Residential Occupancy Agreement

Residential Occupancy AgreementShared Veterans Housing

01Parties & Premises

This Residential Occupancy Agreement ("Agreement") is made between Wilson-Randolph Holdings ("Provider") and the resident named below ("Resident").

The Resident is granted the right to occupy the room listed above and to use the shared common areas (kitchen, living room, bathrooms, laundry, and yard) together with other residents.

02Term

Unless a fixed term is selected, this Agreement continues month to month until ended by either party as described in Section 9.

03Program Fee, Deposit & Payment

1. The program fee is due on the 1st day of each month. A payment not received by the 5th is late, and the late fee listed above may be charged.
2. The security deposit will be held and returned according to Maryland law after move-out, less any lawful deductions for unpaid fees or damage beyond normal wear and tear documented on the Move-In / Move-Out Inspection. An itemized list of deductions will be provided.
3. A receipt will be provided for every payment.

04What Is Included

05House Rules

The Rules & Regulations are part of this Agreement. The Resident agrees to follow them. A serious or repeated violation of the house rules is a violation of this Agreement.

06Resident Responsibilities

1. Keep the room and shared areas clean, safe, and sanitary, and complete assigned chores.
2. Pay for any damage caused by the Resident or the Resident's guests beyond normal wear and tear.
3. Report needed repairs, leaks, pests, or safety concerns promptly.
4. Not sublet, assign, or allow any other person to live in the room.
5. Use the premises only as a private residence and in compliance with all laws.

07Provider Responsibilities

1. Maintain the property in safe, habitable condition and make needed repairs within a reasonable time.
2. Provide working smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers.
3. Apply house rules fairly and consistently to all residents.
4. Respect Resident privacy and keep personal information confidential.

08Entry & Inspections

The Provider may enter the Resident's room with at least 24 hours' notice for inspections, repairs, or showings, and at any time without notice in an emergency that threatens health, safety, or property. Shared common areas may be accessed by the Provider at any time.

09Ending Occupancy

1. By the Resident: The Resident should give at least 30 days' written notice before moving out.
2. By the Provider: The Provider may end this Agreement for non-payment, serious or repeated violations of this Agreement or the house rules, or as otherwise permitted by law, by giving the notice required under Maryland law.
3. Upon move-out, the Resident will return all keys, remove personal belongings, leave the room clean, and complete the Move-Out Inspection with the House Manager.
4. Property left behind after move-out will be handled according to Maryland law. The Resident should provide a forwarding address for the return of the deposit.

10General Terms

1. This Agreement, the Rules & Regulations, and the Move-In / Move-Out Inspection form the entire agreement between the parties. Changes must be in writing and signed by both parties.
2. If any part of this Agreement is found unenforceable, the rest remains in effect.
3. This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Maryland.
4. Wilson-Randolph Holdings does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, familial status, or any other protected class.

This agreement is a starting template. Have it reviewed by a Maryland attorney before use so the notice periods, deposit terms, and occupancy classification match your program and current law.

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