RV Lot Rental Agreement Template: Space Use, Fees & Park Rules

RV Lot Rental Agreement Template

This RV Lot Rental Agreement (“Agreement”) is made as of the date of the last signature below.

1. Parties

Landlord / Property Owner (“Landlord”):

Full Legal Name (or Business Name): [Landlord Full Legal Name or Business Name]

Address for Notices: [Street Address, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]

Phone: [Landlord Phone Number]

Email: [Landlord Email Address]

Tenant / RV Occupant (“Tenant”):

Full Legal Name: [Tenant Full Legal Name]

Mailing Address (if different from lot): [Street Address, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]

Phone: [Tenant Phone Number]

Email: [Tenant Email Address]

2. Property and Lot Description

Property Address: [Property Street Address, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]

Leased RV lot (the “Lot”):

Lot / Space / Pad Number or Identifier: [Lot Number or Identifier]

Approximate Location/Description: [Short description, such as “north section near entrance”]

Hookups Provided: [Full hookup (water/sewer/electric) / Water and electric / Other]

Common areas or amenities available to Tenant, if any, subject to rules: [Examples: driveway, shared yard, laundry, clubhouse, pool, mail area]

3. Term of Rental

Rental Start Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

Select one option and complete:

Fixed-Term Rental:

End Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

The rental ends on the End Date unless renewed in writing or as required by applicable law.

Month-to-Month Rental:

The rental continues on a month-to-month basis until terminated.

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

4. Rent and Other Charges

Base Monthly (or Periodic) Rent for Lot: [Currency and Amount]

Rent Due Date: [Description, such as “1st day of each month”]

Payment Method(s): [Bank transfer, online payment, check, card, other]

Place/Account for Payment: [Payment Address or Account Details]

Late Fee (if permitted by law):

Rent not received within [Number] calendar days after the Due Date may be subject to a late fee of [Currency and Amount or Percentage], as allowed by applicable law.

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

Additional recurring charges, if applicable:

– Utility charge: [Description and Amount]

– Extra vehicle / trailer fee: [Description and Amount]

– Pet fee: [Description and Amount]

– Other recurring charge: [Description and Amount]

5. Security Deposit

Security Deposit Amount: [Currency and Amount or “0”]

The Security Deposit is held as security for Tenant’s obligations under this Agreement, including payment of rent and fees and repair of damage to the Lot or common areas beyond normal wear and tear.

After Tenant vacates the Lot, removes the RV and personal property, and returns any keys/access devices, Landlord will return any remaining Security Deposit, less lawful deductions, within the time required by applicable law. If required, Landlord will provide an itemized statement of deductions.

6. RV Description

The Tenant may occupy the Lot only with the RV described below (the “RV”), unless Landlord approves a replacement RV in writing:

RV Type: [Motorhome / Fifth Wheel / Travel Trailer / Toy Hauler / Other]

Year: [Year]

Make: [Make]

Model: [Model]

Length: [Length in feet/meters]

License Plate Number and State/Province: [Plate Number and Jurisdiction]

VIN / Serial Number: [VIN or Serial Number]

Tenant represents that the RV is in safe, operable condition and complies with applicable registration, inspection, and size requirements.

7. Use and Occupancy

7.1 Permitted Use

The Lot is rented only for:

• Parking and occupying the RV identified in Section 6; and

• Reasonable outdoor use of the immediate area within the boundaries of the Lot, consistent with this Agreement and any written rules.

Parking and occupying the RV identified in Section 6; and

Reasonable outdoor use of the immediate area within the boundaries of the Lot, consistent with this Agreement and any written rules.

7.2 Occupancy Limits

Maximum number of overnight occupants in the RV: [Number]

Names of regular occupants: [Names]

Visitors may stay overnight only as allowed by applicable law and any written rules.

7.3 Prohibited Uses

Without Landlord’s prior written consent and subject to local law, Tenant will not:

• Use the Lot or property for illegal activity;

• Operate a public-facing business from the RV or Lot (beyond normal home-office use);

• Sublet the Lot or assign this Agreement;

• Rent out the RV on the Lot as a hotel or short-term rental to others;

• Erect permanent buildings, large decks, or fences beyond what is allowed by written rules and local codes;

• Store extra boats, trailers, or vehicles on the Lot except as permitted in writing.

