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RENTAL ASSISTANCE LANDLORD AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FORT
WORTH AND PALLADIUM EAST BERRY, LTD.
This RENTAL ASSISTANCE LANDLORD AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made
and entered into between the CITY OF FORT WORTH (“City”), and PALLADIUM EAST
BERRY, LTD. (“Landlord”), each individually referred to as a “party” and collectively referred
to as the “parties.”
WHEREAS, the City provides rental assistance in the form of monetary payment for a
defined portion of rent due paid directly to the landlord or management company of the property
so long as the landlord or property management agree to certain terms; and
WHEREAS, in the event the City determines the Tenant named below is eligible for a
utility reimbursement payable to their landlord under the Utility Allowance Schedule established
by either the Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office or Fort Worth Housing Solutions, City
will also provide assistance in the form of monetary payment for a defined portion of utilities to
the landlord or management company of the property; and
WHEREAS, (“Tenant”) is a participant in the City’s rental assistance
program; and
WHEREAS, the City requires that landlords must enter into this Agreement in order to
receive the City’s payment of the defined portion of Tenant’s rent; and
WHEREAS, Agreement Documents shall consist of this Landlord Services Agreement
and Exhibit A – Copy of Tenant Lease, attached hereto and incorporated herein. In the event of
any conflict between the terms and conditions of Exhibit A and the terms and conditions set forth
in the body of this Agreement, the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall control. It is
understood that City is not bound by any portion of Exhibit A and is only bound by the duties and
obligation set forth in this Landlord Services Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE the Parties in exchange for the benefit received from the other
Party’s performance, agree to the following terms and conditions:
1.PROPERTY INFORMATION
Tenant has entered into an agreement with Landlord to rent a 3-bedroom (“Lease”). The
unit is located at (“Unit”), as more fully
described in Exhibit A.
2. TERM.
This Agreement shall begin on September 1, 2024 and shall expire on August 31, 2025,
unless terminated earlier in accordance with this Agreement (“Initial Term”). The Parties shall
have the option to renew this Agreement by written agreement for additional one-year terms
following City review and approval of request by both Tenant and Landlord under the same terms
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and conditions, provided however that the rental rate and any amounts payable by City shall be
provided to the City in writing for the new term at least 30 days prior to the effective date of the
renewal term.
3. COMPENSATION.
3.1 Security Deposit
The Tenant shall pay a security deposit for the Unit to the Landlord in accordance with the
Tenant’s lease, attached hereto as Exhibit A. The Landlord will hold this security deposit during
the period the Tenant occupies the dwelling unit under the Lease. The Landlord shall comply with
state and local laws regarding interest payments on security deposits.
After the Tenant has moved from the dwelling unit, the Landlord may, subject to state and
local law, use the security deposit, including any interest on the deposit, as reimbursement for rent
or any other amounts payable by the Tenant under the Lease. The Landlord will give the Tenant a
written list of all items charged against the security deposit and the amount of each item. After
deducting the amount used as reimbursement to the Landlord, the Landlord shall promptly refund
the full amount of the balance to the Tenant.
The named Tenant may be eligible for security deposit payment assistance payable to
Landlord. In the event that the City pays the security deposit for the Unit on behalf of the Tenant
under a federally funded program (including the Permanent Housing Placement Program), after
deducting the amount used as reimbursement to the Landlord, the Landlord will promptly refund
the full amount of the balance to the City in accordance with HUD regulations.This does not limit
Landlord’s right to withhold any portion of the deposit that would normally be withheld at
termination under the terms of the underlying lease. Based upon the City’s review, City will pay a
$0.00 security deposit, to be paid directly to the Landlord.
The Landlord shall immediately notify the City when the Tenant has moved from the Unit.
3.2 Rent and Amounts Payable by City
3.2.1 Rent.
Initial Term:
The City has been notified that the Tenant’s Total Rent during the Initial Term is $1,755.00
per month for the Unit.
Tenant shall be responsible for $0.00 of rent per month from September 1, 2024 to
September 30, 2024. Tenant shall be responsible for $723.00 of rent per month from
October 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025.
City shall be responsible for $1,755.00 of rent per month from September 1, 2024 to
September 30, 2024. City shall be responsible for $1,032.00 of rent per month from
October 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025.
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A complete history of rental obligations due under this Agreement, per lease term, is
included in Attachment A.Neither City nor HUD assumes any obligation for the Tenant’s
Portion of the rent, or for payment of any claim by Landlord against Tenant. The City’s sole
obligation is limited to paying the City Portion of the Rent in accordance with this Agreement.
Tenant shall be liable for rent, payments, and other fees associated with the Unit and City shall not
be obligated by law or in equity for any amount other than the City Portion.
3.2.2 Utilities.The named Tenant may be eligible for a utility reimbursement payable to
Landlord. The amount of the allowance has been calculated utilizing the Utility Allowance
Schedule established by the Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office/Fort Worth Housing
Solutions. Based upon the City’s review, during the Initial Term, City will pay no more than $0.00
utility reimbursement per month toward the Tenant’s utility payments, to be paid directly to the
Landlord.
3.2.3 Payment Conditions.The right of the Landlord to receive payments under this
Agreement shall be subject to compliance with all of the provisions of the Agreement. The
Landlord’s signature on this agreement shall be a certification that:
1. The Unit is in decent, safe and sanitary condition, and that the Landlord is providing
the services, maintenance and utilities agreed to in the Lease.
2. The Unit is leased to and occupied by the Tenant named above in this Agreement.
3. The Landlord has not received and will not receive any payments as rent for the
Unit other than those identified in this Agreement.
4. To the best of the Landlord's knowledge, the unit is used solely as the Tenant's
principal place of residence.
3.2.4 Method of Payment.Payments made electronically (i.e.- the City’s Automated
Clearing House network) provide more protection against theft and fraud and can be processed
more quickly by the City.
If Landlord registers to be paid under this Agreement electronically, City payments will
generally be made on or about the first day of the month for which the payment is due. Payments
for the first month of the initial term, and any subsequent renewals, may be somewhat delayed as
a result of the registration and initial set-up process.
If Landlord requests payment under this Agreement by paper check, City payments will be
made as promptly as possible following the first day of the month for which payment is due. If
Landlord request payment by check, Landlord assumes all liabilities related to theft, fraud, and
late payments.
If Landlord elects to receive electronic payments, Landlord will not assess any late fee
against Tenant or City for late payments by City so long as payments are made within thirty (30)
days of the day payment is due. In the event that the lease is provided to the City after the payment
date, then Landlord will not assess any late fee against Tenant or City for late payments by City
so long as payments are made within thirty (30) days of the day the lease is received by City. If
Landlord elects to receive payment by paper check, under no circumstances shall late fees be
assessed against Tenant or City for late payment by the City.
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3.2.5 Overpayments. If the City determines that the Landlord is not entitled to any
payments received, in addition to other remedies the City may deduct the amount of the
overpayment from any amounts due the Landlord, including the amounts due under any other
Rental Assistance Agreement.
4. TERMINATION.
4.1. Termination of Tenancy: The Landlord may terminate its lease with the Tenant
only as authorized by and through and following applicable state and local laws. The Landlord
must give the Tenant at least 30 days' written notice of the termination and notify the City in
writing within two business days of notifying the Tenant. This may be done by providing City with
a copy of the required notice to the tenant. This Agreement shall automatically terminate on the
date the tenant’s lease terminates.
4.2 Termination of Landlord Services Agreement
4.2.1 Written Notice. The City may terminate this Agreement immediately in writing in
the event that Landlord breaches this Agreement. City may also terminate this Agreement at any
time and for any reason by providing Landlord with 30 days’ written notice of termination.
4.2.2 Non-appropriation of Funds. In the event no funds or insufficient funds are
appropriated by City in any fiscal period for any payments due hereunder, City will notify Landlord
of such occurrence and this Agreement shall terminate on the last day of the fiscal period for which
appropriations were received without penalty or expense to City of any kind whatsoever, except
as to the portions of the payments herein agreed upon for which funds have been appropriated.
4.3 Duties and Obligations of the Parties. In the event that this Agreement is terminated
prior to the Expiration Date, City shall pay Landlord the City Portion of the Total Rent for the
months the Tenant actually occupied the Unit and the Landlord complied with all of the terms and
conditions of this Agreement prior to the date of expiration or termination. City shall not be
obligated for any additional fees or expenses of any kind. If City has paid any portion of the City
Portion for a month that is after the effective date of termination of this Agreement, Landlord shall
refund that portion within thirty days of the effective date of termination by check made out to the
City of Fort Worth Neighborhood Services Department In the event of any dispute arising out of
this Agreement, the only remedy Landlord may assert for any claim, no matter the kind or
character, arising out of this Agreement is for the City Portion of the Tenant’s Total Rent for the
months that Tenant occupied the unit and this Agreement was in effect.
5. HOUSING QUALITY STANDARDS AND LANDLORD-PROVIDED SERVICES
5.1 The Landlord agrees to maintain and operate the Unit and related facilities to provide
decent, safe and sanitary housing in accordance with 24 CFR Section 882.109, including
all of the services, maintenance and utilities agreed to in the Lease.
5.2 The City shall have the right to inspect the Unit and related facilities at least annually, and
at such other times as may be necessary to assure that the Unit is in decent, safe, and
sanitary condition, and is in compliance with applicable local codes, and that required
maintenance, services and utilities are provided.
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5.3 If the City determines that the Landlord is not meeting these obligations, the City shall
have the right, even if the Tenant continues in occupancy, to terminate payment of the
City’s Portion of the Total Rent and/or terminate the Agreement without any cost or
expense of any kind whatsoever to City.
6. FAIR HOUSING REQUIREMENT
6.1 Nondiscrimination. The Landlord shall not, in the provision of services or in any
other manner, discriminate against any person on the grounds of age, race, color, creed, religion,
sex, handicap, national origin, or familial status. The obligation of the Landlord to comply with
Fair Housing and Civil Rights Requirements inures to the benefit of the United States of America,
the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the City, any of which shall be entitled
to involve any of the remedies available by law to redress any breach or to compel compliance by
the Landlord.
6.2 Cooperation in Compliance Reviews. The Landlord shall comply with the City and
with HUD in conducting Fair Housing and Civil Rights and other applicable compliance reviews
and complaint investigations pursuant to all applicable Fair Housing Law, civil rights statutes,
Executive Orders and all related rules and regulations.
6.3 Landlord, for itself, its personal representatives, assigns, subcontractors and
successors in interest, as part of the consideration herein, agrees that in the performance of
Landlord’s duties and obligations hereunder, it shall not discriminate in the treatment or
employment of any individual or group of individuals on any basis prohibited by law, including
City ordinances. IF ANY CLAIM ARISES FROM AN ALLEGED VIOLATION OF THIS
NON-DISCRIMINATION COVENANT BY LANDLORD, ITS PERSONAL
REPRESENTATIVES, ASSIGNS, SUBCONTRACTORS OR SUCCESSORS IN
INTEREST, LANDLORD AGREES TO ASSUME SUCH LIABILITY AND TO
INDEMNIFY AND DEFEND CITY AND HOLD CITY HARMLESS FROM SUCH
CLAIM.
7. RIGHTS OF CITY IF LANDLORD BREACHES THE AGREEMENT
7.1 Any of the following shall constitute a breach of the Agreement:
(1) If the Landlord has violated any obligation under this Agreement; or
(2) If the Landlord has demonstrated any intention to violate any obligation
under this Agreement; or
(3) If the Landlord has committed any fraud or made any false statement in
connection with the Agreement, or has committed fraud or made any false
statement in connection with any Federal housing assistance program.
7.2 The City shall notify the Landlord in writing of its determination that a breach has
occurred, including a brief statement of the reasons for the determination. The notice to the
landlord may, at the City’s sole discretion, allow the Landlord a defined time period in which the
Landlord may take corrective action to remedy the breach.
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7.3 The City’s right and remedies for breach of this Agreement shall not be limited by
any provision of this Agreement and City shall be able to seek all remedies available under any
applicable laws.
8. NO THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES
8.1 The City does not assume any responsibility for, or liability to, any person injured
as a result of the Landlord's action or failure to act in connection with the implementation of this
Agreement, or as a result of any other action or failure to act by the Landlord.
8.2 The Landlord is not the agent of the City and this Agreement does not create or
affect any relationship between the City and any lender to the Landlord, or any suppliers,
employees, contractors or subcontractors used by the Landlord in connection with this Agreement.
8.3 Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as creating any right of the Tenant or
a third party (other than HUD) to enforce any provision of this Agreement or to assess any claim
against HUD, the City or the Landlord under this Agreement.
9. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICTS AND CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION.
9.1 Disclosure of Conflicts. Landlord hereby warrants to City that Landlord has made
full disclosure in writing of any existing or potential conflicts of interest related to Landlord's
services under this Agreement. In the event that any conflicts of interest arise after the Effective
Date of this Agreement, Landlord hereby agrees immediately to make full disclosure to City in
writing.
9.2 Confidential Information. Landlord, for itself and its officers, agents and
employees, agrees that it shall treat all information provided to it by City (“City Information”) as
confidential and shall not disclose any such information to a third party without the prior written
approval of City.
9.3 Unauthorized Access. Landlord shall store and maintain City Information in a
secure manner and shall not allow unauthorized users to access, modify, delete or otherwise
corrupt City Information in any way. Landlord shall notify City immediately if the security or
integrity of any City Information has been compromised or is believed to have been compromised,
in which event, Landlord shall, in good faith, use all commercially reasonable efforts to cooperate
with City in identifying what information has been accessed by unauthorized means and shall fully
cooperate with City to protect such City Information from further unauthorized disclosure.
10. RIGHT TO AUDIT.
Landlord agrees that City or HUD shall, until the expiration of five (5) years after final
payment under this Agreement, including any renewal terms, or the final conclusion of any audit
commenced during the said three years, have access to and the right to examine at reasonable times
any directly pertinent books, documents, papers and records, including, but not limited to, all
electronic records, of Landlord involving transactions relating to this Agreement as HUD or the
City may reasonably require at no additional cost to City or HUD. Landlord agrees that City or
HUD shall have access during normal working hours to all necessary Landlord facilities and shall
be provided adequate and appropriate work space in order to conduct audits in compliance with
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the provisions of this section. City or HUD shall give Landlord reasonable advance notice of
intended audits.
This section shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
11. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR.
