Garage Lease Agreement Template

Garage Lease Agreement Template

This Garage Lease Agreement (“Agreement”) is made as of the date of the last signature below.

1. Parties

Landlord (Owner/Lessor):
Full Legal Name: [Landlord Full Legal Name]
Address for Notices: [Street Address, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]
Phone: [Landlord Phone Number]
Email: [Landlord Email Address]

Tenant (Lessee):
Full Legal Name: [Tenant Full Legal Name]
Address for Notices: [Street Address, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]
Phone: [Tenant Phone Number]
Email: [Tenant Email Address]

2. Premises (Garage / Parking Space)

The Landlord leases to the Tenant the following premises (the “Premises”):

Type: [Enclosed garage / Parking bay / Parking stall / Storage garage / Other]
Location: [Street Address, Building Name, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]
Unit / Space / Bay Number (if any): [Number/Identifier]

Approximate Size/Description: [e.g., “Single-car garage,” “Covered parking bay,” etc.]

The Premises do not include any right to occupy or reside in any dwelling unit at the same address unless separately agreed in writing.

3. Term of Lease

Select one (or adapt as needed):

Fixed-Term Lease:
Start Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]
End Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

Month-to-Month Lease:
Start Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

If this is a month-to-month lease, either party may terminate by giving written notice at least [Number] days before the end of the then-current rental period, or as otherwise required by applicable law.

4. Rent and Payment Terms

Monthly Rent Amount: [Currency and Amount]

Rent Due Date: [e.g., “1st day of each month”]

Payment Method(s): [Bank transfer, online payment, check, etc.]

Place/Account for Payment: [Mailing address or payment account details]

Late Payment: If rent is not received within [Number] calendar days after the Due Date, Tenant will pay a late fee of: [Currency and Amount or percentage], if permitted by local law.

Returned Payment Fee (if any): [Currency and Amount]

5. Security Deposit

Security Deposit Amount: [Currency and Amount]

The Tenant pays the Security Deposit to the Landlord as security for performance of this Agreement, including payment of rent and repair of damage beyond normal wear and tear.

The Security Deposit will be held and returned (less any lawful deductions) within the time required by applicable law after the Tenant vacates the Premises and returns all keys/access devices. An itemized statement of deductions will be provided if required by law.

6. Permitted Use and Restrictions

6.1 Permitted Use
The Premises may be used only for the following purposes (select or describe):

☐ Parking and storing the following vehicle(s):

• Vehicle 1: Year/Make/Model/Color: [Details] – License Plate: [Plate Number]

• Vehicle 2 (if allowed): [Details]

☐ Storage of personal items, subject to restrictions below.

6.2 Use Restrictions

Unless the Landlord gives prior written consent or applicable law provides otherwise, the Tenant agrees:

• Not to use the Premises as living space or for overnight accommodation.

• Not to run a repair shop or commercial business from the Premises, except as expressly permitted here: [Business Use Terms or “None”].

• Not to store or use explosives, illegal substances, or hazardous, highly flammable, or toxic materials.

• Not to store perishable goods, garbage, or items likely to attract pests.

• Not to make major alterations, install heavy equipment, or modify electrical, structural, or security systems.

• To comply with all building, fire, safety, and zoning rules and with any written building or parking rules attached or provided by the Landlord.

7. Access, Keys, and Entry

7.1 Keys / Access Devices
The Landlord provides the Tenant with:

• Keys: [Number of keys]

• Access card/fob/remote: [Description and number]

The Tenant must not copy keys or access devices or give them to others without the Landlord’s consent, except for reasonable use by household members or authorized drivers listed above.

7.2 Landlord’s Right of Entry
The Landlord may enter the Premises at reasonable times for inspection, maintenance, repairs, or to show the Premises to prospective tenants or buyers, upon reasonable advance notice to the Tenant, except in emergencies or as allowed by law.