Use the Lot or property for illegal activity;

Operate a public-facing business from the RV or Lot (beyond normal home-office use);

Sublet the Lot or assign this Agreement;

Rent out the RV on the Lot as a hotel or short-term rental to others;

Erect permanent buildings, large decks, or fences beyond what is allowed by written rules and local codes;

Store extra boats, trailers, or vehicles on the Lot except as permitted in writing.

8. Utilities and Services

Indicate which utilities/services are provided and how they are billed.

Included in Base Rent (if applicable):

☐ Water

☐ Sewer or septic

☐ Electricity (describe limits if any)

☐ Trash collection

☐ Basic common-area maintenance

☐ Other: [Description]

Separately Metered or Billed to Tenant:

☐ Electricity – [Metered and billed at posted rates / Tenant’s direct account]

☐ Gas/Propane – [Park-supplied and billed / Tenant’s direct account]

☐ Internet / Cable – [Tenant’s direct account / Landlord charge]

☐ Other: [Description and billing method]

Tenant agrees to use utilities reasonably and safely and not to overload electrical, water, or sewer systems.

9. Rules and Conduct

Tenant agrees to comply with all reasonable written rules, regulations, and policies provided by Landlord and any updates given in writing.

Rules may cover, for example:

• Quiet hours;

• Speed limits on driveways or private roads;

• Use of common areas and any shared facilities;

• Appearance and upkeep of the RV and Lot;

• Prohibitions on excessive noise, disruptive behavior, fireworks, or open fires not in approved areas;

• Procedures for trash disposal and yard maintenance.

Quiet hours;

Speed limits on driveways or private roads;

Use of common areas and any shared facilities;

Appearance and upkeep of the RV and Lot;

Prohibitions on excessive noise, disruptive behavior, fireworks, or open fires not in approved areas;

Procedures for trash disposal and yard maintenance.

10. Vehicles and Parking

Tenant’s authorized vehicle(s) in addition to the RV:

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

Vehicle 2 (if allowed): Year/Make/Model/Color: [Details] – License Plate: [Plate Number]

Tenant agrees to:

• Park only in areas designated by Landlord;

• Not block roads, driveways, or access to other lots;

• Comply with any posted parking rules and vehicle limits;

• Keep inoperable or unregistered vehicles off the Lot unless allowed in writing.

Park only in areas designated by Landlord;

Not block roads, driveways, or access to other lots;

Comply with any posted parking rules and vehicle limits;

Keep inoperable or unregistered vehicles off the Lot unless allowed in writing.

11. Pets

Pets Allowed: [Yes / No]

If pets are allowed:

• Maximum number and type of pets: [Description]

• Pet Deposit or Pet Fee (if any): [Amount and whether refundable or non-refundable]

Maximum number and type of pets: [Description]

Pet Deposit or Pet Fee (if any): [Amount and whether refundable or non-refundable]

Tenant agrees to keep pets under control, comply with leash and waste cleanup rules, prevent excessive noise or aggressive behavior, and follow any additional written pet rules.

12. Maintenance and Repairs

12.1 Landlord Responsibilities

Landlord will:

• Maintain driveways, shared access areas, and utilities under Landlord’s control in a reasonably safe condition, as required by law;

• Maintain the general condition of the Lot (grading and main utility connections) suitable for RV occupancy, subject to weather and normal wear.

Maintain driveways, shared access areas, and utilities under Landlord’s control in a reasonably safe condition, as required by law;

Maintain the general condition of the Lot (grading and main utility connections) suitable for RV occupancy, subject to weather and normal wear.