It is expressly understood and agreed that Landlord shall operate as an independent
contractor as to all rights and privileges and work performed under this Agreement, and not as
agent, representative or employee of City. Subject to and in accordance with the conditions and
provisions of this Agreement, Landlord shall have the exclusive right to control the details of its
operations and activities and be solely responsible for the acts and omissions of its officers, agents,
servants, employees, consultants and subcontractor. Landlord acknowledges that the doctrine of
respondent superior shall not apply as between City, its officers, agents, servants and employees,
and Landlord, its officers, agents, employees, servants, Landlords and subcontractors. Landlord
further agrees that nothing herein shall be construed as the creation of a partnership or joint
enterprise between City and Landlord. It is further understood that City shall in no way be
considered a Co-employer or a Joint employer of Landlord or any officers, agents, servants,
employees or subcontractor of Landlord. Neither Landlord, nor any officers, agents, servants,
employees or subcontractor of Landlord shall be entitled to any employment benefits from City.
Landlord shall be responsible and liable for any and all payment and reporting of taxes on behalf
of itself, and any of its officers, agents, servants, employees or subcontractor.
12. LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION.
12.1 LIABILITY - LANDLORD SHALL BE LIABLE AND RESPONSIBLE FOR
ANY AND ALL PROPERTY LOSS, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY,
INCLUDING DEATH, TO ANY AND ALL PERSONS, OF ANY KIND OR CHARACTER,
WHETHER REAL OR ASSERTED, TO THE EXTENT CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENT
ACT(S) OR OMISSION(S), MALFEASANCE OR INTENTIONAL MISCONDUCT OF
LANDLORD, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS OR EMPLOYEES.
12.2 GENERAL INDEMNIFICATION - LANDLORD HEREBY COVENANTS
AND AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS AND DEFEND CITY, ITS
OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS AND EMPLOYEES, FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND
ALL CLAIMS OR LAWSUITS OF ANY KIND OR CHARACTER, WHETHER REAL OR
ASSERTED, FOR EITHER PROPERTY DAMAGE OR LOSS (INCLUDING ALLEGED
DAMAGE OR LOSS TO LANDLORD'S BUSINESS AND ANY RESULTING LOST
PROFITS) AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH, TO ANY AND ALL
PERSONS, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT, TO THE
EXTENT CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENT ACTS OR OMISSIONS OR MALFEASANCE OF
LANDLORD, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS OR EMPLOYEES.
LANDLORD ACKNOWLEDGES AND AGREES THAT CITY SHALL HAVE NO
LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBLITY FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR CHARACTER
TO THE UNIT RENTED TO THE TENANT OR ANY OTHER PROPERTY OWNED BY
LANDLORD.
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Section 12 shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
13. ASSIGNMENT AND SUBCONTRACTING.
13.1 Assignment. Landlord shall not assign or subcontract any of its duties, obligations
or rights under this Agreement without the prior written consent of City. If City grants consent to
an assignment, the assignee shall execute a written agreement with City and Landlord under which
the assignee agrees to be bound by the duties and obligations of Landlord under this Agreement.
Landlord and Assignee shall be jointly liable for all obligations of Landlord under this Agreement
prior to the effective date of the assignment.
13.2 Subcontract. If City grants consent to a subcontract, sub Landlord shall execute a
written agreement with Landlord referencing this Agreement under which sub Landlord shall agree
to be bound by the duties and obligations of Landlord under this Agreement as such duties and
obligations may apply. Landlord shall provide City with a fully executed copy of any such
subcontract.
14. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS, ORDINANCES, RULES AND REGULATIONS.
Landlord agrees that in the performance of its obligations hereunder, it shall comply with
all applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations and that any work
performed at the Unit in connection with this Agreement will also comply with all applicable
federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. If City notifies Landlord of any
violation of such laws, ordinances, rules or regulations, Landlord shall immediately desist from
and correct the violation.
15. NOTICES.
Notices required pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement shall be conclusively
determined to have been delivered when (1) hand-delivered to the other party, its agents,
employees, servants or representatives, (2) delivered by facsimile with electronic confirmation of
the transmission, or (3) received by the other party by United States Mail, registered, return receipt
requested, addressed as follows:
To CITY:
City of Fort Worth
Attn: Jesica McEachern
Assistant City Manager
100 Fort Worth Trail
Fort Worth, TX 76102-6314
Facsimile: (817) 392-8654
With copy to Fort Worth Neighborhood
Services Department, Attention: Compliance
Division at same address
To LANDLORD:
Palladium East Berry, Ltd.
13455 Noel Rd. Suite 400
Dallas, TX 75240
Attn: Julie Martin
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16. GOVERNMENTAL POWERS.
It is understood and agreed that by execution of this Agreement, City does not waive or
surrender any of its governmental powers or immunities.
17. NO WAIVER.
The failure of City or Landlord to insist upon the performance of any term or provision of
this Agreement or to exercise any right granted herein shall not constitute a waiver of City's or
Landlord’s respective right to insist upon appropriate performance or to assert any such right on
any future occasion.
18. GOVERNING LAW / VENUE.
This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas. If
any action, whether real or asserted, at law or in equity, is brought pursuant to this Agreement,
venue for such action shall lie in state courts located in Tarrant County, Texas or the United States
District Court for the Northern District of Texas, Fort Worth Division.
19. SEVERABILITY.
If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the
validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not in any way be affected or
impaired.
20. FORCE MAJEURE.
City and Landlord shall exercise their best efforts to meet their respective duties and
obligations as set forth in this Agreement, but shall not be held liable for any delay or omission
in performance due to force majeure or other causes beyond their reasonable control, including,
but not limited to, compliance with any government law, ordinance or regulation, acts of God,
acts of the public enemy, fires, strikes, lockouts, natural disasters, wars, riots, material or labor
restrictions by any governmental authority, transportation problems and/or any other similar
causes.
21. HEADINGS NOT CONTROLLING.
Headings and titles used in this Agreement are for reference purposes only, shall not be
deemed a part of this Agreement, and are not intended to define or limit the scope of any provision
of this Agreement.
22. REVIEW OF COUNSEL.
The parties acknowledge that each party and its counsel have reviewed and revised this
Agreement and that the normal rules of construction to the effect that any ambiguities are to be
resolved against the drafting party shall not be employed in the interpretation of this Agreement
or Exhibit A.
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23. AMENDMENTS/ MODIFICATIONS/ EXTENSIONS.
No amendment, modification, or extension of this Agreement shall be binding upon a party
hereto unless set forth in a written instrument, which is executed by an authorized representative
of each party.
24. ENTIRETY OF AGREEMENT.
This Agreement, including Exhibit A, contains the entire understanding and agreement
between City and Landlord, their assigns and successors in interest, as to the matters contained
herein. Any prior or contemporaneous oral or written agreement is hereby declared null and void
to the extent in conflict with any provision of this Agreement.
25. COUNTERPARTS AND ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE.
This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be an
original and all of which shall constitute one and the same instrument. A facsimile copy or
computer image, such as a PDF or tiff image, or a signature, shall be treated as and shall have the
same effect as an original.
26. SIGNATURE AUTHORITY AND WARRANTY.
The person signing this Agreement hereby warrants that he/she has the legal authority to
execute this Agreement on behalf of the respective party, and that such binding authority has been
granted by proper order, resolution, ordinance or other authorization of the entity. Each party is
fully entitled to rely on these warranties and representations in entering into this Agreement or any
amendment hereto.
By signing this Agreement, Landlord warrants that the Unit is in decent, safe, and sanitary
condition as defined in 24 CFR Section 882.109, and that the Landlord has the legal right to lease
the Unit during the term.
27. CHANGE IN COMPANY NAME OR OWNERSHIP
Landlord shall notify City’s Neighborhood Services Department, Compliance Division and
City of Fort Worth Financial Management Services Department, Purchasing Division, , in writing,
of a company name, ownership, or address change for the purpose of maintaining updated City
records. The president of Landlord or authorized official must sign the letter. A letter indicating
changes in a company name or ownership must be accompanied with supporting legal
documentation such as an updated W-9, documents filed with the state indicating such change,
copy of the board of director’s resolution approving the action, or an executed merger or
acquisition agreement. Failure to provide the specified documentation so may adversely impact
future invoice payments.
28. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
Landlord acknowledges that CITY is a governmental entity and is subject to the Texas
Public Information Act (“Act”). By executing this agreement, Landlord acknowledges that this
agreement will be publicly available on the CITY’s website, and Landlord is therefore waiving
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any claim of confidentiality, whether based in statute or the common law, to any and all materials
contained as part of this agreement including all documents and information referenced herein or
attached hereto.
29. PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH COMPANIES THAT BOYCOTT
ISRAEL
If Landlord has less than ten employees, this contract is for less than $100,000, or Landlord
does not meet the definition of a “company” under the applicable section of the Texas Government
Code, this provision shall not apply. Landlord acknowledges that in accordance with Chapter 2270
of the Texas Government Code, the City is prohibited from entering into a contract with a company
for goods or services unless the contract contains a written verification from the company that it:
(1) does not boycott Israel; and (2) will not boycott Israel during the term of the contract. The
terms “boycott Israel” and “company” shall have the meanings ascribed to those terms in Section
808.001 of the Texas Government Code. By signing this contract, Landlord certifies that
Landlord’s signature provides written verification to the City that Landlord: (1) does not boycott
Israel; and (2) will not boycott Israel during the term of the contract.
30. PROHIBITION ON BOYCOTTING ENERGY COMPANIES
Landlord acknowledges that in accordance with Chapter 2276 of the Texas Government
Code, City is prohibited from entering into a contract for goods or services that has a value of
$100,000 or more that is to be paid wholly or partly from public funds of the City with a company
with 10 or more full-time employees unless the contract contains a written verification from the
company that it: (1) does not boycott energy companies; and (2) will not boycott energy companies
during the term of the contract. To the extent that Chapter 2276 of the Government Code is
applicable to this Agreement, by signing this Agreement, Landlord certifies that Landlord’s
signature provides written verification to City that Landlord: (1) does not boycott energy
companies; and (2) will not boycott energy companies during the term of this Agreement.
31. PROHIBITION ON DISCRIMINATION AGAINST FIREARM AND
AMMUNITION INDUSTRIES
Landlord acknowledges that except as otherwise provided by Chapter 2274 of the Texas
Government Code, City is prohibited from entering into a contract for goods or services that has a
value of $100,000 or more that is to be paid wholly or partly from public funds of the City with a
company with 10 or more full-time employees unless the contract contains a written verification
from the company that it: (1) does not have a practice, policy, guidance, or directive that
discriminates against a firearm entity or firearm trade association; and (2) will not discriminate
during the term of the contract against a firearm entity or firearm trade association. To the extent
that Chapter 2274 of the Government Code is applicable to this Agreement, by signing this
Agreement, Landlord certifies that Landlord’s signature provides written verification to City that
Landlord: (1) does not have a practice, policy, guidance, or directive that discriminates against a
firearm entity or firearm trade association; and (2) will not discriminate against a firearm entity or
firearm trade association during the term of this Agreement.
(signature page follows)
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ACCEPTED AND AGREED:
CITY OF FORT WORTH:
By: ___________________________
Name: Jesica McEachern
Title: Assistant City Manager
Date: ___________________________
APPROVAL RECOMMENDED:
By: ______________________________
Name: Kacey Bess
Title: Director
Neighborhood Services Department
ATTEST:
By: ______________________________
Name: Jannette Goodall
Title: City Secretary
CONTRACT COMPLIANCE
MANAGER:
By signing I acknowledge that I am the
person responsible for the monitoring and
administration of this contract, including
ensuring all performance and reporting
requirements.
By: ______________________________
Name: Julie C. Peña, MSW
Title: Sr. Human Services Specialist
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGALITY:
By: ______________________________
Name: Jessika Williams
Title: Assistant City Attorney
CONTRACT AUTHORIZATION:
M&C: 24-0552
LANDLORD:
By:
Name: Kayla Townsend
Title: Property Manager
Date: ____________________________
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Attachment A
History of Rental Obligations by Lease Term
Lease Term Total Rent Tenant’s Portion City’s Portion
Initial Term $1,755 From September 1,
2024 to September
30, 2024: $0
From October 1,
2024 to August 31,
2025: $723
From September 1,
2024 to September
30, 2024: $1,755
From October 1,
2024 to August 31,
2025: $1032
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EXHIBIT A
Copy of Tenant’s Lease
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T�is Lez ;e Contraci ("Leas=") is be'wec�c �au, ",he resident�s) as listed below and us. The terms "you" and "your" referto all residents.
The terms "we," "us;' and "our" refer tothe owner listed below.
PARTIES
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LEASE DETAILS
F. ApartmeM (Par.2)
c..ini°,ialLeaseTerm.Begin� 09;01/2D24 Endsat11:59p.m.on: OS/31/2025
C. Me;�thly Base Rent (Par. 31 E. Sacurity Deposit (Par.S) F. Notice of Termination or Intentto Move Out jPar.4)
5 1755_00 5 300.00 Aminimumof 60 days'writtennoticeof
— --- terminationorintenttomoveoutrequiredatendofinitialLease
term or during renewal period
No[e that this amount does nat
�.ProratedRent indudeanyAnimalDeposit,which Ifthenumberofdaysisn'tfilledin,noticeofatleast30days
would6ereflec[edinanAnimal isrequired.
5 — Addendum.
�I duefortheremainderoflst
mcnth or
'1 for 2nd month
G.Lri��ees(Par.3.3�
EniCia' La:e Fee Daily Late Fee
O_ �r5 of one month's rno�th!y base rent or O %of one month's monthly base rent for days or
��5 �5.00 __ �$ 5.00 for 15 days
Due if rent unpaid by 11:59 p m on th^ _ 3rd (3rd or greater) day oithe month
F?.Re.w�nedChecl<orRej^c.ed J..a�lyTerminationFeeOption(Par.7.2) K.ViolationCharges
PaymentFee(Par.3.4) $
Animal Violation (Par.12.2)
5 50 . 00 _ ___ Notice of 'ip days is required. Initial charge of S 100 . 00 peranimal (not
Youarenoteligibleforearlyterminationif toexceed$100peranimal)and
7,Re:ettingCharge(ParJ.7J %ouareindefaudt. Adailychargeof$ 10.00 peranimal
�a rele!tIn char e of $ 1504 . 50 Fee must be paid no later than (not to exceed $10 per day per animal)
9 9 days after you give us notice
(.notinoxceed85%ofthehighesf �fonyvafuesornumberofdaysareblankor"0," InsuranceViolationlMasterLeaseAddendum
moni:JyTsentduringtheLeaseterm) thenthissec[iondoesnotapply. orotherse arateaddendumj
may be charyed in certain default P
situations 5
L. Additional Rent- Monthly Recurring Fixed Charges. You will pay separatelyfor these items as outlined below and/or in separete addenda,
Speci� I Pi ovisions or an amendment to this Lease.
