Lease Agreement Checklist

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Parties & Premises

1 of 10

Verifies correct identification of landlord/tenant and accurate description of the property.

Landlord's Full Legal Name

Tenant's Full Legal Name(s)

Property Address (Street Number and Name)

Property Address (Apartment/Unit Number, if applicable)

City, State, Zip Code

Detailed Description of Property (e.g., including appliances, parking space)

Number of Bedrooms

Number of Bathrooms

Property Type

Lease Term & Rent

2 of 10

Confirms the lease start and end dates and the agreed-upon rental amount.

Lease Start Date

Lease End Date

Monthly Rent Amount

Rent Payment Method(s) Accepted

Late Fee Amount (if applicable)

Date Late Fee Applied (if applicable)

Grace Period for Rent Payment (if applicable)

Rent Increase Clause (Yes/No)

Security Deposit

3 of 10

Ensures proper handling and accounting for the security deposit, including return procedures.

Security Deposit Amount

Permitted Deductions Explanation (e.g., unpaid rent, damages)

State Law Regarding Interest on Security Deposit?

Date Security Deposit Received

Conditions for Return of Security Deposit (e.g., property in same condition)

Maximum Timeframe for Security Deposit Return (Days)

Method of Return for Security Deposit?

Documentation of Pre-existing Property Conditions (e.g., move-in checklist)

Utilities & Services

4 of 10

Clarifies responsibility for utility payments and other services.

Which Utilities are Tenant Responsible For?

Which Services are Tenant Responsible For?

Utility Account Numbers (if applicable)

Specific Utility Instructions or Details

Method of Utility Readings (if applicable)

Maintenance & Repairs

5 of 10

Outlines responsibilities for property maintenance and repair requests.

Landlord’s Responsibilities for Maintenance:

Tenant’s Responsibilities for Maintenance:

Maximum Response Time for Repair Requests (in hours):

Method for Reporting Maintenance Issues:

Date of Next Scheduled HVAC Maintenance:

Who is responsible for pest control?

Specific Details Regarding Appliance Maintenance (e.g., refrigerator, oven):

Rules & Regulations

6 of 10

Details any specific rules or regulations tenants must adhere to.

Pet Policy Confirmation

Specific Pet Restrictions (if applicable)

Smoking Policy

Noise Restrictions Details

Guest Policy

Parking Regulations Details

Alterations to Premises

Default & Termination

7 of 10

Explains circumstances leading to lease default and termination procedures.

Number of Days Grace Period for Rent Payment

Description of Events Constituting Lease Default

Date Notice of Default Must Be Served

Procedure for Tenant Opportunity to Cure Default (if applicable)

Method of Delivering Notice of Termination

Date Tenant Must Vacate Property Upon Termination

Consequences of Unauthorized Occupancy After Termination

Method for Returning Unused Rent/Security Deposit

Insurance & Liability

8 of 10

Addresses liability for damages and insurance requirements.

Landlord's Insurance Coverage?

Tenant's Insurance Required?

Description of Required Tenant Insurance (if applicable)

Required Tenant Insurance Coverage Amount (if applicable)

Indemnification Clause Review – Is it reasonable and compliant?

Is there a Waiver of Subrogation Clause?

Liability Coverage Adequacy Assessment

Notes on Liability & Insurance Review

Amendments & Signatures

9 of 10

Confirms proper authorization and signatures on all lease amendments.

Amendment Effective Date

Description of Amendment

Landlord Printed Name

Landlord Signature

Tenant Printed Name

Tenant Signature

Date Signed

Legal Compliance

10 of 10

Ensures the lease agreement complies with all applicable state and local laws.

State Law Compliance Check

Specific State Law Notes

Fair Housing Act Compliance

Accessibility Compliance (ADA)

Required Notice Period (Days)

Last Legal Review Date

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