Standard Rental Terms & Agreement
1. RENTAL TERM: This Agreement shall commence on the Lease Start Date indicated on the Application Form and shall continue on a month-to-month basis (or other selected cycle) until terminated by either party with 10 days written notice prior to the end of the current term.
2. RENT & PAYMENTS: Rent is due on the Next Due Date specified. A late fee will be applied if payment is not received within 5 days of the due date. The Facility reserves the right to change the rental rate with 30 days notice.
3. PERMITTED USE: The space is for the storage of personal property only. Human or animal habitation is strictly prohibited. Tenant shall not use the unit for any unlawful purpose or for conducting business activities.
4. PROHIBITED ITEMS: Tenant agrees NOT to store: explosives, flammable liquids, toxic chemicals, perishables, lithium-ion batteries not contained in devices, or any items deemed hazardous by local fire codes.
5. INSURANCE & LIABILITY: THE FACILITY DOES NOT PROVIDE INSURANCE FOR THE TENANT'S STORED GOODS. Tenant understands that insurance is their sole responsibility. The Facility is not liable for loss or damage due to fire, theft, water, pests, or acts of God.
6. LIEN RIGHTS (STATE LAW): PURSUANT TO STATE LAW, THE FACILITY HAS A STATUTORY LIEN ON ALL PERSONAL PROPERTY STORED WITHIN THE UNIT FOR RENT, LABOR, OR OTHER CHARGES. FAILURE TO PAY RENT MAY RESULT IN THE SALE OF THE STORED PROPERTY TO SATISFY THE LIEN.
7. FACILITY ACCESS: Tenant will be provided a Gate Access Code. Tenant shall not share this code with unauthorized persons. The Facility reserves the right to restrict access if the account balance is past due.
8. CONDITION ON VACATE: Upon termination, Tenant shall leave the unit empty and in "broom-clean" condition. Any items left behind will be considered abandoned and disposed of at the Tenant's expense.
Note: This boilerplate is for informational purposes and should be reviewed by legal counsel in your specific state to ensure compliance with local self-storage statutes.