DC Lease Agreement

Residential Lease
Washington, DC

THIS LEASE, is made by and between

, as Agent for Landlord (hereinafter referred to as "Landlord")

and (hereinafter referred to as "Tenant")

premises known as (the "Premises") for the term of

beginning on the first day of and ending on the last day of (the "Term").

Mail Box Number Reserved Parking Space Number(s)/Location

GENERAL PROVISIONS:

1. RENT:

Tenant covenants and agrees to pay rent in equal monthly installments of $ in advance on the first day of each and every month ("Rent Due Date") of said term. The total rent for the term of the Lease is $ .

Tenant agrees to pay said rent to at .

2. TENANT LIABILITY:

Each Tenant is jointly and severally liable to Landlord/Agent for full performance under each and every covenant and condition of this Lease Agreement and for compliance with the applicable law.

3. PRO RATA:

It is additionally understood and agreed that Tenant is to commence occupancy of the premises on . On the sum of $ shall be due as "pro rata" rent for the period through .

4. ADDITIONAL CHARGES:

A service charge (which sum shall not exceed the maximum permitted by state law) of $ will be automatically made for each instance in which a check is returned unpaid for any reason by the Tenant's bank.

5. SECURITY DEPOSIT:

Landlord hereby acknowledges receipt of the sum of $ (an amount not to exceed the first full month's rent)

6. POSSESSION:

All utility services in the premises shall be ordered disconnected and all final bills paid by Tenant, with proof of receipts, before any part of the security deposit will be returned.

7. USES/AUTHORIZED OCCUPANTS:

The premises will be used solely for residential purposes and be occupied by no more than persons, including children.

The following persons and no others, except after born children, children adopted by tenant, or children of whom tenant is appointed guardian are authorized by Landlord to reside within the demised premises:

8. COMMON OWNERSHIP COMMUNITY RULES AND REGULATIONS:

Tenant acknowledges receipt of a copy of the rules and regulations of the of common ownership community, if applicable).

9. PETS: (This paragraph does not apply to service animals covered by ADA.)

The following pet(s) may be kept on the premises: Yes No

# ALLOWED TYPE OF PET(S) WEIGHT

If Tenant violates the "no pets" provision, Tenant agrees to pay, as additional rent $ per month per animal for each month violation exists.

10. MAINTENANCE:

Tenant must generally maintain the rental dwelling and other appurtenances in a clean, sanitary and safe condition.

FOR DETACHED/TOWNHOUSE/ROWHOUSE PROPERTIES ONLY

keeping up, preserving in good condition, and keeping trimmed any lawn, trees, vines, shrubbery and gardens;

removing leaves, sticks and other debris that accumulate on the property;

promptly removing ice and snow as necessary;

keeping gutters, downspouts and exterior drains cleaned and cleared of leaves and other debris.

11. UTILITIES:

Tenant must pay all applicable, individually metered gas, electricity or water utility charges.

12. HEATING OIL:

Fuel Oil tank will be filled or measured prior to Tenant occupancy; it will then become Tenant's responsibility to leave fuel in tank filled or measured upon termination of occupancy.

Tenant agrees to purchase heating oil from Company at Phone .

13. SMOKE DETECTORS:

Tenant is responsible for checking smoke detectors periodically and replacing batteries as necessary.

14. ALTERATIONS:

Tenant shall not remodel or make structural changes without prior written permission.

15. VEHICLE PARKING:

Licensed vehicles may be parked only in garage, driveways, if provided, or on the street.

16. SUBLET/ASSIGNMENT:

Tenant must not assign this Lease or sublet the premises without prior written consent.

17. INSURANCE:

Tenant is strongly encouraged to obtain Renter's Insurance.

18. HOLD HARMLESS:

Tenant must indemnify and save Landlord/Agent harmless from loss or damage unless caused by negligence or violation of law.

19. LANDLORD/AGENT ACCESS TO PROPERTY:

Routine, emergency, governmental, good cause, and showing access may be permitted under this lease.

20. DEFAULT:

In the event of default, Landlord/Agent may give written notice to cure or quit.

21. COURT AWARDED LEGAL FEES:

Tenant may be obligated to pay court costs and legal fees awarded by a court.

22. RETALIATORY EVICTION:

No retaliatory action will be taken by the Landlord/Agent for complaints or lawful actions by Tenant.

23. WAIVER CLAUSE:

Any waiver of a default hereunder is not to be deemed a waiver of this Agreement or any subsequent default.

24. TERMINATION/HOLD-OVER:

Tenant may terminate this Lease at expiration by giving written notice prior to expiration.

25. MOVE-OUT INSPECTION/SURRENDER OF PREMISES:

Tenant shall surrender the premises in good and clean condition, ordinary wear and tear excepted.

26. ABANDONED PERSONAL PROPERTY:

Property left after termination shall be considered abandoned.

27. DESTRUCTION:

If the premises are rendered unfit for occupancy, the lease may cease according to applicable provisions.

28. SUBORDINATION:

This Lease is subject to any mortgage or deed of trust now or hereafter covering the premises.

29. ESTOPPEL CERTIFICATE:

Tenant shall, upon request, execute and deliver a written statement certifying the status of this Lease.

30. AGENCY:

The Owner recognizes as the Agent negotiating this Lease.

31. MANAGEMENT:

These premises will be managed by .

32. AUTHORIZATION TO INSTALL KEYBOX:

The undersigned Tenant agrees that the Landlord/Agent may install a Keybox during the last days of this Lease Agreement.

33. MILITARY CLAUSE:

In the event Tenant is a member of the military under qualifying active service, Tenant may terminate the lease upon written notice.

34. RENT INCREASES:

Rent may not be increased more than once per twelve (12) month period for properties not exempt from rent control.

35. NOTICES:

All notices required or permitted herein shall be in writing.

36. RECEIPTS:

Landlord/Agent agrees to provide to the Tenant a written receipt for payments of rent when paid with cash or money order.

37. MISCELLANEOUS:

This Lease contains the final and entire agreement between the parties.

38. EMERGENCY NUMBER:

Emergency number: .

39. LEAD PAINT:

Housing built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint.

40. LANDLORD REQUIREMENTS UNDER HOUSING REGULATIONS OF DC:

This property is exempt from rent control, the exemption number is .

This property is under rent control, the registration number is .

41. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS: Further Provisions and Additions:

42. ADDENDUM ATTACHED: Yes No

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto agree to abide by all of the terms and conditions in this lease agreement:

Guarantors: If box is checked, this Lease Agreement is subject to the signatures of the following individuals...