Housemate / Flatmate Agreement Template

This Housemate / Flatmate Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made as of [Effective Date] by and among the following roommates (each a “Housemate,” collectively the “Housemates”):

• Housemate 1: [Full Name], phone/email: [Contact]

• Housemate 2: [Full Name], phone/email: [Contact]

• Housemate 3 (Optional): [Full Name], phone/email: [Contact]

Housemate 1: [Full Name], phone/email: [Contact]

Housemate 2: [Full Name], phone/email: [Contact]

Housemate 3 (Optional): [Full Name], phone/email: [Contact]

Address of the Home: [Full Address] (the “Home”).

1. Background and Lease

1.1 Lease Status (Select One):

☐ All Housemates are on the lease

☐ Only some Housemates are on the lease (list): [Names]

☐ Sublease/room rental arrangement (describe): [Details]

1.2 Landlord/Agent (Optional): [Name + contact].

1.3 Term of This Agreement: From [Start Date] to [End Date] (or “month-to-month”), unless ended under Section 10.

2. Rent and Payment

2.1 Total Rent: $[Total Rent] per month, due to ☐ Landlord ☐ Primary tenant ☐ Other: [Payee].

2.2 Rent Split (Select One):

☐ Equal split: $[Amount] per Housemate

☐ Custom split:

• Housemate 1: $[Amount]

• Housemate 2: $[Amount]

• Housemate 3 (Optional): $[Amount]

Housemate 1: $[Amount]

Housemate 2: $[Amount]

Housemate 3 (Optional): $[Amount]

2.3 Housemate Payment Due Date: [Day of month] (or [**] days before landlord due date).

2.4 Payment Method: ☐ Bank transfer ☐ Cash ☐ App (Venmo/PayPal/etc.) ☐ Other: [Method].

2.5 Late Payment (Optional): Payment is late after [**] days and late fee is $[__] (if permitted) or the late fees charged by the landlord will be shared by: [Equal/custom].

3. Utilities and Shared Bills

3.1 Bills Covered (Select All That Apply): ☐ Electricity ☐ Gas ☐ Water ☐ Internet ☐ Trash ☐ Streaming ☐ Other: [List].

3.2 Split Method: ☐ Equal split ☐ Based on usage ☐ Other: [Explain].

3.3 Bill Manager (Optional): [Name] will collect and pay: [Which bills].

3.4 Due Date for Reimbursement: [Date/day] each month (or within [__] days of bill receipt).

4. Security Deposit and Fees

4.1 Deposit Paid to Landlord (If Any): $[Amount].

4.2 Deposit Contributions (Select One):

☐ Equal split: $[Amount] each

☐ Custom split: [Details]

4.3 Move-Out Deposit Return: Deposits will be returned after landlord returns funds and after deductions for: ☐ damage ☐ unpaid rent/bills ☐ cleaning fees ☐ other: [List].

4.4 Application/Move-In Fees (Optional): [Details].

5. Rooms, Shared Areas, and Property

5.1 Bedroom Assignments:

• Housemate 1: [Room]

• Housemate 2: [Room]

• Housemate 3 (Optional): [Room]

Housemate 1: [Room]

Housemate 2: [Room]

Housemate 3 (Optional): [Room]

5.2 Shared Areas: Kitchen, living room, bathrooms, laundry, storage, etc.

5.3 Furniture and Shared Items (Optional): [Who owns what / shared purchases / rules for replacing items].

5.4 No Borrowing Without Permission: Personal items must not be used without the owner’s consent.

6. Cleaning, Chores, and Maintenance

6.1 Cleaning Standard: [Basic standard, e.g., “leave areas as you found them; clean spills immediately”].

6.2 Chore Plan (Select One):

☐ Weekly rotation (attach list)

☐ Assigned areas (e.g., each person responsible for certain tasks)

☐ Other: [Describe]

6.3 Supplies: Shared supplies (paper towels, soap, etc.) will be paid by: ☐ equal split ☐ rotating buyer ☐ other: [Method].

6.4 Repairs and Issues: Housemates will report issues to: ☐ Landlord ☐ Primary tenant ☐ Group chat/other: [Method].

7. House Rules (Noise, Smoking, Pets)

7.1 Quiet Hours (Optional): From [Time] to [Time] on ☐ weekdays ☐ weekends ☐ all days.

7.2 Smoking/Vaping: ☐ Not allowed ☐ Allowed only: [Where].

7.3 Pets: ☐ No pets ☐ Pets allowed with rules: [Rules + pet responsibilities + fees].

7.4 Illegal Activity: Not permitted in the Home.

8. Guests and Overnight Stays

8.1 Guests: Housemates will be considerate and communicate in advance when possible.

8.2 Overnight Guests (Optional Policy):

• Max nights per week/month: [Number]

• Notice required: [Yes/No + details]

• Shared space use rules: [Rules]

Max nights per week/month: [Number]

Notice required: [Yes/No + details]

Shared space use rules: [Rules]

8.3 Responsibility: Hosting Housemate is responsible for guest behavior, noise, and any damage.

9. Shared Expenses and Damage

9.1 Accidental Damage: The person responsible will reimburse the cost to repair/replace.

9.2 Shared Damage/Unknown Cause: Costs will be split ☐ equally ☐ by agreement after discussion.

9.3 Cleaning Fees: If the landlord charges a cleaning fee due to a specific Housemate’s actions, that Housemate is responsible.

10. Moving Out, Replacement, and Ending the Agreement

10.1 Notice to Move Out: A Housemate must give at least [**] days’ written notice to the other Housemates.

10.2 Replacement Housemate (If Allowed): Any new housemate must be approved by: ☐ unanimous consent ☐ majority ☐ primary tenant/leaseholder and must meet landlord/lease requirements.

10.3 Rent Responsibility Until Replacement: The moving Housemate remains responsible for their share until: ☐ end of lease term ☐ replacement moves in ☐ other: [Rule].

10.4 Move-Out Condition: Room must be cleaned and keys returned by: [Date/Time].

10.5 Final Bills: Final utilities and shared expenses will be settled within [**] days after move-out.

11. Disputes and Communication

11.1 Communication Method: ☐ Group chat ☐ Email ☐ Other: [Method].

11.2 Dispute Steps:

• Discuss in person within [__] days

• If unresolved, use: ☐ mediator ☐ trusted third party ☐ written compromise plan

Discuss in person within [__] days

If unresolved, use: ☐ mediator ☐ trusted third party ☐ written compromise plan

12. General Terms

12.1 No Legal Advice / Lease Controls: This Agreement is an internal arrangement between Housemates and does not change the landlord’s rights under the lease.

12.2 Changes: Any changes must be in writing and agreed by: ☐ all Housemates ☐ majority (define): [Rule].

12.3 Governing Law (Optional): [State/Country].

Signatures

By signing below, the Housemates agree to follow this Housemate / Flatmate Agreement.

Housemate 1: [Full Name]

Date: [Date]

Signature: ___________________________

Housemate 2: [Full Name]

Date: [Date]

Signature: ___________________________

Housemate 3 (Optional): [Full Name]

Date: [Date]

Signature: ___________________________