Animal rent $ 15.OD_ __ _ Cable/satellite S Internet $
Packageservice $ _ Pestcontrol 5 Stormwater/drainage 5
Trash service S _� Washer/Dryer S
Other _ $
Other �. 5
0'_her: S
Cther: _ _ _ » � S
P%i. Ut Ii:ies and O4her Variable C!ze: qes. Ybu evill pay separately for gas, water, wastewater, electricity,tresh/recyding, utility billing fees and other
items .�s outlined in separate addenda, Special Provisions or an amendment to this Lease.
litili.v Connection Charge or Transfer Pee: $ 50_00 (not to exceed $50) to be paid within 5 days of written notice (Par.3.5)
v. OTher Charges and Requiremen?s. You viill pay separately forthese items or comply with these requirements as outlined in a Master Lease
Addendum, separate addenda or Sp:•rial Provisions. Initial Access Device: $_
AddiYionalorReplaceme:itAccessDevRces:S . _,_,_, ____.____ RequiredlnsuranceLia6ilityLimit(peroccurrence):$
Special Provisions. See Par.32 or additional addenda atta�hed.This Lease cannot be changed unless in writing and signed byyou and us.
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1. Definitions.ThefollowingtermsaremmmonlyusedinthisLease:
1.1. "Residents"arethoselistedin"Residents"abovewhosign
this Lease and are authorized to live in the apartment.
1.2. "Occupants" are those listed in this Lease who are also autho-
rized to live in the apartment, but who do not sign this Lease.
73. "Owner" may be identified by an assumed name and is the
owner only and not property managers or anyone else.
1.4. "Induding" in this Lease means "induding but not limited to."
1.5. "CommunityPolicies"arethewrittenapartmentrulesand
policies, including property signage and instructions for
care of our property and amenities, with which you, Your
occupants, and your guests must comply.
1.6. "RenY' is monthly base rent plus additional monthly
recurring fixed charges.
1.7. "Lease"includesthisdocument,anyaddendaand
attachments, Community Policies and Special Provisions.
2. Apartment. You are leasing the apartment listed above for use as a
private residence only.
2.1. Access.InaccordancewiththisLease,you'llreceiveaccess
information or devices for your apartment and mailbox, and
otheraccessdevicesinduding:��rtment Kep{$}
2 , Mailbox KeY {�} ], �A,ceess Fob/
Remote�s)`1 per adult �_
2.2. Measurements. Any dimensions and sizes provided to you
relating to the apartment are only approximations or
estimates; actual dimensions and sizes may vary.
23. Representations.Youagreethatdesignationsoraccredi-
tations associated with the property are su6ject to change.
3. Rent.YoumustpayyourRentonorbeforethelstdayofeach
month (due date) without demand. There are no exceptions
regardingthepaymentofRent andyouagreenotpayingRenton
or before the 7st of each month is a material breach of this Lease.
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4.
3.5
3.6.
Payments. You will payyour Rent by any method, manner
and place we specify in accordance with this Lease.
Cash is notacceptab/e wi[houf ourpriorwritten
permission. You cannot withhold or affset Rent unless
authorized bylaw. We may, at our option, require at any
time that you pay Rent and other sums due in one single
payment by any method we specify.
Application af Payments. Payment of ea�h sum due is an
independent covenant, which means payments are due
regardlessofourperformance. Whenwereceivemoney,
other than water and wastewater payments subject to
government regulation, we may apply it at our option and
without notice firstto any of your unpaid obligations, then
to accrued rent. We may do so regardless of notations on
checks or money orders and regardless of when the
obligations arose. All sums otherthan Rent and late fees are
due upon our demand. After the due date, we do not have
to accept any payments.
Late Fees. If we don't receive your monthly base rent in fu ll
when iYs due, you must pay latefees as outlined in Lease Details.
Returned Payment Fee. You'll pay the fee listed in Lease
Detailsfor each returned check or rejected electronic
payment, plus initial and daily late fees if applicable, until
we receive full payment in an acceptable method.
Utilities and Services. You'll pay for all utilities and services,
related deposits, and any charges orfees when they are due
and as outlined in this Lease. Television channels that are
provided may 6e changed during the Lease term ifthe
change applies to all residents.
If your eledricity is interrupted, you must use only battery-
operated lighting (noflames). You must not allow any
utilities (otherthan �able or Internet) to be cut off or
switched for any reason—induding disconnection for not
paying your bills—until the Lease term or renewal period
ends. If a utility is individually metered, it must be connected
in your name and you must notify the provider ofyour move-
out date. If you delay getting service turned on in your name
by this Lease's start date or cause it to be transferred back into
our name before you surrender or abandon the apartment,
you'll be liable forthe charge listed above (notto exceed $50
per billing period), plus the adual or estimated cost ofthe
utilities used while the utility should have been billed to you.
Ifyour apartment is individually metered and you change
your retail electric provider, you must give us written notice.
You must pay all applicable providerfees, induding anyfees
to change servi�e back into our name after you move out.
Lease Changes. Lease chan ges are only allowed during the
Lease term or renewal period if govern ed by Par.10, specified
in Special Provisions in Par.3�, or bya written addendum or
amen d ment signed by you and us. At or after the end of the
initial Lease term, Rent increases will bemme effedive with at
least 5 days pl us th e number of days' advance notice contained
in Box F on page 1 in writing from us to you. Your new Lease,
which may indude increased Rentor Lease changes,will begin
on the date stated i n any advance notice we provide (without
needing yoursignature) unless you give uswritten move-out
notice under Par. 25, which applies onlyto the end ofthe current
Lease term or renewal period.
Automatic Lease Renewal and Notice of Termination.This Lease
will automatically renew month-to-month unless either party gives
wrltten notice of termination or intent to move outas required by Par.
25 and specified on page 1. If the number of days isn't filled in, no-
tice of at least 30 days is required.
Security Deposit.The total security deposit for all residents is due
on or before the date this Lease is signed. Any animal deposit will be
designated in an animal addendum. Security deposits may not be ap-
plied to Rent without our prior written consent.
5.1. RefundsandDeductions.YoumustgiveusyoaradvanGe
notice of move out as orovided 6y Par.25 artd Farwardina
add_ress in writing to receive a written description and
itemized list af charqes ar refund.In accordancewith this
Lease and as allowed by law, we may deduct from your
security deposit any amounts due under this Lease. lf vou
move aut earl y or in rQspqn�g to o rto[ice ta vpta[e, you716e
1fa81e for�eke ��inarharaes. Upon receipt of your move-out
date and forwarding address in writing, the security deposit
will be returned (less lawful deductions) with an itemized
actounting of any deductions, no laterthan 30 days after
surrenderorabandonment, unless laws provide otherwise.
Any refund may be by one paymentjointly payable to all
residents and distributed to any one residentwe choose,
ordistri6uted equallyamong all residents.
Insurance. Our insurance doesn't cover the loss of or damage to
yourpersonal property. You will be required to have lia6ility insur-
ance as specified in this Lease unless otherwise prohibited by law. If
you have insurance covering the apartment oryour personal belong-
ings at the ti me you or we suffe r or al I ege a loss, you agree to require
your insurance carrier to waive any insurance subrogation rights.
Even if not required, we urge you to obtain your own insurance for
losses due to theft,fire, Flood, water, pipe leaks and similar occurrenc-
es. Most renter's insurance policies don't cover losses due to a Flood.
Reletting and Early LeaseTerminatian. This Lease may not be ter-
minated early except as provided in this Lease.
7.1. Reletting Charge. You'll be liable for a reletting charge as
listed in Lease Details, (not to exceed 85%of the highest
monthly Rent during the Lease term) ifyou: (A) fail to mo�e in,
or fail to give written move-out notite as required in Par, 25;
(B) move outwithout paying Rent in full for the entire Lease
term or renewal period; (q move out at our demand because
of your default; or (D) are judicially evicted. The reletting
tharge is not a terminatlon, canwllation or buyout fee and
does not release you from your o6ligations under this Lease,
including liabilityfor future or past-due Rent, �harges for
damages or other sums due.
The reletting charge is a liquidated amount covering only
part of our damages—for our time, effort, and expense in
finding and processing a replacement resident. These
damages are uncertain and hard to ascertain—particularly
those relating to inconvenience, paperwork, advertising,
showing apartments, utilities for showing, checking pros-
pects, overhead, marketing msts, and locato�-service fees.
You agree that the reletting charge is a reasonable estimate
of our damages and thatthe charge is due whether or not our
reletting attempts su�ceed.
7.2. Early LeaseTermination Option Procedure. In addition to
yourtermination rights referred to in 73 or 8.1 below, ifthis
pro�ision applies under Lease Details, you may opt to
terminate this Lease prior to the end of the Lease term ifall of
the following occur: (a) as outlined in Lease Details, you give
us written notice of early termination, pay the Early Termina-
tion Option fee in full and specifythe date bywhich you'll
move out; (b) you are not in default at anytime and do not
hold o�er; and (c) you repay all rent concessions, credits or
discounts you received during the Lease term. Ifyou are in
default, the Lease remedies apply.
73. SpecialTerminationRights.Youmayhavetherightunder
Texas law [o terminate thls Lease early in certain situations
involving milttary deployment or transfer, family violence,
certain sexual offenses, stafking or death of a sole resident.
Delay af Occupancy. We are not responsible for any de lay of your
occupancy caused byconstruction, repairs, cleaning, or a previous
residenYs holding ovecThis Lease will remain in force subjed to
(1) a6atement of Rent on a daily basis during delay, and (2) your right
toterminate this Lease in writing as set forth below. Rent abatement
and Lease termination do not apply if the delay isfor cleaning or re-
pairs that don't prevent you from moving into the apartment.
8.1. Termination. If we give written notice to you of a delay in
oaupancy when or after this Lease begins, you may termi-
natethis Leasewithin 3 days afteryou rereivewritten notice.
If we give you written notice before the date this Lease begins
and the notice states that a construction or other delay is
expected and that the apartment will be ready for you to
occupy on a specific date, you may terminate this Lease within
7 days after receiving written notice.
After propertermination, you are entitled onlyto refund of
any deposit(s) and any Rent you paid.
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9. CareofUnitandDamages.Youmustpromptlypayorreimburseus
for loss, damage, mnsequential damages, government fines or charg-
es, or cost of repairs orservice in the apartment community because
of a Lease violation; improper use, negligence, or other conduct by
you, your invitees, your occupants, or your guests; or, as allowed by
law, any other cause not due to our negligence orfault, exceptfor
damages by acts of God to the extent they couldn't be mitigated by
your adion or inadion.
Unless damage or wastewater stoppage is due to our negligence,
we're not liable for—and you must pay for—repai�s and replace-
ments occurrrng during the Lease term or renewal period, includ-
ing: (AJ damage from wastewaterstoppages caused 6yimproper
abjects in lines exclusively serving your apartmen4 (B) damage ta
doors, windows, orscreens; and (C) damage from windows or doors
left open.
10. CommunityPolicies.CommunityPoliciesbecomepartofthis
Lease and mustbe followed. We may make changes, induding addi-
tions, to our written Community Policies, and those changes can be-
come effective immediately if the Community Policies are distributed
and applicableto all units in the apartment community and do not
change the dollaramounts owed underthis Lease.
10.1. PhatolVideo Release. You give us permission to use any
photograph, likeness, image or video taken of you while
you are using property common areas or participating in
any event sponsored by us.
10.i. Disclosure of Information. At our sole option, we may,
but are not obligated to, share and use information related
to this Lease for law-enforcement, governmental, or business
purposes. At our request, you authorize any utility provider to
give us information about pending or actual connections or
disconnections of utility service to your apartment.
103. Guests.Wemayexdudefromtheapartmentcommunity
any guesu or others who, in our solejudgment, have been
violating the law, violating this Lease or our Community
Policies, or disturbing other residents, neighbors, visitors,
or owner representatives. We may also exclude from any
outside area or mmmon area anyone who refuses to show
photo identification or refuses to identify himself or
herself as a resident, an authorized occupant, or a guest of
a specific resident in the community.
Anyone not listed in this Lease cannot stay in the
apartmentformorethan__ 7__daysinoneweek
without our prior written consent, and no more than twice
that many days in any one month. If the previous space
isn't filled in, 2 days total per week will be the limit.
10.4. Natice of Con�ictions and Registration. You must
notify us within 15 days ifyou or any ofyour occupants:
(A) are convicted of any felony, (B) are convicted of any
misdemeanor involving a controlled su6stance, violenceto
another person, or destruction of property, or (Q register as a
sex offender.lnforming us ofa criminal conviction or
sex-offender registration doesn't waive any rights we may
have against you.
10.5. Odors, Noise and Construction. You agree that odors
and smells (induding those rela[ed to cooking),
everyday noises or sounds related to repair, renovation,
improvement, or construction in or around the property
are all a normal part of a multifamily living environment and
that it is impracti�al for us to prevent them from penetrating
your apartment.
11. Canduct. You agree to communicate and condu�t yourself in a law-
ful, courteous and reasonable manner at all times when interading
with us, our representatives and other residents or occupants. Any
acts of unlawful, discourteous or unreasonable communication or
condud by you, your occupants or guests is a breach of this Lease.
You must use customary diligence in maintaining the apartment,
keeping it in a sanitary condition and not damaging or littering the
common areas.Trash must 6e disposed of at least weekly. You will
use your apartment and all other areas, induding any balmnies, with
reasonable care. We may regulate the use of passageways, patios,
balconies, porches, and adivities in common areas.
11.1. ProhibitedConduct.You,yourocapants,andyourguests
will not engage in certain prohibited conduci, induding the
following activities:
(a) criminal conduct; manufaduring, delivering, or
possessing a controlled substance or drug parapher-
nalia; engaging in or threatening violence; possessing
a weapon prohihited by state law; discharging a firearm
in the apartment community; or, except when
allowed by law, displaying or possessing a gun, knife,
or other weapon in the common area, or in a way that
may alarm others;
(b) behaving in a loud, obnoxious or dangerous manner;
(c) distur6ingorthreateningtherights,comfort,health,safety,
or convenience of others, including us, our agents, or our
representatives;
(d) disrupting our business operations;
(e) storing anything in dosets containing water heaters or
gas appliances;
(fl tamperingwithutilitiesortelecommunication
equipment;
(g) bringing hazardous materials into the apartment
community;
(h) using windowsfor entry or exit;
(i) heating the apartmentwith gas-operated appliances;
(j) making 6ad-faith orfalse allegations against us or our
agents to others;
(k) smokingofanykind,thatisnotinaccordancewiththis
Lease;
@ using glass containers in or near pools; or
(m) conducting any kind of business (including child-care
services) in your apartment or in the apartment
community—exceptfor any lawful business
conducted "at home" 6y computer, mail, or telephone if
customers, clients, patients, employees or other
business associates do not come to your apartment
for business purposes.