8. Maintenance, Repairs, and Condition

8.1 Landlord Responsibilities

The Landlord will:

• Maintain the structure of the garage (walls, roof, main doors) and any shared driveways or common areas under the Landlord’s control, as required by law;

• Keep the Premises in a condition reasonably fit for the agreed use, subject to normal wear and tear.

8.2 Tenant Responsibilities

The Tenant will:

• Keep the Premises reasonably clean and free from trash and obstructions;

• Promptly notify the Landlord of needed repairs or unsafe conditions;

• Not damage the Premises and will be responsible for damage caused by the Tenant, occupants, or guests beyond normal wear and tear;

• Not make structural changes or install fixtures without the Landlord’s prior written consent.

Minor cleaning and routine tasks inside the Premises are the Tenant’s responsibility unless otherwise agreed in writing.

9. Insurance and Risk of Loss

• The Tenant understands that the Landlord’s property insurance generally does not cover the Tenant’s vehicle(s) or stored items.

• The Tenant is responsible for insuring any vehicle or personal property stored in the Premises.

• The Tenant uses and occupies the Premises and stores property there at the Tenant’s own risk, except as otherwise provided by applicable law or this Agreement.

Nothing in this section permits the Landlord to act fraudulently or to ignore duties imposed by local law.

10. Rules, Conduct, and Parking Practices

The Tenant agrees to:

• Park only within the designated space and not block driveways, alleys, or other spaces;

• Respect any posted speed limits and traffic directions on the property;

• Avoid creating excessive noise, fumes, or disturbances while entering or using the Premises;

• Comply with any written building/parking rules attached to this Agreement or delivered to Tenant (reasonable, non-discriminatory rules).

11. Default and Remedies

11.1 Tenant Default

The Tenant is in default if the Tenant:

• Fails to pay rent when due and does not cure within any applicable notice or grace period;

• Materially breaches any term of this Agreement or building rules and does not cure within any applicable notice/cure period;

• Uses the Premises for illegal purposes.

If a default occurs, the Landlord may take actions allowed by law, which may include written notices, termination of this Agreement, and lawful repossession of the Premises, subject to any required court procedures.

11.2 Landlord Default

The Landlord is in default if the Landlord materially fails to perform obligations under this Agreement or applicable law (for example, refusing to provide agreed access without cause or failing to maintain basic safety), after any required notice and cure period. The Tenant’s remedies will be those available under local law and any lawful terms of this Agreement.

12. Termination and Move-Out

When this Agreement ends for any reason, the Tenant will:

• Remove all vehicles and personal property from the Premises;

• Leave the Premises in reasonably clean condition, free of trash and personal items, subject to normal wear and tear;

• Return all keys and access devices to the Landlord.

Any property left behind may be handled according to applicable law (for example, storage, notice, and disposal rules).

13. Notices

All notices under this Agreement must be in writing and delivered by one or more of the following methods (to the extent permitted by law):

• Personal delivery;

• Certified or registered mail;

• Recognized courier service;

• Email to the addresses listed in Section 1 (if the parties agree to accept email notices).

Notices will be sent to the addresses in Section 1 unless a party provides a new notice address in writing.

14. Miscellaneous

• Governing Law: This Agreement is governed by the laws of [State/Province, Country].

• Entire Agreement: This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties regarding the Premises and replaces any prior written or oral agreements about the same subject.

• Amendments: Any change to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties, unless applicable law provides otherwise.

• Severability: If any part of this Agreement is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect to the extent permitted by law.

15. Optional Addenda / Attachments

If used, check and attach:

☐ Building / Parking Rules Addendum
☐ Vehicle Information Schedule
☐ Move-In / Move-Out Condition Checklist
☐ Other: [Description]

17. Signatures

By signing below, the parties agree to be bound by this Garage Lease Agreement.

Landlord:
Signature: _______________________________
Printed Name: [Landlord Full Legal Name]
Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

Tenant:
Signature: _______________________________
Printed Name: [Tenant Full Legal Name]
Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]