Resident agrees to comply with the Community Rules and policies provided by Community, as they may be amended from time to time with reasonable notice. Community may enforce rules through notices, fines, or termination for repeated material violations.

6.2 Access: Resident grants Community reasonable access to the Lot/Unit for maintenance, inspection, and emergency purposes consistent with applicable law and with notice except in emergencies.

7. LIABILITY, INSURANCE AND INDEMNITY

7.1 Insurance: Resident shall maintain renter liability insurance covering personal property and third-party claims and shall provide proof of insurance upon request. Community maintains property and liability insurance for common areas.

7.2 Indemnity: Resident shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless Community, its members, officers and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from Resident's negligence, willful misconduct, breach of this Agreement, or activities of Resident's guests.

8. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

8.1 Negotiation and Mediation: The parties agree to attempt in good faith to resolve disputes arising under this Agreement by negotiation and, if necessary, mediation prior to commencing litigation. Costs of mediation shall be shared equally unless otherwise agreed.

8.2 Remedies: Nothing in this Section limits either party's right to seek injunctive or other equitable relief where appropriate.

9. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to conflict of laws principles.

10. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; AMENDMENT

This Agreement, together with any Community Rules and attachments expressly incorporated herein, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding the subject matter and supersedes all prior understandings. Any amendment must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

11. MISCELLANEOUS

11.1 Assignment: Resident may not assign or sublet the Lot/Unit without Community's prior written consent, which shall not be unreasonably withheld.

11.2 Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

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