12. Animals. No living creatures ofanykind are allowed, even tempo-
rarily,anywherein [heapartmentorapartmentcommunityun-
less we've given written permission. If we allow an animal, you must
sign a separate Animal Addendum and, except as setforth in the ad-
dendum, pay an animal deposit and applicable fees and additional
monthly rent, as applicable. An animal deposit is considered a gener-
al security deposit. You represent that any requests, statements and
representations you make, including those for an assistance or sup-
port animal, are true, accurate and made in good faith. Feeding stray,
feral orwild animals is a 6reach of this Lease.
12.1. Removal of Unautharized Animal. We may remove an
unauthorized animal by (1) leaving, in a conspicuous
place in the apartment, a written notice of our intent to
remove the animal within 24 hours; and (2) following the
procedures of Par.14. We may: keep or kennel the animal;
tum the animal overto a humane society, local authority
or rescue organization; or return the animal to you if
we consentto your requestto keep the animal and you
have completed and signed an Animal Addendum and
paid all fees. When keeping or kenneling an animal, we
won't be liablefor loss, harm, sickness, or death ofthe
animal unless due to our negligence. You must payfor
the animal's reasonable care and kenneling charges.
12.2. Violations of Animal Policies and Charges. If you or
any guest or occupant violatesthe animal restrictions of
this Lease or our Community Policies, you'll be subject to
charges, damages, eviction, and other remedies
provided inthis Lease, including animalviolation charges
listed in Lease Details from the date the animal was
brought into your apartment until it is removed. If an
animal has been in the apartment at anytime during
your term of oaupancy (with or without our mnsent),
we'll charge you for all deaning and repair costs,
induding defleaing, deodorizing, and shampooing.lnitial
and dailyanimal-violation chargesand animal-removal
charges are liquidated damages for ourtime,
in�onvenience, and overhead in enforcing animal
restrictions and Community Policies.
13. Parking. You may not be guaranteed parking. We may regulate the
time, manner, and place of parking of all motorized vehicles and
other modes oftransportation, including bicycles and scooters, in
this Lease. In addition to other rights we have to tow or boot vehicles
under state law, we also have the right to remove, at the expense of
the vehide owner or operator, anyvehide that is not in compliance
with this Lease.
14. When We May Enter. If you or any other resident, guest or occupant
is present,then repair or service persons, contractors, law officers,
government representatives, lenders, appraisers, prospedive resi-
dents or buyers, insurance agents, persons authorized to enter under
your rental application, or our representatives may peacefully enter
the apartment at reasonable times for reasonable business purposes.
If nobody is in the apartment, then any such person may enter peace-
fully and at reasonable times (by breaking a window or other means
when necessary) for reasonable business purposes if written notice of
the entry is left in a conspicuous place in the apartment immediately
after the entry. We are under no obligation to enter only when you
are present, and we may, but are not obligated to, give prior notice or
make appointments.
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15. Requests, Repairs and Malfunctions.
15.1. WrittenRequestsRequired.lfyouoranyoccupanfneeds
to send a request—(or example, for repairs, insta/la[ions,
services, ownership disc%sure, orsecurlty-related matters—
itmust be writ�en and delivered to ourdesignated
representative in accordance with this Lease (except for
fair-housing acwmmodation or modification requests or
situations involving imminent danger orthreats to health or
safety, such as fire, smoke, gas, explosion, or crime in
progress). Our written notes regarding your oral request do
not constitute a written request from you. Our complying
with or responding to any oral request doesn't waive the strict
requirement for written notices under this Lease. A request
for maintenance or repair by anyone residing in your
apartment constitutes a request from all residents. The trme,
manner, method and means of performing maintenance
and repairs, inc/uding whether or which vendors to use,
are within our sole discretion.
75.2. YourRequirementtoNotify.Youmustpromptlynotifyusin
writing of air conditioning or heating problems, water leaks or
moisture, mold, electrical problems, malfunctioning lights,
broken or missing locks or latches, or any other condition that
poses a hazard or threat to property, health, or safety. Unless
we instruct otherwise, you are required to keep the
apartment cooled or heated according to this Lease. Air
mnditioning problems are normally notemergencies.
153. Utilities. We may change or install utility lines or
equipment serving the apartment ifthe work is done
reasonably without su6stantially increasing your
utility costs. We mayturn off equipment and interrupt
utilities as needed to perform work orto avoid
property damage or other emergencies. If utilities
malfunction or are damaged 6y fire, water, or similar
cause, you must notify our representative immediately.
15.4. Your Remedies. We'll act with customary diligence to
make repairs and reconnections within a reasonahle
time,taking into consideration when casualty-insurance
proceeds are received. Unless required by statute after
a casualty loss, or during equipment repair, your Rent
will not abate in whole or in part. "Reasonable time"
acmunts forthe severity and nature of the problem and
the reasonable availability of materials, labor, and
uti lities. Ifwe fail to iimelyrepair a condition that
materiallyaffects the physical health orsafety of an
ordinary resident as required by the Texas Property Code,
you maybe entitled to exercise remedies under§ 92.056
and § 92.0561 of the Texas PropertyCode.lfyou ioflow
the procedures under those sections, the following
remedies, among others, maybe available to you:
(1) termination o/this Lease andan appropriate refund
under 9Z.056(fJ; (2J have the condition repaired or
remedied according to 4 92.0561; (3) dedurt from the Rent
the cost of the repair or remedy according to § 9�.056i;
and 4) judicialremedies according to § 9�.0563.
16. Our Right to Terminate for Apartment CommunityDamage or
Closure. If, in our solejudgment, damages to the unit or building are
significant or performance of needed repairs poses a dangerto you,
we may terminate this Lease and your right to possession by giving
you at least 7 days' written notice. lf termination occurs, you agree
we'll refund only prorated rent and all deposits, minus lawful deduc-
tions. We may remove and dispose of your personal property if, in
our solejudgment, it causes a health or safety hazard or impedes our
ability to make repairs.
16.1. PropertyClosure.Wealsohavetherighttoterminate
this Lease and your right to possession by giving you at
least 30 days' written notice of termination ifwe are
demolishing your apartment or closing it and it will no
longer be used for residential purposes for at least 6
months, or if any part of the property becomes subject to
an eminent domain proceeding.
17. AssignmentsandSubletting.YoumaynotassignthisLeaseorsub-
let your apartment. You agree that you won't rent, offer to rent or
license all or any part of your apartment to anyone else unless other-
wise agreed to in advance by us in writing. You agree that you won't
accept anything of value from anyone else for the use of any part of
your apartment. You agree not to list any part of your apartment on
any lodging or short-term rental website or with any person orser-
vice that advertises dwellings for rent.
18. Seturity and Safety Devices. We'11 oayfor missin� se�uritv de-
vices that are required 6y law. Ypu'll payfar.lAl reke r�a that
rLau reuuest lunless we faifed [a rekev after the areviaus resi-
dent moved outl: and [61 reoairs or renlacements be[ause of
misuse ar damaae bv vou ar vaur familv, vour accuoants. or vour
uests. You must pay immediately after the work is done unless state
law authorizes advance payment. You must also pay in advanre for
any additional or changed security devices you reque5t.
Texas PropertyCode secs. 92.157, 92.153, and 92.154 require, with
some exceptions, that we provide at no cost to you when occupancy
begins: (A) a windowlatch on each window; (B) a doorviewer(peep-
hole or windaw) on each exterior door; (CI a pin lack on each sliding
door; (D) either a door-handle latch or a securlty 6ar on each sliding
door, fEJ a keyless 6olting device (deadbolt) an each exterior doow,
and (F) either a keyed doorkno6lock or a keyed deadbolt lock on
one entry daor. Keyed locks will6e rekeyed after the prior resident
moves out. The rekeying will6e done either 6efore you move in or
within 7 days after you move in, as required 6y law. If we fai! [o in-
stall or rekeysecurity devices as required by faw, you have the right
to do so and deduct the reasona6le cost from your next Rent pay-
ment underTexas Property fode sec. 92.165(1J. We maydeactivate
or not install keyless 6olting devices on your doors if (A) you or an
occupant in the dwelling is over 55 or disa6led, and (8) the require-
ments ofTexas Property Code sec. 92.153(e) or (fJ are satisfied.
18.1. Smoke Alarms and Detection Devices. We'll furnish
smoke alarms or other detection devices required by law
orcityordinance. We may install additional detectors
not so required. We'll test them and provide working
batteries when you first take possession ofyour
apartment. Upon request, we'll provide, as required by
law, a smoke alarm capable of alerting a person with a
hearing impairment.
You must payfor and replace batteries as needed,
unless the law provides otherwise. We may replace dead
or missing batteries atyour expense, without prior notice
to you. Neither you noryour guests or occupants may
disable alarms or dete�tors. lfyou damage or disable the
smoke alarm or remove u battery withoutreplacing it
wlth a working 6attery, you may 6e 1ia6/e to us under
TexasPropertyCodesec.92.2611 forS100plusone
mon[h's Rent, actual damages, and attarney's fees.
18.2. Dutyto Report.You must immediately report to us any
missing, malfunctioning or defective security devices,
smoke alarms or detectors. You'll be liable ifyou fail to
report malfunctions, or fail to report any loss, damage, or
fines resulting from fire, smoke, or water.
19. Resident5afetyandLoss.Unlessotherwiserequired6ylaw,none
o(us, our employees, agents, or management companies are 1ia61e
to you, yourguests or occupants for any damage, personal injury,
loss to personal praperty, orloss of business orpersonalincome,
from any cause, including but not limited to: negligent or intention-
al acts ofresidents, occupants, orguests,• thek, 6urglary, assault
vandalism or othercrimes; fire, flood, water leaks, rain, hail, ice,
snow, smoke, lightning, wind, explosions, interruption ofutilities,
pipe leaks or other occurrences unless such damage, injury or/oss is
caused exclusively 6y our negligence.
We do not warrantsecurity ofanykind. You agree that you will not
rely upon any security measures taken by us for personal security,
and that you will call 911 and local law enforcement authorities if any
security needs arise.
You acknowledge that we are not equipped or trained to provide
personal security services to you, your guests or oaupants. You rer
ognize that we are not required to provide any private security ser-
vices and that no security devices or measures on the property are
fail-safe. You further acknowledge that, even if an alarm or gate ame-
nities are provided, they are mechanical devices that can malfunr
tion. Any charges resulting from the use of an intrusion alarm will be
charged to you, including, but not limited to, anyfalse alarms with
police/fire/ambulance response or other required city charges.
20. Condition ofthe Premises and Alterations.
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20.2.
As-Is. We disclaim all implied warranties. You accept the
apartment, fixtures, and furniture as is, except for
conditions materially affecting the health or safety of
ordinary persons. You'll be given an Inventory and
Condition Form at or before move-in. You agree that
after completion of the fo rm or within 4S h ours after
move-in, whichever mmes first, you must note on the
form all defeds or damage, sign the form, return it to
us, and the form accurately reflects the condition of the
premises for purposes of determining any refund due to
you when you move aut.Otherwise, everything will be
considered to be in a dean, safe, and good working
condition. You must still send a separate requestfor any
repairs needed as provided 6y Par. 15.1.
Standards and Improvements. Unless authorized by
law or by us in writing, you must not perform any repairs,
painting, wallpapering, carpeting, electrical changes, or
otherwise alter our property. No holes or stickers are
allowed inside or outside the apartment. Unlessthis Lease
states otherwise, we'll permit a reasonable number of small
nail holes for hanging pictures on sheetrockwalls and in
grooves of wood-paneled walls. No water furniture, washing
machines, dryers, extra phone or television outlets, alarm
systems, cameras, two-way talk device, video or other door-
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bells, or lockchanges, additions, or rekeying is permitted
unless required by law or we've consented in writing. You may
install a satellite dish or antenna, but only ifyou sign our
satellite dish orantenna lease addendum,which complies
with reasonable restrictions allowed byfederal Iaw.You must
not alter, damage, or remove our property, induding alarm
systems, detection devices, appliances,furniture, telephone
and television wiring, screens, locks, or security devices. When
you move in, we'll supply light bulbs for fixtures we furnish, in-
cluding e�erior fixtures operated from inside the apartment;
afterthat, You'll replace them at your expense
with bulbs ofthe same type and wattage. Your improvements
to the apartment (made with or without our consent) become
ours unless we agree otherwise in writing.
21. Notices. Written notice to orfrom our employees, agents, or
management companies mnstitutes notice to orfrom us. Notices to
you or any other resident of the apartment constitute notice to all
residents. Notices and requests from any resident constitute notice
from all residents. Only residents can give notice of Lease termination
and intent to move out under Par. 7.3. All notices and documents will
be in English and, at our option, in any other language that you read
orspeak.
21.1. ElectronicNatice.Noticemaybeqivenelectronicallyby
us to you if allowed 6y law. If allowed by law and in
accordance with this Lease, electronic notice irom you to us
must be sentto the email address and/or portal specified in
this Lease. Notice may also be given by phone call or to a
physical address if allowed in this Lease.
You representthat you have provided your current email
address to us, and that you will notify us in the event your
email address changes.
22. Lia6ility.EachresidentisjointlyandseverallyliableforallLease
obligations. If you or any guest or occupantviolates this Lease or our
Community Policies, all residents are considered to have violated this
Lease.
22.7. Indemnification byYou.You'lldefend indemni(yandhold us
and our emp/oyees, agents, andmanagement company
harmless from alllia6ility arising fram your conduct or
requests to ourrepresenta[ives and from the conduc[ of or
requests byyour invitees, occupants orguests.
23. DefaultbyResident.
23.1.
23.2.
Acts of Default. You'll be in default if: (A) you don't
timely pay Rent, induding monthly re�urring charges, or
other amounts you owe; (B) you or any guest or
occupant violates this Lease, our Community Policies,
or fire, safety, health, criminal or other laws, regardless of
whether or where arrest or conviction occurs; (C) you
give incorrect, incomplete, orfalse answers in a rental
application or in this Lease; or (D) you or any occupant is
charged, detained, mnvicted, or given deferred
adjudi�ation or pretrial diversion for (1) an offense
involving actual or potential physical harm to a person, or
involving the manufacture or delivery of a controlled
substan�e, marijuana, or drug paraphernalia as defined
in the Texas Controlled Substances Act, or (2) any sex-
related crime, induding a misdemeanor.
