2024-2025 Lease Agreement

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Rehlen Rentals
THIS LEASE AGREEMENT (hereinafter referred to as the "Agreement") made and entered into this
____________ day of ____________________________, 2024
by and between __________________________________(hereinafter referred to as "Landlord")
and__________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________
(hereinafter referred to as "Tenant").
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Landlord is the fee owner of certain real property being, lying and situated in Rutland
County, Vermont, such real property having a street address of

______________________________________________________________________________
(hereinafter referred to as the "Premises").
WHEREAS, Landlord desires to lease the Premises to Tenant upon the terms and conditions as contained
herein; and
WHEREAS, Tenant desires to lease the Premises from Landlord on the terms and conditions as contained
herein;
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the covenants and obligations contained herein and other
good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto
hereby agree as follows:

1. TERM. Landlord leases to Tenant and Tenant leases from Landlord the above described
Premises together with any and all appurtenances thereto, for a term beginning on _June 1st
2024_____, and ending at 11:59 PM on ___May 28th 2025___________________.
2. RATE The rent for this location will be ______________________________________________
DOLLARS ($___________) due on the first day of each month. Rent received after the 5th day of
the month is subject to a $10 per day late fee
3. DAMAGE/ LEASE PERFORMANCE DEPOSIT DAMAGE/ LEASE PERFORMANCE DEPOSIT.
Upon the due execution of this Agreement, Tenant shall deposit with Landlord the sum of
______________________________________________________________ DOLLARS
($________) receipt of which is hereby acknowledged by Landlord, as security for any damage
caused to the Premises during the term hereof. Such deposit shall not be used by tenant
towards rent payments and shall be returned to Tenant within 14 days, without interest, and
less any set off for damages to the Premises upon the termination of this Agreement unless there
is back rent owed. Tenant agrees that should this lease be cancelled before the end of its term
due to no fault of the landlord, the landlord may retain this deposit and apply it towards the
financial completion of the lease. In the event of a lease renewal, or lease transfer, tenant agrees
to reimburse any security deposit deductions made from previous agreement by the time of lease
renewal/transfer. No tenant will take residence of unit without a full security and first months rent
paid,
4. CONDITION OF PREMISES Tenant must submit in writing to the landlord any defects in rental
on or before seven (7 ) days of moving into property. Failure to do so acts as an acceptance of
good condition of property.
5. ASSIGNMENT AND SUB-LETTING. Tenant shall not assign this Agreement, or sub-let or grant
any license to use the Premises without the prior written consent of Landlord. An assignment,
or sub-let without the prior written consent of landlord or an assignment shall be absolutely null
and void and shall, at Landlord's option, terminate this agreement.
6. GUESTS. Tenant shall not have guests or significant others for extended periods of time without
written consent of landlord. Only tenants listed on this lease are to reside at this location
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7. ALTERATIONS Tenant shall not paint or make alterations to the property without the landlord’s
prior written consent
8. INSURANCE Tenant(s) are responsible for insurance on their personal belongings and vehicle.
Landlord is not liable for damage or loss of tenants belongings due to fire, theft, flooding, falling
ice, falling trees, snow removal or any other unforeseen situations.
9. UTILITIES The Following are determined to be the responsibilities of the landlord (L) or the
tenant (T)

Heat (T) (L) Plowing Landlord

Hot Water (T) (L) Mowing Landlord
Electricity (T) (L) Trash Removal Landlord

9. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Tenant shall not keep on the premises any item of a dangerous,
flammable or explosive character that might unreasonably increase the danger of fire or explosion
on the premises or that might be considered hazardous by any insurance providers.
10. FIRE RISK. Tenants understands and agrees not to use any supplemental electric space heaters,
electric blankets, radiators or other heat sources which may endanger the building and its
occupants. Tenant accepts liability for any/all losses which may result from use of these
instruments.
11. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR; RULES. Tenant will pay for any repairs caused by negligence or
misuse by tenant or that of their invites. Tenant will, at its sole expense, keep and maintain the
Premises and appurtenances in good and sanitary condition and repair during the term of this
agreement. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Tenant shall:

(a) Not obstruct the driveways, sidewalks, entry ways, stairs and/or halls, which shall be
used for the purposes of ingress and egress only;
(b) Keep all doors, windows, locks and hardware in good, clean order and repair; Locks are
not to be installed or changed.
(c) Smoking is not permitted in any apartments, porches, entry or hallways.
(d) Not leave windows or doors open during rain or temperature below 50 degrees
(e) Not hang any laundry, clothing, sheets, from any window, railing, porch. No additions or
alterations to the exterior of building.
(f) Not burn candles, cigarettes, marijuana, incense, fireplace fires or anything else which
might endanger the health and safety of tenants at this residence. Tenant accepts any
and all liability that may result from violation of this covenant
(g) Not modify, damage or remove any smoke detection, carbon monoxide detection and fire
extinguishing devices. Every unit has these devices, tenant shall notify landlord
immediately if any of these devices are missing or non-operational.
(h) Keep all showers, sinks, toilets, in good order and repair. TENANT AGREES NOT
FLUSH WIPES DOWN TOILET. Any damage and the cost of clearing stopped
plumbing, resulting from misuse, shall be borne by Tenant;
(j) Keep all stereos, televisions, and sound instruments turned down to a level of sound
that does not annoy or interfere with other residents;
(k) Deposit all garbage in the locations provided and shall not allow garbage, recyclables,
or debris to stand on the exterior of building or in common areas
(l) Parking is provided allowing one vehicle per tenant. Unregistered/immobile vehicles will
be considered abandoned and will be towed at owner’s expense. Vehicles parked
outside designated parking area on property may be towed. Guest parking is provided
only after residents parking is satisfied
(m) Outside storage is not provided in this lease. Bikes, tires, ATVs, BBQs, furniture, etc left
on the grounds will be removed at the owner’s expense.
(n) Any/all damage to unit will only be repaired by landlord or their agents
(o) Not grow or manufacture drugs on the property
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11. GROUND MAINTENANCE. Landlord accepts responsibility for Plowing/Mowing and general
upkeep of grounds. Any expenses incurred to pay for the additional maintenance due to tenant
and/or guests litter/neglect will be charged to the tenants.
12. SNOW REMOVAL. Landlord will remove snow in the driveway and parking lots, Tenant are
responsible to keep their decks, steps, walks clear of snow and accept the resulting liability of
doing such. Tenant agrees to assist by moving vehicles from driveways to the road following a
snow storm and notify the Landlord when this is complete. Tenants are expected to clear the lots
of their cars for snow removal within 12 hours of storm conclusion.
13. NOTICE OF REPAIRS. Tenant shall notify landlord immediately if any problem develops in
plumbing or wiring. Should water consumption exceed the typical 3 month average due to
unreported leaking plumbing, tenant agrees to compensate landlord the difference in water usage
expense
14. UTILITIES. Tenant agrees to provide fuel and operate the heating system that the unit is furnished
with. Tenant agrees to notify the landlord immediately should the heating system not operate
correctly. Tenant agrees to notify landlord of any planned extended absence of the unit and agrees
to not shut off the heating system during the winter months. Failure to abide by this rule and the
damage which may ensue will be the financial responsibility of the tenant(s).
15. EXTERIOR Tenant will not hang tapestry, flags, banners in windows of any building. Furniture and
or personal items are not to be left in yards.
16. AIR CONDITIONERS Tenant agrees not to install air conditioning unit in any windows.
17. INSPECTION OF PREMISES. Landlord and Landlord's agents with 48 hours notice shall have the
right, at all reasonable times during the term of this Agreement and any renewal thereof to enter
the Premises for the purpose of inspecting the Premises and all buildings and improvements
thereon for the purposes of making repairs, additions or alterations as may be deemed appropriate
by Landlord for the preservation of the premises or the building. Landlord and its agents shall
further have the right with 48 hours notice to exhibit the premises The right of entry shall likewise
exist for the purpose of removing signs, fixtures, alterations or additions, that do not conform to
this agreement or to any restrictions, rules or regulations affecting the Premises. In an emergency,
the landlord, or his agents may enter the premises without securing prior permission from the
tenant, but shall give tenant notice of such immediately thereafter.
18. DISTURBANCES. If there are any problems with regulatory authorities (Police, Etc) or
disturbances affecting other tenants or neighbors at this address, landlord reserves the right to
terminate this rental agreement
19. SURRENDER OF PREMISES. Upon the expiration of the term hereof, tenant shall surrender the
premises in as good a state and condition as they were at the commencement of this agreement,
reasonable use and wear and tear thereof and damages by elements excepted. Any apartment
with carpets shall be professionally cleaned prior to returning the premises to the landlord. Tenant
agrees that any belongings left on premises at lease conclusion will be discarded without liability
and at the tenant’s sole expense
20. ANIMALS. Tenant agrees not to keep any dogs or cats on property.
21. INDEMNIFICATION. Landlord shall not be liable for any damage or injury of or to the Tenant,
Tenant's family, guests, invitees, agents or employees or to any person entering the Premises or
the building of which the premises are a part or to goods or equipment, or in the structure or
equipment of the structure of which the Premises are a part, and Tenant hereby agrees to
indemnify, defend and hold Landlord harmless from any and all claims or assertions of every kind
and nature.
22. ATTORNEYS' FEES. Should it become necessary for Landlord to employ an attorney to enforce
any of the conditions or covenants hereof, including the collection of rentals or gaining possession
of the Premises, Tenant agrees to pay all expenses so incurred, including a reasonable attorneys'
fee.
23. NOTICE. Any notice required or permitted under this Lease or under state law shall be deemed
sufficiently given or served if sent by United States certified mail, return receipt requested.
24. AGREEMENT is between the Landlord and each signatory. In the event of default by any one
signatory, the remaining signatories shall be responsible for timely payment of rent and all other
provisions of this lease agreement.
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25. SUPPLEMENTAL REFRIGERATION tenant agrees not to add additional refrigeration appliances
to units in which all utilities are covered by landlord.
26. ENFORCEMENT Should tenants break covenants of this lease agreement, landlord will notify
tenants of violation(s). Tenants will be given 7 days to correct violation. Should violations not be
corrected, landlord may choose early lease termination. Should this happen, all tenants on this
lease will be held financially responsible for the financial fulfillment of the lease term or until a
suitable replacement can be found.
27. LANDLORD SIGNATURE:

Sign: ___________________________ Date: ______________

28. TENANT SIGNATURES:

Signature_______________________________Date__________________

Printed Name ___________________________________________

Home Address __________________________________________
Town, State, Zip _________________________________________
(Cell) Phone Number _____________________________________
Email__________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name/Number___________________________
Signature_______________________________Date__________________
Printed Name ___________________________________________
Home Address __________________________________________
Town, State, Zip _________________________________________
(Cell) Phone Number _____________________________________
Email__________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name/Number___________________________
Signature_______________________________Date__________________
Printed Name ___________________________________________
Home Address ___________________________________________
Town, State, Zip __________________________________________
(Cell) Phone Number _____________________________________
Email__________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name/Number___________________________
Signature_______________________________Date___________________
Printed Name _____________________________________________
Home Address ____________________________________________
Town, State, Zip ___________________________________________
(Cell) Phone Number _____________________________________