American Family Storage agrees to keep the complex and rental space in a condition of good repair and upkeep. The Renter accepts the premises in their present condition and agrees that American Family Storage shall not be liable for any defects now on the premises or hereafter to occur, nor shall they be liable for any damage, loss, or injury to the Renter, their guests, or their property suffered in or about the said premises because of any present or future defects in the form, character or condition of the leased premises or the grounds or area adjacent thereto, or other persons.
American Family Storage shall not be liable for personal injury or damage or loss of Renter's personal property from theft, vandalism, fire, water, snow, rain, hail, smoke, condensation, explosions, sonic booms or other causes whatsoever, unless the same is due to the negligence of American Family Storage. American Family Storage strongly recommends that the Renter secure insurance to protect himself against the above occurrences. The property stored in a storage space will not be insured unless Renter obtains insurance on his/her stored property.
Renter agrees that they will be responsible for any damages to said complex and to said space arising out of an act or action of the Renter, or any other person or persons in the employ or under the control of the Renter.
No rights of possession created by this agreement may be granted, sold or sublet by Renter.
It is mutually understood and agreed that American Family Storage and their agents shall have access to the leased premises at all reasonable times to inspect and protect the same, to make any repairs thereto, or alterations therein.
Renter agrees that no flammables, including but not limited to ammunition, gasoline or painting products, shall be stored in rental space except gasoline contained in the permanently-affixed and properly vented gas tank of a stored auto, boat, or snowmobile.
Either party may terminate tenancy by giving written notice to the other of intention to terminate, at least (10) days before the expiration of the Rental Agreement. American Family Storage shall have the right to enter and take possession of said premises upon the expiration of said notice in addition to any other remedy provided by law. Failure to give the required ten days' notice, prior to the expiration of the Rental Agreement, will make the Renter liable for another term as provided in this Rental Agreement.
GENERAL TERMS OF AGREEMENT
In all cases where the singular is used herein it shall include the plural if applicable.
Owner may change the Rules and Regulations at Owner’s sole discretion with thirty (30) days notice and posting the changes on Owner’s website, without regard for the term of this Agreement, so long as the revised Rules and Regulations apply to all Occupants and are made for the appropriate and efficient operations of the Facility. Occupant’s payment of monthly rent for the next following period constitutes acceptance for these changes.
Should American Family Storage be compelled to commence or sustain an action of law to enforce any of the terms of the Rental Agreement, including collection of said rents, or part thereof, or collection for damages or waste or to dispossess Renter or to recover possession of said premises, Renter shall pay all the costs in connection therewith including reasonable attorney's fees.
No failure of American Family Storage to enforce any part of this agreement shall be deemed as a waiver, nor shall any acceptance of a partial payment of rent be deemed a waiver of American Family Storage's right to full amount.
All notices shall be given in accordance with state laws. Where requirements are not spelled out by law, notice may be given by mailing the same, postage prepaid, to Renter at the address given or to American Family Storage at the address shown above or at such other places as may be designated.
Any holding over after expiration of lease term with the consent of American Family Storage, will be construed as a month-to-month tenancy in accordance with the terms of this agreement.
Renter agrees to reimburse American Family Storage promptly for the replacement cost of any loss, property damage, or cost of repairs or service caused by negligence or improper use by Renter, his agents, family or guests. Such reimbursement is due when American Family Storage makes demand. American Family Storage's failure to demand damage reimbursements, late-payment charges, returned check charges or other sums due by Renter, shall not be deemed a waiver and American Family Storage may demand the same at any time, including after move-out.
Renter shall notify American Family Storage immediately of needed repairs and American Family Storage shall act with due diligence in making repairs and RENT SHALL NOTABATE DURING SUCH PERIOD. If the damaged premises are unfit for storage, American Family Storage shall within reasonable time, in writing inform residents whether they intend to terminate the contract or repair said premises. If American Family Storage elects to repair the premises said repairs shall be undertaken with due diligence. If it is terminated, rent will be prorated and the balance refunded along with the deposit(s) less lawful deductions.
Renter agrees to remove all stored items off the property of American Family Storage and broom sweep out unit(s) when the lease is terminated or the security deposit will not be returned to Renter.
If Renter fails to pay rent or other lawful charges when due or to reimburse American Family Storage for damages, repairs or service costs when due or his family, guests or others violate this contract or American Family Storage's rules and regulations, or applicable state and local laws, or if Renter, his family, guests or others threaten or assault or use abusive or offensive language against any agent or employee or representative of American Family Storage, American Family Storage may terminate Renter's right to occupancy by giving Renter notice.
Due to increases in Utilities, Taxes, Insurance, and other operating expenses, American Family Storage may increase the monthly rental lease upon 30 days notice to Renter. In the event that Renter is in default and/or breach of this Agreement, the personal property of Renter shall not be removed, except by American Family Storage, until any and all amounts which are owed by Renter to American Family Storage are paid in full. In addition to any remedy at law or any remedy described herein, American Family Storage shall have a lien, by thisAgreement, on any and all of the personal property of Renter used or situated in or on the premises to secure the full payment of any amount Renter has not paid to American Family Storage which is due and owing. This lien shall attach immediately when any amount is owed by Renter to American Family Storage for more than five (5) days and American Family Storage may, without court order or court proceeding, hold and sell any such property of theRenter, at public or private sale, to pay for any such unpaid amount.