AI Generated American Room Rental Agreement
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Housing built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. Lead from paint, paint chips, and dust can pose health hazards if not managed properly. Lead exposure is especially harmful to young children and pregnant women. Before renting pre-1978 housing, landlords must disclose the presence of known lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards in the dwelling. Tenants must receive the federally approved pamphlet on lead poisoning prevention. The Landlord has no knowledge of lead-based paint in the premises.

The Landlord discloses that the rental unit and building are free of bedbug infestation as of the date of this Agreement. The Tenant must promptly notify the Landlord in writing of any bedbug infestation and cooperate with any treatment. The Tenant shall not introduce bedbugs or allow conditions that promote infestation.

The Landlord warrants that the premises are fit for human habitation and comply with all applicable New York housing, building, and health codes. This includes adequate heat, hot and cold water, electricity, and structurally sound premises free from vermin, mold, and other hazards as required by New York Real Property Law \§ 235-b.

The security deposit shall be held in compliance with New York General Obligations Law \§ 7-108. The Landlord shall return the deposit or provide an itemized statement of any deductions within 14 days after the Tenant has vacated the premises. No security deposit shall exceed one month's rent for leases longer than one year.

Pursuant to New York law, the Landlord shall not charge application fees exceeding reasonable costs, move-in or move-out fees, or other fees prohibited under the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019. Late fees are limited to reasonable amounts not exceeding $50 or 5\% of monthly rent, whichever is less, and only after a 5-day grace period.

The Tenant shall not engage in any illegal activities on the premises, including but not limited to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of controlled substances. Any such activity constitutes a material breach of this Agreement and may result in immediate termination and eviction.

No pets are allowed without the prior written consent of the Landlord. If approved, the Tenant shall pay a non-refundable pet fee of $250 and an additional monthly pet rent of $25. The Tenant is responsible for any damage caused by the pet and must comply with all applicable pet laws.

The Tenant is not provided with any dedicated parking space. Street parking is available subject to local regulations. The Landlord is not responsible for any damage to vehicles parked on the property.

The Tenant may not assign this Agreement. Subletting is permitted only with the Landlord's prior written consent, which shall not be unreasonably withheld, in accordance with New York Real Property Law \§ 226-b. The Tenant must provide 30 days' notice of any proposed sublet.

Neither party shall be liable for delays or failure to perform obligations due to events beyond their control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, natural disasters, or government orders (force majeure). If such event continues for more than 30 days, either party may terminate this Agreement with written notice.

The Landlord and Tenant shall conduct a joint move-in inspection documented with photographs or video prior to occupancy. A similar move-out inspection shall be conducted upon termination. The Tenant has the right to be present at the move-out inspection.

The Landlord has installed working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in compliance with New York law. The Tenant shall not tamper with or disable these devices and must promptly report any malfunctions. The Tenant is responsible for replacing batteries as needed.

The Landlord discloses that the property has no known mold conditions. The Tenant must keep the premises ventilated and report any moisture or mold issues immediately. The Tenant is responsible for damage caused by their negligence leading to mold.

To the extent permitted by New York law, the parties hereby waive any right to a trial by jury in any action or proceeding arising out of or related to this Agreement.

The Landlord and Tenant agree to comply with all provisions of the Federal Fair Housing Act and New York State Human Rights Law. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class is prohibited.

For purposes of this Agreement: "Premises" means the room and common areas at 123 Main Street, Apartment 4B, New York, NY 10001; "Normal Wear and Tear" means deterioration from ordinary use; "Emergency" means circumstances posing imminent threat to health, safety, or property.