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ROOMMATE AGREEMENT
This Roommate Agreement is made ________ by and between the following:
I. ________
II. ________
Herein after collectively referred to as "Roommates" and individually as "Roommate" of the following address:
________
BACKGROUND
The above-mentioned Roommates share the apartment particularly described in this Agreement, and wish to use this Agreement to specify their rights and obligations in relation to their lease. This Agreement does not impair the rights and liabilities of each Roommate to other parties, such as the Landlord, Agent, or other parties not listed in this Agreement to which the Roommate may be contractually bound in respect to the current Lease.
Now, therefore, in consideration of the promises and covenants hereinafter contained in this Agreement, as well as other valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties hereby agree as follows:
1. THE LEASE
1.1. By virtue of a residential lease dated ________ (the "Lease"), the Roommates occupy the Rental Unit described as follows (the Rental Unit"):
________
1.2. The Lease is hereby created for a fixed period of: ________. The current Lease commenced on ________ (the "Commencement Date"), and shall end on ________ (the "Expiration Date").
1.3. The Roommates agree to comply with the terms of the Lease, including their obligations to the Landlord and other obligations required in the lease, particularly as it relates to rent payment and maintenance of the Rental Unit. This Agreement does not substitute the rights and responsibilities of the Roommates or the named Tenants in the Lease Agreement.
2. TERMINATION
If either of the Roommates intend to terminate before the natural expiration of this Agreement, the Roommate shall provide ________ notice to the other Roommate and such early termination shall be subject to finding a suitable replacement. The other Roommates shall retain the right to refuse early termination with or without complying with the above-mentioned conditions.
3. SECURITY DEPOSIT
3.1. The total security deposit is ₦________ (________) (the Security Deposit"). The Security Deposit shall be split equally between the Roommates. Therefore the Roommates shall pay ₦________ each.
4. RENT PAYMENT
4.1. The total rent for the Rental Unit is ₦________ (________) every week (the "Rent"). The rent shall be considered advance payment for that week. The rent shall be due each week on: Monday.
4.2. Each Roommate shall submit their share of the rent to one Roommate who shall be responsible for collecting the Rent and remitting the Rent to the Landlord in cash.
4.3. Each Roommate shall pay their share of the Rent promptly and in full on or before the due date. Any Roommate who fails to pay their share of the Rent when due shall be solely liable for any late fees, penalties, or charges arising from such default and shall indemnify the other Roommates against any loss or liability resulting therefrom.
5. UTILITIES AND OTHER CHARGES
5.1. The Roommates agree to share the payment for the following utilities (the "Utilities and Charges"):
5.1.1. Electricity bill, ₦________ (________)
5.1.2. Water bill, ₦________ (________)
5.1.3. Sanitation bill, ₦________ (________)
5.1.4. Television and Cable bill, ₦________ (________)
5.1.5. Internet (Wifi) bill, ₦________ (________)
5.1.6. Gas bill, ₦________ (________)
5.2. The payment of the Utilities and Charges shall be split between the Roommates in equal proportions irrespective of the size of the Roommate's living space.
5.3. If any Roommate persistently defaults in paying their share of the rent, utilities, and other charges shall be evicted from the Rental Unit, any one or more of the Roommates can eject such Roommate from the Rental Unit. Such defaulting Roommate shall be liable for the unpaid rent.
6. SHARED SPACES
6.1. The following common areas will be shared among the Roommates (the "Common Areas"):
________
6.2. The Roommates shall ensure the cleaning and proper maintenance of these common areas.
7. NEW ROOMMATES
The Roommates shall admit new roommate(s) upon meeting the following criteria:
________
8. EVICTION OF ROOMMATES
Any one or more of the Roommates may be evicted from the Rental Unit before the natural expiration of this Agreement if one or more of the following circumstances occur:
________
9. GENERAL RULES
________
9.2. The Roommates shall respect these quiet times and shall not engage in activities that would disturb the Quiet Time of the other Roommate.
9.4. Guests: The Roommates acknowledge can have guests, friends, visitors, partners, and overnight guests. Guests must respect the other Roommate and maintain the order of the Rental Unit and must respect the privacy of the other Roommate.
9.5. Maintenance and Repair: Each Roommate and other persons authorized by any Roommate shall at all times maintain and keep the Rental Unit and appurtenances in good and sanitary condition and repair with reasonable wear and tear during the term of this Agreement and any renewal thereof.
9.6. Animals and Pets: The Roommates are allowed to keep animals as pets in or around the Rental Unit.
9.7. Illegal Activities: Roommates shall not engage in illegal activities or use the Rental Unit for illegal purposes. All Roommates must comply with the state and federal rules and laws, including tenancy laws and guidelines.
9.8. Dangerous Materials: The Roommates agree not keep or permit the keeping of dangerous materials on or around the Rental Unit.
10. MISCELLANEOUS
10.1. Notices: Any notice required to be given under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given if delivered personally or sent by post or electronic mail to the Roommate at the address of the Rental Unit or such other address as may be notified in writing from time to time.
10.2. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and the Parties hereby submit to the jurisdiction of the courts having jurisdiction over the location of the Rental Unit.
10.3. Headings: Headings in this Agreement are used for convenience ony and shall not be construed to limit or affect the terms of this Agreement.
10.4. Counterparts: This Agreement many be executed in counterparts, all of which constitutes one Agreement.
10.5. Entire Agreement: This Agreement and any other agreement described as an addendum to this Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties and supersedes any prior contrary written or oral agreement made between them.
10.6. Assignment: No Party shall assign any of its obligation or duties under this Agreement, without the prior written consent of the other Party.
10.7. Enurement: This Agreement will enure the benefit of and be binding on the Parties and their respective heirs, executors, administrators and permitted successors and assigns.
10.8. Cumulative Rights: The rights of the Parties in this Agreement are cumulative and shall not be construed as exclusive except as otherwise stated by the law.
10.9. Waivers: Any term or provision of this Agreement may be waived in writing at any time by the Party entitled to such benefit. No delay, omission to exercise any right shall not be construed as waiver.
10.10. Severability: If any part of this Agreement is held unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement shall continue to be in force and have effect.
10.11. Further Assurance: The Parties shall execute and deliver all such documents and take all such actions and all steps to procure the performance of all such acts as may be necessary or incidental to give effect to the provisions of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Parties hereto have executed this Agreement this day and year first written above.
SIGNATURES
Name of Roommate: ________
Signature:_________________________________
Date:______________________________________
Name of Roommate: ________
Signature:_________________________________
Date:______________________________________
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