Eviction. lf you default, induding holding over, we may
end your right of occupancy 6y giving you at leasf a 24-
hour written notice to vacate. Term ination of your possession
rights doesn't release you from liability for future Rent or
other Lease obligations.Aftergivingnoticeto vacateor
filinganevictionsuit wemaystiflarcep[Rentorother
sums due; the filing or acceptance doesn't waive or
diminish ourrightofevictionoranyothercontractualor
statutory right. Accepting money at any time doesn't waive
our right to damages, to past or future Rent or other sums,
or to our continuing wiYh eviction proceedings. In an eviction,
Rent is owed for the full rental period and will not be
prorated.
23.3. Acceleration. Unless we elect not to accelerate Rent, all
monthly Rentforthe rest ofthe Lease term or renewal
period will be accelerated automatically without notice
or demand (before or after a«eleration) and will 6e
immediately due if, without our written consent: (A) you
move out, remove property in preparing to move out,
or you or any occupant gives oral or written notice of
intent to move out before the Lease term or renewal
period ends; and (B) you haven't paid all Rentforthe
entire Lease term or renewal period. Remaining Rent will
also be a�celerated ifyou'rejudicially evided or move
out when we demand because you've defaulted.
If you don't pay the first month's Rent when or before th is Lease
begins, all future Rent for the Lease term will be automatically
accelerated without notice and become immediately due. We
also may end your right of occupancy and recover damages,
future Rent, attorney's fees, court costs, and other lawful charges.
23.4. Holdover.Youandalloccupantsmustvacateandsurrender
the apartment 6y or before the date contained in: (1) your
mo�e-out notice (2) our notice to vacate, (3) our notice of
non-renewal, or (4) a written agreement specifying a different
move-out date. If a holdover occurs, then you'll be Ilable to us
for a II Rent for the full term of the previously signed lease of a
new resident who can't occupy because ofthe holdover, and
at our option, we may extend the Lease term and/or increase
the Rent by �5�/a by delivering written notice to you or your
apartment while you continueto hold over.
23.5. Other Remedies. We may report unpaid amounts to
credit agencies as allowed by law. If we or our debt
collectortries to colled any money you owe us, you
agree that we or the debt colledor may contact you by
any legal means. If you default, you will pay us, in addition
to other sums due, any rental dismunts or concessions
agreed to in writing that have been applied to your account.
We may remver attorney's fees im m�nedion with enforcing
our rights under this Lease. All unpaid amounts you owe bear
interest atthe rate provided byTexas Finance Code Section
304.003(c) from the due date. You must pay all collection-
agencyfees ifyou fail to pay sums due within 10 days after
you are mailed a letter demanding payment and stating that
collection-agencyfees will 6e added ifyou don't pay all sums
by that deadline. You are also liable for a charge (not to
exceed $150) to cover our time, cost and expenseforany
eviction proceeding against you, plus our attorneys fees and
expenses, court costs, and filing fees actually paid.
24. Representatives'AuthorityandWaivers.0u�representatives(]n-
cluding management personnel, employees, and agents) have no
authority to waive, amend, or terminate this Lease or any part ofit
unless in writing andsigned, and no authorlty to makepromises, rep-
resentations, or agreements that impose security duties or other ob-
ligations on us or ourrepresentatives, unless in writing and signed.
No action or omission by us will be considered a waiver of our rights or of
any subsequerit violation, default, or time or place of performance.0ur
choice to enforce, not enforce or delayenforcement of written-na-
tice requirements, rental due dates, ncceleration, liens, or any other
rights isn't a waiver underany circumstances. Delay in demanding
sums you owe is not a waiver. Except when notice or demand is required
by law, you waive any notice and demand for performance from us if you
default Noth ing in this Lease constitutes a waiver of our remedies for a
breach under your prior lease that occurred before the Lease term begins.
Your Lease is subordinate to existing and future recorded mortgages, un-
less the owner's lender chooses othenvise.
All remedies are cumulative. Exercising one remedywon't constitute
an eledion orwaiver of other remedies. All provisions regarding our
nonliability or nonduty apply to our employees, agents, and manage-
ment companies. No employee, agent, or management company is
personally liable for any of our tontradual, statutory, or other obliga-
tions merely by virtue of acting on our behalf.
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25. Move-OutNotice. Beforemovingout youmustgiveourrepresen-
tative advance written move-out notice asstated ln Par. 4, even if
thls Lease has become a month-to-month lease. The move-out date
can't be changed unless we and you both agree in writing.
Vour move-out notice must comply with each of the following:
(a) Unless we require more than 30 days' notice, ifyou give
notice on thefirst day of the month you intend to move
out, move out will be on the last day of that month.
(6) Yourmove-outnoticemustnotterminatethisLease
beforethe end of the Leaseterm or renewal period.
(c) Ifwerequireyoutogiveusmorethan30days'written
notice to move out befo re the end of the Lease term, we
will give you 1 written reminder not less than 5 days nor
mo�ethan 90 days before yourdeadline for giving us
your written move-out notice. If we fai I to give a rem i nder
notice, 30 days' written notice to move out is required.
(d) Youmustgetfromusawrittenacknowledgmentofyour
notice.
26. Move-Out Procedures.
26.1. Cleaning.Youmustthoroughlycleantheapartment,including
doors,windows,fumiture, bathrooms, kitchen appliances,
patios, 6akonies, garages, carports, and storage rooms. You
must follow move-out cleaning instructions ifthey have been
provided. If you don't clean adequately, you'll 6e liable for
reasonable cleaning charges—including charges for cleaning
carpets, draperies, furniture, walls, etc. that are soiled beyond
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normal wear (that is, wear or soiling that occurs without
negligence, carelessness, accident, or abuse�.
26.2. Move-Out Inspection. We may, but are not obligated to,
provide ajoint move-out inspection. Our representatives
have no authority to bind or limit us regarding dedudions for
repairs, damages, or charges. Any statements or estimates by
us or our representative are subjectto our correction, modi-
fication, or disapproval before final accounting or refunding.
27. Surrender and Abandonment. You have surrenderedthe apartment
when: (A) the move-out date has passed and no one is living in the
apartment in our reasonablejudgment; or (B) apartment keys and ar
cess devices listed in Pac 2.1 have been turned in to us—whichever
happens first.
You have a6andonedthe apartment when all ofthefollowing have
occurred: (A) everyone appears to have moved out in our reasonable
judgment; (B) you've been in defauk for nonpayment of Rent for 5
consecutive days, or water, gas, or electric service for the apartment
not conneded in our name has been terminated or transferred; and
(q you've not responded for 2 days to our notice left on the inside of
the main entry door stating that we consider the apartment a6an-
doned. An apartment is also considered abandoned 10 days afterthe
death of a sole resident.
27.7. TheEndingofYourRights.Surrender,abandonment,or
judicial eviction ends your right of possession for all purposes
and gives us the immediate right to dean up, make repairs in,
and relet the apartment; determine any security-deposit
deductions; and remove or store property left in the apartment.
27.2. Removal and Storage of Property. We, or law officers, may—
but have no duty to—remove or store all propertythat in our
solejudgment belongs to you and remains in the apartment
or in common areas (including any vehicles you or any
occupant or guest owns or uses) after you're judicially evicted
or if you surrender or abandon the apartment.
We're not 1ia61e for casualty, loss, damage, or theft. You
must pay reasonable charges for our packing, removing and
storing any property.
Except for animals, we may throw away or give to a charitable
organization all personal propertythat is:
(1) left in the apartment after surrender or abandonment; or
(2) left outside more than 1 hour after writ of possession is
executed,followingjudicial eviction.
An animal removed aher surrender, abandonment, or evidion
may be kenneled or turned over to a local authority, humane
society, or rescue organization.
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28. TAA Membership. We, the management company representing us,
or any locator service thatyou used confirms membership in good
standing of both the Texas Apartment Association and the affiliated
local apartment asso�iation for the area where the apartment is
located at the time of signing this Lease. If not, the following applies:
(A) this Lease is voidable at your option and is unenforceable 6y us
(exceptfor property damages); and (B) we may not remver past or
future rent or other charges. The above remedies also apply if both
of the following occur: (1) this Lease is automatically renewed on a
month-to-month basis more than once after membershlp in TAA and
the local association has lapsed; and (2) neither the ownernorthe man-
agement co3npany is a member ofTAA and the local association during
the third auromatic renewal. A signed affidavitfrom the affiliated local
apartment association attesting to nonmembership when this Lease
or renewal was signed will be conclusive evidence of nonmembership.
Governmental entities may useTAAforms ifTAA agrees in writing.
Name, address and telephone num6erof locator service �ifapplicable):
29. Severability and Survivability. If any provision of this Lease is inval-
id or unenforceable under applicable law, it won't invalidate the re-
mainder ofthis Lease or change the intent ofthe parties. Paragrephs
10.1,10.2,16, 22.1, 27, 30 and 31 shall survive thetermination of
this Lease.This Lease hinds subsequent owners.
30. Controlling Law. Texas law governs this Lease. All litigation arising
underthis Lease and all Lease obligations must be brought in the
county, and precinct if applicable, where the apartment is bcated.
31. Waivers. BysigningthisLease,youagreetothefollowing:
31.1. Class Action Waiver. You agree that you will not participate
in any class action claims against us or our employees, agents,
or management company. You must file any daim against us
individually, and you expressly waive your rightto 6ring,
represent, join orotherwise maintain a dass action,
collective action or similar proceeding against us in
any forum.
YOU GNaERSTANOTHAT, WITHOi}TTFf15 WAIVE_R. YOU
COULD BE A PAeiY IN A CLA55 ACT30N LAWSll1T. BY
SIGNINGTHIS L�ASE. YOU ACCEPTTHIS WAIVER_AND
CIi005ET0 HAUE ANY CLAIM5 �ECIDEd INdIVIpUALLY.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS PARAGRAPH SHALL SURVIVE
THETERMINATION OR E1(PIRATI�N OF THIS LEASE.
31.2. Force Majeure. If we are prevented from completing substan-
tial performance of any obligation underthis Lease by
occurrencesthat are beyond ourcontrol, induding but
not limited to, an a�t of God, strikes, epidemics, war, acts of
terrorism, riots, flood, fire, hurricane, tornado, sabotage or
governmental regulation, then we shall be excused from any
further performance of obligations to the fullest extent
allowed by law.
32. Special Provisions. The following, or attached Special Provisions and
any addenda or Community Policies provided to you, are part ofthis
Lease and supersede any conFlicting provisions in this Lease.
Do not sit, stand or otherwise place
extremely heavy objects on the kitchen
island as it may break the granite.
Paragraph 6, requiring liability
insurance, does not applv.
Befare submitting a rental application or signing this Lease, you
should review the documents and may consult an attorney. Yau are
bound bythis Lease when it is signed. An electronic signature is
binding. This Lease, including all addenda, is the entire agreement
6etween you and us.You agree that you are NOT relying on any
oral representations.
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(Name of Resident)
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(Name of Resident)
Date signed
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Lease Contract Addendum for Units
Participating in Government Regulated
Affordable Housing Programs
Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract
("Lease") executed by you, the resident(s), on the dwelling
you have agreed to rent.That dwelling is:
(name of apartments)
or other dwelling located at
(street address of house, duplex, etc.)
City/State where dwelling is located
2. Participation in Government Program. We, as the owner of
thedwellingyou are renting,are participating in a government
regulated affordable housing program.This program requires
both you and us to verify certain information and to agree to
certain provisions contained in this addendum.
3. AccuratelnformationinApplication.Bysigningthisadden-
dum, you are certifying that the information provided in the
Rental Application or any Supplemental Rental Application
regard ing your household annual i ncome is true and accurate.
4. Request�s) for Information. By signing this addendum, you
agreethattheannual incomeand othereligibilityrequirements
for participation in this government regulated affordable
housing program are substantial and material obligations
under the Lease. Within seven days after our request, you
agree to comply with our requests for information regard-
ing annual income and eligibility, including requests by the
ownerand the appropriate government monitoring agency.
These requests to you may be made to you now and anytime
during the Lease term or renewal period.
5. Failure to Answer or Inaccurate Information May Be Good
Cause Groundsfor Evidion.lfyou refuseto answer or do not
provide accurate information in response to the requests in
Par. 4 above, it may be considered a substantial violation of
the Lease and good cause grounds forterminating and/or not
renewing your Leaseandforan eviction.lt makes nodifference
whetherthe inaccuracyofthe information you furnished was
intentional or unintentional.
6. Termination or Non-Renewal of Lease for Housing Tax
Credit (HTC), HOME Pragram, NHTF Program and Prop-
erties Owned by Public Facility Corporations. Provisions
in Par. 6-6.5 of this Addendum shall apply only to residents
living in a dwelling covered by the HTC, NHTF and HOME
proqrams or properties owned by a PFC under Texas Local
Government Code. Par. 6-6.5 ofthis Addendum also override
any contrary provisions contained in the Lease. We will not
evict a resident solely on the basis that the resident is or has
been a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking,
or has participated,testified or assisted in any matter covered
by the Violence Against Women Act 2022.
6.1 Housing Tax Credit Program. For rental properties par-
ticipating in the HTC program, IRS Revenue Ruling 2004-82
provides that a property owner may not evict a resident
or terminate a tenancy except for good cause. In addition,
for HTC units, we must provide the notice required under
the Lease if evicting during the lease term or if terminat-
ing your residency at the end of an initial or renewal term.
In addition, for HTC units, we must provide written notice
specifying the grounds for eviction during the lease term
or if we terminate your residency at the end of the initial
or renewal term.
6.2 HOME Progrem. For rental properties participating in the
HOME program,federal regulation 24CFR 92.253 provides
that a property owner may not evict a resident or refuse to
renew a Lease except for serious or repeated violations of
the Lease, violations of applicable federal, state or local law,
completion of the tenancy period for Transitional Housing
(if applicable) or for good cause. Evictions or nonrenewal
of leasesfor reasons otherthan good cause are prohibited.
In addition, for HOME program units, the property owner
must provide a resident with at least 30 days written notice
before either seeking an eviction or not renewing a Lease.
The written notice must specify the grounds for eviction
or nonrenewal of the Lease.
6.3 NHTF Program. For rental properties participating in the
NHTF program, federal regulation 24 CFR 93303 provides
that a property owner may not evict a resident or refuse to
renew a Lease except for serious or repeated violations of
the Lease, violations of applicable federal, state or local law,
completion of the tenancy period for Transitional Housing
(if applicable) or for good cause. Evictions or nonrenewal
of leasesfor reasons otherthan good cause are prohibited.