12.2 Tenant Responsibilities

Tenant will:

• Maintain the RV, steps, hoses, cords, and personal items in safe and orderly condition;

• Keep the Lot and the area around the RV reasonably clean and free from trash, clutter, and hazards;

• Perform any yard care required by this Agreement or written rules (such as mowing or trimming within the Lot);

• Avoid damaging the Lot or property and promptly report unsafe conditions or needed repairs;

• Be responsible for damage to the Lot, utilities, or property caused by Tenant, occupants, or guests, beyond normal wear and tear.

Maintain the RV, steps, hoses, cords, and personal items in safe and orderly condition;

Keep the Lot and the area around the RV reasonably clean and free from trash, clutter, and hazards;

Perform any yard care required by this Agreement or written rules (such as mowing or trimming within the Lot);

Avoid damaging the Lot or property and promptly report unsafe conditions or needed repairs;

Be responsible for damage to the Lot, utilities, or property caused by Tenant, occupants, or guests, beyond normal wear and tear.

13. Insurance and Risk of Loss

• Tenant is responsible for insuring the RV and Tenant’s personal property in or around the Lot.

• Tenant understands that Landlord’s insurance generally does not cover Tenant’s RV or personal property.

• Tenant occupies and uses the Lot and property at Tenant’s own risk, except as otherwise required by applicable law or expressly stated in this Agreement.

Tenant is responsible for insuring the RV and Tenant’s personal property in or around the Lot.

Tenant understands that Landlord’s insurance generally does not cover Tenant’s RV or personal property.

Tenant occupies and uses the Lot and property at Tenant’s own risk, except as otherwise required by applicable law or expressly stated in this Agreement.

14. Default and Remedies

14.1 Tenant Default

Tenant is in default if Tenant:

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

• Materially breaches this Agreement or written rules and does not cure within any required notice period;

• Uses the Lot or property for illegal purposes.

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

Materially breaches this Agreement or written rules and does not cure within any required notice period;

Uses the Lot or property for illegal purposes.

If a default occurs, Landlord may take actions allowed by applicable law, which may include written notice, termination of this Agreement, and lawful steps to recover possession of the Lot, subject to any required procedures.

14.2 Landlord Default

Landlord is in default if Landlord materially fails to perform obligations under this Agreement or applicable law after any required notice and cure period. Tenant’s remedies will be those available under local law and under any lawful terms of this Agreement.

15. Termination and Move-Out

When this Agreement ends for any reason, Tenant will:

• Pay all rent and charges owed through the end of the rental period;

• Safely disconnect utilities and remove the RV and all personal property from the Lot and any storage areas by the move-out date;

• Leave the Lot reasonably clean and free of trash and abandoned items;

• Return any keys, access cards, remotes, or fobs to Landlord.

Pay all rent and charges owed through the end of the rental period;

Safely disconnect utilities and remove the RV and all personal property from the Lot and any storage areas by the move-out date;

Leave the Lot reasonably clean and free of trash and abandoned items;

Return any keys, access cards, remotes, or fobs to Landlord.

Any property left behind may be handled according to applicable law, which may include storage, towing, sale, or disposal after any required notices.

16. Notices

All notices under this Agreement must be in writing and delivered by one or more of the following methods, as permitted by law:

• Personal delivery;

• Certified or registered mail;

• Recognized courier service;

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

Personal delivery;

Certified or registered mail;

Recognized courier service;

Email to the addresses listed in Section 1, if both 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.

17. Miscellaneous

Governing Law:

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

Entire Agreement:

This Agreement, together with any written rules or addenda referenced in it, is the entire agreement between the parties regarding the Lot and replaces any prior written or oral agreements on 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 continue in effect to the extent permitted by law.

18. Optional Attachments

If used, check and attach:

☐ Lot Map or Diagram Showing the Space

☐ Written Rules and Regulations

☐ Utility and Metering Addendum

☐ Pet Policy Addendum

☐ Other Addendum: [Description]

19. Signatures

By signing below, the parties agree to be bound by this RV Lot Rental Agreement.

Landlord:

Signature: _______________________________

Printed Name: [Landlord Full Legal Name or Authorized Signer]

Title (if business): [Title]

Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

Tenant:

Signature: _______________________________

Printed Name: [Tenant Full Legal Name]

Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]