Trailer Storage Agreement Template

Trailer Storage Agreement Template

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

1. Parties

Storage Facility / Landlord (“Facility”):
Full Legal Name (or Business Name): [Facility Name]
Contact Person (if business): [Contact Name]
Address for Notices: [Street Address, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]
Phone: [Facility Phone Number]
Email: [Facility Email Address]

Trailer Owner / Renter (“Owner”):
Full Legal Name: [Owner Full Legal Name]
Mailing Address: [Street Address, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]
Phone: [Owner Phone Number]
Email: [Owner Email Address]

2. Storage Location and Space

The Facility rents to the Owner a storage space (the “Space”) at the following property (the “Property”):

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

Description of Space:
Type: [Outdoor pad / Covered space / Indoor bay / Fenced yard / Other]
Space Identifier (number, section, or description): [Space Number / Row / Landmark Description]
Approximate Size/Dimensions: [Length x Width or “Standard trailer space”]

3. Trailer Description

The Space may be used only to store the following trailer (the “Trailer”), unless the Facility approves a replacement trailer in writing:

Trailer Type: [Utility trailer / Boat trailer / Camper trailer / Cargo trailer / Other]
Year: [Year]
Make / Manufacturer: [Make / Manufacturer]
Model: [Model]
Length (approximate): [Length in feet/meters]
License Plate Number and State/Province: [Plate Number and Jurisdiction]
VIN / Serial Number: [VIN/Serial]
Color: [Primary Color]

Description of typical contents (if any): [General description or “Not specified”]

4. Term of Agreement

Select one option and complete:

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

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

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

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

5. Storage Fees and Payment

Monthly Storage Fee: [Currency and Amount]

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

Payment Method(s): [Bank transfer, online payment, card, check, other]
Place/Account for Payment: [Payment Address or Account Details]

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

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

Other charges (if applicable):
– Access card/fob key deposit: [Amount]
– Gate code setup fee: [Amount]
– Administrative fee: [Amount]

6. Security Deposit (If Any)

Security Deposit Amount: [Currency and Amount or “None”]

If collected, the Security Deposit is held as security for the Owner’s obligations under this Agreement, including payment of fees and repair of damage beyond normal wear and tear to the Property caused by the Owner, the Trailer, or the Owner’s guests.

After this Agreement ends and the Owner removes the Trailer and any personal property from the Space and returns any keys/access devices, the Facility will return any remaining Security Deposit, less lawful deductions, within the time required by applicable law. If required, an itemized statement of deductions will be provided.

7. Permitted Use and Restrictions

7.1 Permitted Use

The Space is rented solely for storing the Trailer described in Section 3.

7.2 Use Restrictions

Unless the Facility gives prior written consent or applicable law provides otherwise, the Owner agrees:

• Not to live in or sleep in the Trailer while it is stored on the Property;

• Not to conduct major repairs, painting, welding, or body work on the Trailer at the Property;

• Not to store or use explosives, illegal substances, or hazardous or highly flammable materials in or around the Trailer, except fuel and fluids normally contained in the Trailer and any towed vehicle;

• Not to store additional vehicles, boats, or other property in the Space beyond what reasonably fits and has been approved;

• Not to connect the Trailer to utilities (power, water, sewer) unless expressly permitted in writing;

• To comply with all written facility rules and local laws.

8. Access and Facility Rules

8.1 Access Hours

Access to the Property and Space will generally be allowed during the following hours:

Regular Access Hours: [Days and Times, e.g., “Daily, 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.”]

Any access outside these hours requires Facility consent, except in emergencies where allowed.

8.2 Access Devices

The Facility may provide:

• Gate code: [Code or “To be assigned”]

• Access card/fob/remote: [Number Issued]

• Key to shared gate/door: [Number Issued]

The Owner must safeguard access devices and not share codes, keys, or fobs with others except as needed for authorized drivers. The Facility may change codes or rules upon reasonable notice.

8.3 Facility Rules

The Owner must comply with all written rules and regulations provided by the Facility, including any reasonable updates delivered in writing, covering topics such as:

• Security and gate procedures;

• Speed limits and traffic flow on the Property;

• Parking areas and no-parking zones;

• Prohibited activities and conduct;

• Emergency procedures.

9. Condition, Maintenance, and Repairs

• The Facility will maintain the general condition of the Property and access ways under its control, as required by law.

• The Owner must keep the Space reasonably clean and free from trash, loose parts, and spills caused by the Owner or the Trailer.

• The Owner is responsible for any damage to the Space, fencing, gates, or other Facility property caused by the Owner, the Trailer, or the Owner’s guests, beyond normal wear and tear.

• The Owner must promptly notify the Facility of hazards or damage in or around the Space that the Owner becomes aware of.

10. Insurance and Risk of Loss

• The Owner is responsible for insuring the Trailer and any contents stored with it.

• The Owner understands that the Facility’s insurance generally does not cover the Trailer or its contents.

• The Owner stores the Trailer at the Property at the Owner’s own risk, except as otherwise required by applicable law or as expressly stated in this Agreement.

Nothing in this section permits the Facility to act fraudulently or ignore duties imposed by local law regarding premises safety.

11. Liens and Enforcement (If Allowed by Local Law)

Where permitted by applicable law, the Facility may have a lien on the Trailer and its contents for unpaid storage fees and other lawful charges and may enforce that lien according to legal procedures, which can include notices, denial of access, and sale or disposal of the Trailer or contents after proper notice.

If local law does not permit such a lien, this section should be adapted or omitted.

12. Default and Remedies

12.1 Owner Default

The Owner is in default if the Owner:

• Fails to pay storage fees or other charges when due and does not cure within any applicable notice or grace period;

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

• Uses the Property for illegal purposes.

If a default occurs, the Facility may take actions allowed by law, which may include:

• Written notice of default and an opportunity to cure;

• Termination of this Agreement;

• Denial of access to the Space or Trailer as permitted by law;

• Enforcement of any lawful lien or other remedies.

12.2 Facility Default

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

13. Termination and Removal of Trailer

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

• Pay all fees and charges owed through the end of the term;

• Remove the Trailer and all personal property from the Space and Property by the termination date or by another agreed date;

• Leave the Space in reasonably clean condition, free of trash and abandoned items;

• Return any keys, gate cards, fobs, or remotes to the Facility.

If the Trailer or other property remains after the termination date, the Facility may handle it according to applicable law, which may include notice, storage, towing, or sale/disposal procedures.

14. 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.

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

15. Miscellaneous

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

• Entire Agreement: This Agreement, together with any written facility rules or addenda referenced in it, is the entire agreement between the parties regarding storage of the Trailer 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.

16. Optional Attachments

If used, check and attach:

☐ Facility Rules and Regulations
☐ Site Map or Diagram Showing the Space
☐ Rate and Fee Schedule
☐ Photographs of Trailer at Move-In
☐ Other Addendum: [Description]

17. Signatures

By signing below, the parties agree to be bound by this Trailer Storage Agreement.

Facility / Landlord:
Signature: _______________________________
Printed Name: [Facility Representative Name]
Title (if business): [Title]
Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

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