In addition, for NHTF program units, the property owner
must provide a written notice that specifies the grounds
for eviction or nonrenewal of the Lease.
6.4
6.5
Properties Owned by PFCs. For PFC-owned properties, the
owner may only refuse to renew the lease if the resident:
(1) if in material noncompliance with the Lease, including
nonpayment of rent; (2) committed one or more substan-
tial violations of the Lease; (3) failed to provide required
information on income, composition, or eligibility of the
resident's household; or (4) �ommitted repeated minor
violations ofthe Lease that disrupt the livability ofthe prop-
erty, adversely affect the health and safety of any person or
right of quiet enjoyment of the lease premises and related
development facilities, interfere with management of the
development or have an adverse financial effect on the
development, including failure ofthe residentto pay rent
in a timely manner. In addition, we must provide a resident
with at least 30 days written notice of nonrenewal of the
Lease. The owner may not retaliate or take action against
a resident or the residenYs guests because the resident
established, attempted to establish or participated in a
resident organization.
Good Cause. If challenged by a resident, a court may deter-
mine if a property owner has good cause to evict, terminate
a tenancy or not renew the Lease. We must provide a 30-day
written notice before seeking an eviction for nonpayment of
rent.IftheCARES Actis modifiedto eliminatethe30-daynotice
requirement, HUD or Treasury requirements will supersede
this 30-day notice requirementfor nonpayment of rent. "Good
cause" may include, but is not limited to, nonpayment of rent,
failure to answer or provide accurate information, as required
by Par.4 and 5 of this Addendum, serious or repeated Lease
violations, or breaking the law.
No Lien or Lockout for Unpaid Sums. For rental proper-
ties thatare supported byHTC allocations, sec. 2306.6738,
Texas Government Code, prohibits such property owners
from threatening orconductinga lockoutunless: allowed 6y
judicialprocess; necessaryto perform repairs orconstruction
work; orresponding to an emergency. Personal propertyofa
resident maynot 6eseized orthreatened to beseized except
byjudicial process unless the premises has been a6andoned
as required by 24 CFR 92.253.
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Insurance.lnsurance is notrequired but is still stronglyrecom-
mended. Though not required, we urge yau to get your own
insurance for losses due to theft, fire, water, pipe leaks, and
similar occurrences.
9. Student5tatus.Bysigningthisaddendum,youagreetonotify
the owner, in writing, if there are any changes in the student
status of any residents (induding replacement residents)
occupying the unit.
10. ConflictwithGoverningLaw.Totheextentthatanypartof
your Lease orthis addendum conflicts with applicable federal,
state, or local laws or regulations, the law or regulation over-
rides that portion of your Lease or this addendum.
Your are entitled io receive a conv of this Addendum aker it is fullysigned. Keep it in a safe pface.
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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR CONCES5ION, CREDIT OR OTHER DISCOUNT
1.
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2. Concession or discount. As an incentive and bonus to you for signing the TAA Lease Contract, choosing our property,
and agreeing to fulfill your obligations for the entire term of the TAA Lease Contract, you will receive a concession, credit or
discount described below. (Check all that applyJ
❑ One-time concession. You will receive a one-time concession in the total amount of $
This concession will be credited to your charges for the month(s) of
❑ Monthly discount. You will receive a monthly discount of $
Special Provisions:
for months.
3. Payment ox repayment for bxeach. If you move out or terminate your TAA Lease Contract early, in violation of the TAA
Lease Contract, you forfeit the concession or credit received under this addendum.
If you fail to pay all of your obligations under the TAA Lease Contract, then you will be required to immediately repay us the
amounts of all concessions andlor discounts that you actually received from us for the months you resided in your dwelling,
in addition to all other sums due under the TAA Lease Contract for unauthorized surrender or abandonment by the resident
(see TAA Lease Contract Par. 27).
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Please note: We consider animals a serious responsibility nnd a risk to each resident in ihe dwelling. If you do
not properly conirol and care for an animal, you'll be liable if it causes damage or disturbs other residents.
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;. Concitional Autlioriza4ion For Animal. You may keep the animal or
anirnak desai6ed belaw in the dwelling until the Lease expires. We
may !2rminate this authorization sooner if your right of oaupancy is
i�nNiully terminated or if ir ourjudgment you, your animal, your guest,
or any oaupant �nolates any of the � ules in this addendum.
n. anir,.a! 7eposit. You must pay a one-time animal deposit of
� 250.00 when /ou sign this addendum. Thls deposit fs
in zdclition to your total seairity C�f posfl under the Lease, which is a
�en�ral securlty cieposit foi all pur,_ ose� R^(und of the iotal security
rleposit is subjett to the !erms znd conclitinns in the Lease, and this
aniir�al-deposit portion of the total dep.:�sit is not separately refund-
�ble cven if thc animal is removcd.
5. .GssE<tance or Service An'smais.l�dhen al!o�n�ed by applicable Iaws, we
may i equire wntten verification of or malce other inqu�ries regarding
;he disability-relaied need for an assistance oi sei vice animal for a per-
:;on vaith a disability. We evill not charae an anirnal JepoSit, additional
ent, oi other fee For any authorize,�l assistznce or servire animaL Ex-
cept �s piovided 6y applicable la�n�, all oihei provisions of this adden-
ctum apE�ly to assistance or service animals.
5. Search and Rescue Dog;. We may ask the handler of a search and
rescue dog for proof he or shc is a person with a certification issued by
a naiinnally recognized search and i escue agency before we authorize
a search and rescue dog. If we authorize a search and rescue dog, we
���ill not charge an animal Jeposi;, additional rent or other fee for any
such dog Except as provided by appGcable law, all other provisions of
this addendum apply to seaich and rescue doys.
7. fidditional Monthly Ren.. Your monthly base rent (as stated in the
I�asc) ���ill be ina�eased b�� 5 15 . 00
E. ^.dd?iional Fee. Yoi.i mus: also pay a one-time nonrefundable fee
ef $ 0. 00 to keepihe animal in the dwelling unitThe
fee is due when you sign chis add�nd�_iir.
9. :€aLi?iig Not Limited. Tlie additinnal i��nnthly rent ai�d additional
security deposit under [his Flnin al �lddendum do not limit residents'
liahilit/ for property damaae, dea�--ing, rleodorization, defleaing, m-
plac:=ments, cr personal iojuries.
�0. Cexripi;on oi Animal. You may kcep only the animal or animals de-
=cribcd below. You may not substitute any cthcr animal Neither you
noryour guests oroccup.�nts may hring any other animal—mammal,
�eptfle, biid, amphl6ian, fish, rodent, aiachnid, or insed—into the
dwrlliny or apartment community.
Fle�mal's name:
Ty�-.e: _
Breed:
Color: �
Weight
Aqc:
Citv of li[ense:
License lt:
Date of last rabies shot:
House6roken?
Animal owner's name: _
Animal's name:
Type:
Breed:
Color:
Weight:
Age:
City of license:
License k:
Date of last rabies shot:
Housebroken?
Animal owner's name:
AnimaPs name:
Color:
Weight:
City of license:
License N:
Date of last rabies shol
House6roken7
Animal owner's name:
11. Special Provisions. The following special provisions mntrol over any
conflicting provisions ofthfs addendum:
12. Emergency. In an emergency involving an accident or injury to your
animal, we have the right—but not the duty—to take the animal to
the following veterinarian for treatment, atyour expense.
Doctor:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone: �)
13. Animal Rules. You are responsible for the animal's actions at all times.
You agree to follow these rules:
13.1 Shats and Licenses.The animal at all times must have current
rabies shots and litenses required by Iaw.You mustshow us evi-
dence of the shots and licenses if we ask.
13.2 Disturbances. The animal must not disturb the neigh6ors or
other residents, regardless of whether the animal is inside or
outside the dwelling.
13.3 Housebreaking, Cages, Offspring. Dogs, cats, assistance or
service animals, and search and rescue dogs must be house-
broken. All other animals must be caged at all times. No animal
offspring are allowed.
13.41ndaor Waste Areas. Inside, the animal may urinate or defe
cate only in these designated areas:
13.5 Outdoor Waste Areas. Outside, the animal may urinate or def-
ecate only in these designated areas:
13.6 Tethering. Animals may not be tied to any fixed object any-
where outside the dwelling units, except in fenced yards (if any)
for your exdusive use.
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13.7 Off-Limit Areas. You must not let an animal—other than an
assistance or service animal—into swimming-pool areas, laun-
dry rooms, offices, dubrooms, other recreational facilities, or
other dwelling units besides your own, except that search and
rescue dogs shall be allowed to use areas of the property ar
cessible to the general public, such as the leasing office. Cer-
tain service animals in training shall also be allowed to use
those areas when accompanied by an approved trainer.
13.8 Food & Water. Your animal must be fed and given water in-
side the dwelling unit. You may not leave animal food orwater
outside the dwelling unit at any time, except in fenced yards (if
anyl for your exclusive use.
13.9 Leash. You must keep the animal on a leash and under your su-
pervision when outside the dwell ing or in any private fenced area.
We or our representative may pick up unleashed animals, report
them to the proper authorities, or do both. We'll charge you a rea-
sonablefeeforpicking up and keeping unleashed animals.
13.10Animal Waste. Unless we have designated a particular area in
your dwelling unit or on the grounds for animal defecation and
urination, you are prohibited from letting an animal defecate or
urinate anywhere on our property and you must take the ani-
maloffourpropertyforthatpurpose.lfweallowanimal defeca-
tion inside the unit, you must ensure that iYs done in a litter box
with a kitty-litter-type mix. If the animal defecates anywhere
on our property (including in a fenced yard for your exclusive
use), you must immediately remove the waste and repair any
damage. In addition to the terms of this addendum, you must
comply with all local ordinances regarding animal defecation.
14. Additional Rules. We may make reasonable changes to the animal
rules from time to time if we distribute a written �opy of any changes
to every resident who is allowed to have animals.
15. Violation of Rules. If you, your guest, or any occupant violates any
rule or provision of this addendum (in our judgment) and we give you
written notice of the violation, you must remove the animal immedi-
ately and permanentlyfrom the premises. We also have all other rights
and remedies setforth in the Lease, induding eviction and recovering
damages and attorney's fees from you.
16. Complaints About Animal. If we receive a reasonable complaint from
a neighbor or other resident or if we, in our sole discretion, determine
that the animal has disturbed neighbors or other residents, we will
give you written notice and you must immediately and permanently
remove the animal from the premises.
17. Our Removal of an Animal. In some circumstanres, we mayenterthe
dwelling unit and remove the animal within one day after leaving a
written notice in a conspicuous place.
17.1 Causes for Removal. We can remove an animal under this para-
graph if, in our solejudgment, you have:
(A) abandoned the animal;
(B) leftthe animal in the dwelling unit for an extended period of
time without food or water;
(Q Failed to care for a sick animal;
(D) violated our animal rules; OR
(E) let the animal defecate or urinate where iYs not allowed.
17.2 Removal Process. To remove an animal. we must follow the
procedures in the Lease, and we may turn the animal over to a
humane society or local authority. We'll retum the animal to you
upon request if we haven't already turned it o�er to a humane
society or local authority. We don't have a lien on the animal
for any purpose, but you must pay for reasonable care and ken-
neling charges for the animal. If you don't pick up the animal
within five days after we remove it, it will be considered aban-
doned.
18. Liability for Damage, Injuries, Cleaning. Except for reasonable wear
and tear resulting from an assistance or service animal, you and all co-
residents are jointly and severally liable for the entire amount of any
damage the animal causes, induding deaning, deFleaing, or deodor-
izing. This provision applies to all parts of the dwelling unit including
carpets, doors, walls, drapes, wallpaper, windows, screens, furniture, and
appliances, as well as landscaping and other outside impro�ements. If an
'item cannot be satisfactorily deaned or repaired, you must pay for us
to replace it. Payment for damage, repairs, deaning, replacements, and
the like are due immediately upon demand. As the owner, you �e stridly
liable for the entire amount of any injurythat your animal causes to an-
other person or to anyone's property. You indemnify us for all costs of
litigation and attorney's fees resu Iting from any such injury or damage.
19. Move-Out. Except for reasonable wear and tear resulting from an as-
sistance or service animal, when you move out, you'll pay for deFlea-
ing, deodorizing, and shampooing to protect future residents from
possible health hazards, regardless of how long the animal was there.
We—not you—will arrange for these services.
20. Multiple Residents. Each resident who signed the Lease must also
sign this addendum. You, your guests, and any occupants must follow
all animal rules. Each resident is jointly and severally liable for dam-
ages and all other obligations set forth in this addendum, even if the
resident does not own the animal.
21. Dog Park. We may provide an area to be used as a dog park. While
using the park, you will be required to supervise your dog, but may
remove the leash. Leashes must be used while traveling to and from
the park. The park is not supervised or monitored in any way, and you
use the park at your own risk. We are not liable for any injury, damage
or loss which is caused as a result of any problem, defect or malfunr
tion of the park. We are also not liable for injury, damage or loss to
any person, animal or property caused by any other person or animal,
including, but not limlted to, dog bite, trespass, assault or any other
crime. Furthermore, we are not liable for any disruption in the park's
operation or performan�e. You hereby release us and our agents, con-
tractors, employees and representatives from any liability connected
with the park. You agree to be responsible for any property damage
caused by you, your guests or other occupants to the park. You un-
derstand that participating in any activity at the park carries a risk of
injury, and you are willing to assumethis risk. We make no representa-
tions orwarranties of any kind regarding the park.
22. General. You acknowledge that no other oral or written agreement
exists regarding animals. Except for any special provisions noted in
paragraph 11 above, our representative has no authorityto modify this
addendum or the animal rules except in writing as described under
paragraph 14.This Animal Addendum and the animal rules are consid-
ered part ofthe Lease described above.
23. Animal Restrictions. No animal will be allowed that poses a threat
to any other person. You represent that your animal(s) does not pose
a danger or threat of any kind to any person or property; has not dis-
played vicious, aggressive or dangerous behavior; and has never be-
fore injured you or any other person or animal or caused any dam-
age to your property or another person's property. You affirmatively
represent and warrant that you have never had a daim or lawsuit filed
against you or anyone else for an injury or damage caused by or re-
lated to the animal. You understand an d agree that the approval of the
animal to live in your apartment is expressly conditioned upon all of
theforgoing being true and ifyou have made any misrepresentation it
is a violation of the Lease.
You are legally bound by this document. Please read it carefully.
You are en[itled to receive a copy of this Addendum afTer it is fully
signed. Keep it in a safe place.
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TAA O(ficial Statewide Form 22-E, Revised February2022 Q
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Mold Information and Prevention
Addendum
Please note: We wont ta maintain a high-quafrty living en vironment for our resldents. To hefp achieve this goal,
it is important that we work together to minrmize any mold growth in your dwelling. This Addendum contains
important information for you, and responsibilities ior bofh you and us.
If small areas of mold have already accumulated on nonporous
surfaces tsuch as cerami� tile, formica, vinyl Flooring, metal, wood,
or plastic), the Environmental Protection Agency recommends
that you first clean the areas wfth soap (or detergent) and water
and let the surface dry thoroughly. When the surface is dry—and
within 24 hours of cleaning—applya premixed spray-on household
biocide.
Do not clean or apply biocides to visible mold on porous sur-
fates such as sheetrock walls or ceilings or to large areas of visi6le
mold on nonporous surfaces. Instead, notify us in writing and we
will take appropriate action to complywith Section 92.051 et seq. of
the Texas Property Code, subject to the special exceptions for natu-
ral disasters.
If you fail to comply with this addendum, you can be held respon-
2. About Mold. Mold is found everywhere in our environment, both siblefor propertydamage tothe dwelling and anyhealth problems
indoors and outdoors and in both new and old structures. To avoid that may result.
mold growth, iYs important to prevent excess maisture buildup
in your dwelling. Promptly notify us in writing about any air-condi-
tioning or heating-system problems and any signs of water leaks,
water infiltration or mold. We will respond in accordance with state
law and the Lease to repair or remedy the situation.
This Addendum is part of your Lease.
You are legally bound by this document. Please read it carefully.
Ow e rOwner's esentative(signbelow)
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You are entiTled to receive a copy of this Addendum afier it is {uNysigned. Keep it in a safe place.
TAA 0(ficial5tatewide Farm 23-FF, Revised October, 2023 Q
Copyright 2023, Texas Apartment Aszadation, Inc. ..—
LEASE ADDENDUM FOR WASHING MACHINE AND DRYER
1.
2. Use of Appliances. You (as residents) have permission from us (as owner) to install and use (check a!! that apply):
x0 a washing machine and/or � a dryer in the dwelling unit described above, subject to the conditions in this addendum.
Please remember that we do not select your washing machine or dryer, install them, maintain them, or use them. You are
in the best position to prevent water, fire, smoke or other damage caused by: (1) a defective washing machine or dryer;
(2) a washing machine or dryer accident; or (3) improper installation, maintenance or use of a washing machine or dryer.
3. Conditions. If your washing machine and/or dryer leaks, floods, causes a fire, causes smoke damage, or otherwise
malfunctions or is misused, it can cause a lot of problems and a lot of damage to your unit and other units, as well as damage
to your personal property and personal property of residents in other units. For these reasons, your right to install and use a
washing machine and/or dryer in your unit is subject to the following conditions. You automatically agree to those conditions
when connecting or using a washing machine and/or dryer in your unit.
4. Installation. You should be especially careful in your choice of a washing machine andlor dryer and in their installation,
maintenance and use just as if it were in your own home. You and all other residents, occupants, and guests in your
unit must follow manufacturer's instructions for the washing machine andlor dryer's installation, maintenance, and use.
Installation must be done by a professionally qualified person or company approved 6y us. We recommend that you have it
professionally installed.
5. Responsibility for damage. You agree to assume strict liability for all damage to your unit and to other units and to
personal property in your unit and other units if the washing machine and/or dryer leaks, floods, malfunctions or is misused,
or in any other way causes damage—unless it is caused by us or our management company, or acts of God to the extent they
couldn't be mitigated by your action or inaction. That means you will be responsible for costs of removing water from carpets,
replacing permanently damaged carpets, repainting, and any other repairs or damages to your unit and to other units, as well
as damage to personal properry in your unit and other units if, among other things:
• the water or dryer vent hoses break or leak; or
• the water or dryer vent hoses were incorrectly connected or did not have protective washers in the ConneCtions; or
• the washing machine and/or dryer was overloaded, causing it to malfunction; or
• the washing machine and/or dryer leaks or malfunctions for any other reason.
• the owner's insurance may not cover such damages, and the owner is under no obligation to have insurance that does
cover such damages.
6. New hoses. When installing the washing machine, you must use new hoses since bursting or leaking hoses are the most
common cause of water damage. Stainless braided water hoses are recommended. Similarly, you should use a new dryer
vent hose when installing your dryer.
T. Inspection. You must not use the washing machine andlor dryer until management has inspected the installation. Such
inspection does not relieve you of liabiliry in the event of water, fire, smoke or other damage from your washing machine and/
or dryer.
8. Maintenance. You will have the sole responsibility for maintaining your washing machine and all related hardware. Such
maintenance must include, but is not limited to, regularly cleaning lint from your dryer's lint trap.
9. Insurance. At all times you must carry renter's insurance that provides insurance coverage for damage to your personal
belongings from accidental water discharge from your washing machine or other causes. Similarly, it must provide coverage
for fire or smoke damage from your washing machine andlor dryer. It must also provide coverage for any potential liability,
due to your fault, for water, fire, smoke or other damage to other units and to personal property of others. You must verify
with your agent that such coverages are included in your policy and must furnish us a copy of the policy upon our request.
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����� Bed Bug Addendum
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Please note: We want to maintain a high-qualityliving environment%r you. If's important to work togeTher to I
minimize the po[ential for bed 6ugs in yaur dwelting and others. This Addendum outlines your responsibifity ,
and potentialliability when it comes to bed bugs.
2. Purpose. This addendum modifies the Lease Contrad to address
any infestation of bed 6ugs (Cimex lectularius) that might be found
in the dwelling or on your personal property. We will rely on repre-
sentations that you make to us in this addendum.
3. Inspection and Infestations. We are not aware of any current
evidence of bed bugs or bed-bug infestation in the dwelling.
BY SIGN�NG THIS A�pENDUM. YOU REPRESENT THAT:
YOU HAVE IN5PEC7EpTHE �WEL�iNG BEFOR@ MOUkf3G
IN OR SIGNING TFEIS R�DEN�UM AN� YOU �ID NOT
FIND ANY EVIDENCE OF BED BUGS OR 8ED-BUG INFES•
TATIONS. OR
YOU WIL! INSPECT THE DWELLING VJI7HIN 48 HOl1R5
RFTER MOVING IN OR SIGMING THIS A�DENpUM AND
WILL NOTlFV l!5 DF ANY BED BUGS OR BEO 6UG INFES-
TATION. � �
Access for Inspection and Pest Treatment. You must allow us
and our pest-control agents access to the dwelling at reasonable
timesto inspectfor ortreat bed 6ugs. We can also inspect and treat
adjacent or neighboring dwellings to the infestation, even if those
dwellings are not the source or cause of the known infestation. Si-
multaneously as we treat the dwelling, you must, at your expense,
have your personal property, furniture, clothing, and possessions
treated according to accepted treatment methods by a licensed
pest-control firm that we approve. You agree not to treat the dwell-
ing for a bed-bug infestation on your own.
5. Notification. You must promptly notify us:
• of any known or suspected bed-bug infestation or presence
in the dwelling, or in any of your clothing, furniture, or per-
sonal property;
• of any recurring or unexplained bites, stings, irritations, or
sores on the skin or body that you believe are caused by bed
bugs, or by any condition or pest you believe is in the dwell-
ing; AND
• ifyoudiscoveranyconditionorevidencethatmightindicate
the presence or infestation of bed bugs, or if you receive any
confirmation of bed-bug presence by a licensed pest-control
professional or other authoritative source.
6. Cooperation.lfweconfirmthepresenceorinfestationofbedbugs,
you musi cooperate and coordinate with us and our pest-control
agents to treat and eliminate them. You must follow all directions
from us or our agents to clean and treat the dwelling and building
that are infested. If you don't cooperate with us, you will be in de-
fault and we will have the right to terminate your right ofoccupancy
and exercise all rights and remedies under the Lease.
7. Responsibilities. You may be required to pay all reasonable costs
of cleaning and pest-control treatments incurred by us to treat your
dwelling unit for bed bugs. If we confirm the presence or infestation
of bed bugs afteryou move out, you may be responsible for the cost
of cleaning and pest control. If we have to move other residents in
order to treat adjoining or neighboring dwellings to your dwelling
unit, you may have to pay any lost rental income and other expens-
es we incur to relocate the neigh6oring residents and to clean and
perform pest-control treatments to eradicate infestations in other
dwellings. If you don't pay us for any costs you are liable for, you
will be in default and we will have the right to terminate your right
of occupancy and exercise all rights and remedies under the Lease,
and we may take immediate possession of the dwelling. If you don't
move out after your right of occupancy has been terminated, you
will be liable for holdover rent underthe Lease.
8. Trensfers. If we allow you to transferto another dwelling in the com-
munity 6ecause of the presence of bed bugs, you must have your
personal property and possessions treated according to accepted
treatment methods or procedures established by a licensed pest-
control professional. You must provide proof of such cleaning and
treatment to our satisfaction.
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You are entitled io receive a copy of this Addendum after it is fullysigned. Keep it in a safe place.
TAA Official Statewide Form 23-L, Revised Octaber, 2023
Copyright 2023, Tezas Apartment Association, Inc.
LEASE ADDENDUM FOR ACCESS CONTROL DEVICES
1.
❑ Remote control for gate access. Each resident on the lease will be given a remote control at no cost to use during his
or her residency. Each additional remote control for you or your occupants will require a$ non-
refundable fee.
❑ Cards for gate access. Each resident on the lease will be given a card at no cost to use during his or her residency.
Each additional card for you or your occupants will require a$ non-refundable fee.
❑ Code for gate access. Each resident will be given, at no cost, an access �ode (keypad number) for the pedestrian or
vehicular access gates. It is to be used only during your residency.
3. Damaged, lost ox unxetuxned remote controls, caxds, ltey fobs or code changes.
x❑ If a remote control is lost, stolen or damaged, a$ 50 . oo fee will be charged for a replacement. If a remote
control is not returned or is returned damaged when you move out, there will be a$ 50 . 00 deduction from
the security deposit.
� If a card is lost, stolen or damaged, a$ 50 . 00 fee will be charged for a replacement card. If a card is not
returned or is returned damaged when you move out, there will be a$ 50 . 00 deduction from the security
deposit.
❑ We may change the code(s) at any time and notify you accordingly.
4. Report damage or malfunctions. Please immediately report to the office any malfunction or damage to gates, fencing,
locks, or related equipment.
5. Follow written instxuctions. You and all other occupants must read and follow the written instructions that have been
furnished to you regarding the access gates. If the gates are damaged by you, your occupants, guests, or invitees through
negligence or misuse, you are liable for the damages under your lease, and collection of damage amounts will be pursued.
6. Personal injury and/or personal pxoperty damage. Anything mechanical or electronic is subject to malfun�tion.
Fencing, gates, or other devices will not prevent all crime. No security system or device is foolproof or 100 percent successful
in deterring crime. Crime can still occur. Protecting residents, their families, occupants, guests, and invitees from crime is
the sole responsibility of residents, occupants, and law enforcement agencies. You should frst call 911 or other appropriate
emergency police numbers if a crime occurs or is suspected. We are not liable to any resident, guest, occupant, or invitee
for personal injury, death, or damagelloss of personal property from incidents related to perimeter fencing, automobile
access gates, and/or pedestrian access gates. We reserve the right to modify or eliminate security systems other than those
statutorily required.
z. RULEs IN USING VEHICLE GATES.
• Always approach entry and exit gates with caution and at a very slow rate of speed.
• Never stop your car where the gate can hit your vehicle as the gate opens or closes.
• Never follow another vehicle into an open gate. Always use your card to gain entry.
• Report to management the vehicle license plate number of any vehicle that piggybacks through the gate.
• Never force the gate open with your car.
• Never get out of your vehicle while the gates are opening or closing. .
• If you are using the gates with a boat or trailer, please contact management for assistance. The length and width of the
trailer may cause recognition problems with the safety loop detector and could cause damage.
• Do not operate the gate if there are small children nearby who might get caught in it as it opens or closes.
• If you lose your card, please contact the management o�ce immediately.
• Do not give your card or code to anyone else.
• Do not tamper with gate or allow your occupants to tamper o play with g tes.
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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR SA`PELLITE DISH OR ANTENNA
Under a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) order, you as our resident have a right to install a transmitting or receiving satellite dish
or antenna on the leased premises, subject to FCC limitations. We as a rental housing owner are allowed to impose reasonable restrictions
relating to such installation. You are required to comply with these restrictions as a condition of installing such equipment. This addendum
contains the restrictions that you and we agree to follow.
1.
2. Number and size. You may install 1 satellite dish(es) or antenna(s) on the leased premises. A satellite dish may not exceed
one meter (3.3 feet) in diameter. Antennas that only transmit signals or that are not covered by 47 CFR §1.4000 are prohibited.
3. Location. Your satellite dish or antenna must be located: (1) inside your dwelling; or (2) in an area outside your dwelling such as a
balcony, patio, yard, etc. of which you have exclusive use under your lease. Installation is not permitted on any parking area, roof, exterior
wall, window, window sill, fence, or common area, or in an area that other residents are allowed to use. A satellite dish or antenna may not
protrude beyond the vertical and horizontal space that is leased to you for your exclusive use.
4. Saiety and non-interference. Your installation: (1) must comply with all applicable ordinances and laws and all reasonable safety
standards; (2� may not interfere with our cable, telephone or electrical systems or those of neighboring properties; (3) may not be
connected to our telecommunication systems; and (4) may not be connected to our electrical system except by plugging into a 110-volt
duplex receptacle. If the satellite dish or antenna is placed in a permitted outside area, it must be safely secured by one of three methods:
(1) securely attaching it to a portable, heavy object such as a small slab of concrete; (2) clamping it to a part of the building's exterior that
lies within your leased premises (such as a balcony or patio railing); or (3) any other method approved by us in writing. No other methods
are allowed. We may require reasonable screening of [he sa[ellite dish or antenna by plants, etc., so long as it does not impair reception.
5. Signal traasmission from exterior dish or antenna to intexior of dwelling. Under the FCC order, you may not damage or alter
the leased premises and may not drill holes through outside walls, door jams, windowsills, etc. If your satellite dish or antenna is installed
outside your dwelling (on a balcony, patio, etc.), the signals received by it may be trensmitted to the interior of your dwelling only by the
following methods: (1) running a"flat" cable under a door jam or windowsill in a manner that does not physically alter the premises and
does not interfere with proper operation of the door or window; (2) running a traditional or flat cable through a pre-existing hole in the wall
(that will not need to be enlarged to accommodate the cable); (3) connecting cables "through a window pane," similar to how an external
car antenna for a cellular phone can be connected to inside wiring by a device glued to either side of the window—without drilling a hole
through the window; (4) wireless transmission of the signal from the satellite dish or antenna to a device inside the dwelling; or (5) any
other method approved by us in writing.
6. Safety in installation. In order to assure safety, the strength and type of materials used for installation must be approved by us.
Installation must be done by a qualifed person or company approved by us. Our approval will not be unreasonably withheld. An installer
provided by the seller of the satellite dish or antenna is presumed to be qualified.
�. Maintenance. You will have the sole responsibility for maintaining your satellite dish, antenna, and all related equipment.
8. Removal and damages. You must remove the satellite dish or antenna and all related equipment when you move out of the dwelling.
In accordance with the TAA Lease Contract, you must pay for any damages and for the cost of repairs or repainting caused by negligence,
carelessness, accident. or abuse which may be reasonably necessary to restore the leased premises to its condition prior to the installation
of your satellite dish, antenna or related equipment. You will not be responsible for normal wear and tear.
s. Liability insurance and indemnity. You must take full responsibility for the satellite dish, antenna, and related equipment. If the dish
or antenna is installed at a height or in some other way that could result in injury to others if it becomes unattached and falls, you must
provide us with evidence of liability insurance to protect us against claims of personal injury and property damage to others, related to your
satellite dish, antenna, and related equipment. The insurance coverage must be $ , which is an amount reasonably
determined by us to accomplish that purpose. Factors affecting the amount of insurance include height of installation above ground level,
potential wind velocities, risk of the dish/antenna becoming unattached and falling on someone, etc. You agree to hold us harmless and
indemnify us against any of the above claims by others.
10. Secuxity deposit. Your security deposit (in your Lease Contract) is increased by an additional reasonable sum of $
❑ effective at time of installation or � effective within days of installation to help protect us against possible repair costs,
damages, or failure to remove the satellite dish, antenna and related equipment at time of move-out. Factors affecting any security
deposit may vary, depending on: (1) how the dish or antenna is attached (nails, screws, lag bolts drilled into walls); (2) whether holes
were permitted to be drilled through walls for the cable between the satellite dish and the N; and (3) the diffculty and cost of repair or
restoration after removal, etc. A security deposit increase does not imply a right to drill into or alter the leased premises.
11. When you may begin installation. You may start installation of your satellite dish, antenna, or related equipment only after you have:
(1) signed this addendum; (2) provided us with written evidence of the liability insurance referred to in paragraph 9 of this addendum;
(3) paid us the additional security deposit, if applicable, in paragraph 10; and (4) received our written approval, which may not be
unreasonably withheld, of the installation materials and the person or company that will do the installation.
12. Miscellaneous. If additional satellite dishes or antennas are desired n addition I lease adden m must be executed.
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1.
Security Guidelines. We disdaim any express orimplied
warranties of security. We care about your safety and
that of other occupants and guests. No security system
is failsafe Even the 6est system can't prevent crime.
Always act as if security systems don't exist since
they are subjecf to malfunction, tampering, and hu-
man error. The best safety measures are the ones
you perform as a matter of common sense and habit.
Inform all other occupants in your dwelling, including any
children you may have, about these guidelines. We recom-
mend that all residents and occupants use common sense
and follow crime prevention tips, such as those listed below:
• In case of emergency, call 91 1. Always report emergencies
to authorities first and then contact the management.
• Report any suspicious activity to the police first, and then
follow up with a written notice to us.
• Know your neiqhbors. Watching out for each other is one
of the best defenses against crime_
after it is fully signed. Keep it in a safe place.
TAA Official Statewfde Form 15-M, Revised October, 2015 Q
Copyright2015,TexasApartmentAssociation,ln�. _..._.
LEASE ADDENDUM REGARDING SMOKING
1.
2. Smoking, in any form, anywhere inside any of the dwelling units, or inside any buildings within the apartment community, is
strictly prohibited. This is our no-smoking policy; and you agree that any violation of the no-smoking policy is a material and
substantial violation of this addendum and a breach of the TAA Lease Contract.
The prohibition of smoking extends to all residents, their occupants, guests, invitees and all others who are present on or in
any portion of the community. The no-smoking policy and rules extend to, but are not limited to, the leasing offices, building
interiors and hallways, building common areas, dwelling units, club house, exercise or spa facility, indoor tennis courts, all
interior areas of the community, commercial shops, businesses, work areas, and all other spaces whether in the interior of
the community or in the enclosed spaces on community grounds. Smoking is also prohibited by this addendum inside any
dwelling or building, whether leased by you or another.
3. Smoking pexmitted in desiqnated areas of the apaxtment eommunity. Smoking is permitted only in specially
designated areas, if any. The permissible smoking areas are marked by signs.
Smoking on balconies, patios, and limited common areas attached to or outside of your dwelling unit:
❑ is permitted
0 is not permitted.
Only the following outside areas may be used for smoking: Desiqnated extexior common areas onlx.
Smoking is permitted only in specially designated areas outside the buildings of the apartment community. Smoking must be
at least 25 feet from the buildings in the apartment community, including administrative office buildings. If the previous
feld is not completed, smoking is only permitted at least 25 feet from the buildings in the apartment community, including
administrative o�ce buildings. The smoking-permissible areas are marked by signage.
Even though smoking may be permitted in certain limited outside areas, we reserve the right to direct that you and your
occupants, family, guests, and invitees immediately cease smoking in those areas if smoke is entering a dwelling or building
or if it is interfering with the rights, comfort, health, safety or convenience of others in or near the apartment community or
rental premises.
4. Your responsibility for damages and cleaning. You are responsible for payment of all costs and damages to your
dwelling unit, other residents' dwelling units, or any other portion of the community for repair, replacement, or cleaning
and odor removal due to smoking or smoke-related damage caused by you or your occupants, family, guests, or invitees,
regardless of whether such use was a violation of this addendum. You agree that any costs or damages we incur related to
repairs, replacement, cleaning and odor removal due to your smoking or due to your violation of the no-smoking provisions of
the TAA Lease Contract are NOT normal wear and tear. You also agree that smoke-related damage, including but not limited
to smoke odor that permeates sheetrock, carpeting, wood, insulation, or other components of the dwelling unit or building,
shall always be in excess of normal wear and tear in our community and at the rental premises.
5. Your responsibility fox loss of rental income and economic damages regaxding other residents. You are
responsible for payment of all lost rental income or other economic and financial damages or loss to us due to smoking
or smoke-related damages caused by you or your occupants, family, guests, or invitees which results in or causes other
residents to vacate their dwelling units, results in disruption of other residents' enjoyment of the community, adversely affects
other residents' or occupants' health, safety, or welfare, or causes a qualified applicant to refuse to rent the unit because of
smoke related damages including smoke odors.
6. Definition of smoking. "Smoking" refers to, but is not limited to, any use or possession of a cigar, cigarette, e-cigarette,
hookah, vaporizer, or pipe containing tobacco or a tobacco product while that tobacco or tobacco product is burning, lighted,
vaporized, or ignited, regardless of whether the person using or possessing the product is inhaling or exhaling the smoke
from such product. The term tobacco includes, but is not limited to any form, compound, or synthesis of the plant of the genus
Nicotiana or the species N. tabacum which is cultivated for its leaves to be used in cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarettes, hookahs,
vaporizers, or pipes. Smoking also refers to use or possession of burning, lighted, vaporized, or ignited non-tobacco products
if they are noxious, offensive, unsafe, unhealthy, or irritating to other persons.
Z. Lease Contxact termination for violation of this addendum. We have the right to exercise all remedies available
to us for any violation of this addendum, which in turn is a default under the Lease, which include terminating your right of
occupancy and possession. Violation of this addendum is a material and substantial default of the TAA Lease Contract. In
the event we terminate your right of occupancy, you shall remain liable for all rent and other sums due under the TAA Lease
Contract subject to any duty to mitigate.
8. Extent of your liability for losses due to smoking. Your responsibility for damages, cleaning, deodorizing, loss of
rental income, and other economic damages under this addendum are in addition to, and not instead of your responsibility
for any other damages or loss under the TAA Lease Contract or any other addendum.
Texas Apartment Association
Youx respoasibilityfor conduct of occupants, familymembers and guests. You are responsible forcommunicating
the no- smoking policy and provisions of this addendum to your occupants, family, guests, and invitees and understand that
a failure on their part to comply is the same as non-compliance by you.
10. No warranty of a smoke-free environment. Although we prohibit smoking in all interior parts of the dwelling units
and community, there is no warranty or guaranty that your dwelling unit, buildings orthe community is smoke-free. Smoking
in certain limited outside areas may be allowed as provided in this Addendum. Enforcement of our no-smoking policy is a
joint responsibility that requires your cooperation in reporting incidents or suspected violations of smoking. You must report
violations of our no-smoking policy to us before we are obligated to investigate and take action. You agree to cooperate with
us if it becomes necessary to pursue action for any violations of the no-smoking policy.
This is an important and binding legal document. By signing this addendum you are acknowledging that a violation could
lead to termination of your right of possession or your right to occupy the dwelling unit and premises. If you or someone in
your household is a smoker, you should carefully consider whether you will be able to abide by the terms of this addendum.
Before signing you must advise us whether you or anyone who will be living in your dwelling is a smoker. If you give an
incorrect or false answer, you agree that is a default under the Lease. Provide your answer by checking one of the following
boxes:
❑ Neither you nor anyone who will be living in the dwelling unit is a smoker and it is agreed no one will ever smoke in the
unit.
❑ Someone who will be living in the dwelling unit is a smoker but it is agreed no one will ever smoke in the unit.
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FEDERALLY REQUIRED LESSOR DISCLOSURE, AGENT STATEMENT AND LESSEE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
OF INFORMATION ON LEAD-BASED PAINT AND LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARDS
LEAD WARNING STATEMENT Housing built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint Lead fiom paint, paint chips, and dust can pase health haz-
ards if not managed properly. Lead exposure is especially harmful to young children and pregnant women. Before renting pre-1978 housing, lessors
(owners) must disclose the presence of known lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards in the dwelling. Lessees (residents) must also receive
a federally approved pamphlet on lead poisoning prevention. (This addendum is a"pamphleY'within the meaning of federal regulations.The term "in
the housing" below means either inside or outside the housing unit.)
LEAD-FREE HOUSING If the housing unit has been certified as "lead free"according to 24 CFR Sedion 35.82, the lead-based paint and lead-based
paint hazard regulations do not apply, and it is not necessaryto provide this addendum, ora lead-based paint warning pamphlet and lead-based paint
disclosure statement, to the lessee (resident).
LESSOR'S DISCLOSURE
Presence of lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards (checkonly one box)
❑ Lessor (owner) has no knowledge of lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards in the housing.
O Lessor (owner) knows that lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards are present in the housing (explain).
Records and reports available to lessor (check only one box)
O Lessor (owner) has no reports or records pertaining to lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards in the housing.
O Lessor (owner) has reports or records indicating the presenre of some lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards in the
housing, and has provided the lessees (residents) with all such remrds and reports that are available to lessor (list documents).
Agent's Statement. If another person or entity is involved in leasing the dwelling as an agent ofthe lessor (i.e., as a management company, real estate
agent or locator service acting for the owner), such agent represents that: (1) agent has informed the lessor of the lessor's obligations under 42 U.S.C.
4852(d); and (2) agent is aware of agenYs responsibility to ensure that lessor complies wiih such disclosure laws. Such compliance may be through
lessor himself or herself, or through lessor's employees, officers or agents. Lessor's obligations indude those in 24 CFR Sections 35.88 and 35.92 and 4D
CFR Sedions 745.107 and 745.113. AgenYs obligations indude those in 24 CFR Section 35.94 and 40 CFR Section 745.115.
Acwracy Certifications a nd Resident's Acknowledgment. Lessor and a ny agent named below certify [hat to the best of their knowledg e the above
information and statements made or provided by them, respectively, are true and accurate.The person who signs for the LESSOR may 6e: (1) the owner
himself or herself; (2) an employee, officer or partner of the owner; or (3) a representative of the owner's management company, real estate agent or
locator service if such person is authorized to sign forthe Iessor.The person who signs for the AGENT may be: (1) the agent himself or herself; or (2) an
employee, ofFicer or partner ofthe agent if such person is authorized to sign forthe agent.The lessees (residents) signing below acknowledgethatthey
have received a copy of thisTAA lease addendum before becoming obligated under the lease and have been informed that it contains the disclosure
form and pamphlet information required byfederal law regarding lead poisoning prevention.
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Official site of the City of Fort Worth, Texas
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Create New From This M&C
DATE:6/25/2024 REFERENCE NO.:M&C 24-0552 LOG NAME:192024-2025
ACTION PLAN
CODE:C TYPE:NON-CONSENT PUBLIC
HEARING:YES
SUBJECT: (ALL) Conduct Public Hearing and Approve the City of Fort Worth's 2024-2025 Annual
Action Plan for the Use of Federal Grant Funds in the Amount of $13,036,747.00 to be
Awarded by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development from the
Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Program,
Emergency Solutions Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Program,
Authorize Collection and Use of Program Income, Authorize Execution of Related
Contracts, Adopt Appropriation Ordinance, and Authorize Waiver of Indirect Costs
(PUBLIC HEARING - a. Report of City Staff: Sharon Burkley; b. Public Comment c.
Council Action: Close Public Hearing and Act on M&C)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing to allow citizen input and consideration of the City's 2024-2025 Annual
Action Plan for use of federal grant funds to be awarded by the United States Department of
Housing and Urban Development in the amount of $13,036,747.00 from the Community
Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Program, Emergency Solutions Grant,
and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS grant programs;
2. Approve the City's 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for submission to the United States Department
of Housing and Urban Development, including allocations of grant funds to particular programs
and activities as detailed below;
3. Authorize the collection and use of an estimated $50,000.00 of program income which is
expected to result from activities using prior years' Community Development Block Grant funds
for the City's Priority Repair Program;
4. Authorize the collection and use of an estimated $50,000.00 of program income which is
expected to result from activities using prior years' HOME Investment Partnerships Program grant
funds for the City's Homebuyer Assistance Program, and authorize the use of 10 percent of the
program income for administrative costs;
5. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute contracts for one-year terms with the
agencies listed in Tables 1, 2, and 3 below for Program Year 2024-2025 for Community
Development Block Grant, Emergency Solutions Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons
with AIDS grant funds, contingent upon receipt of funding, and satisfactory completion of all
federal regulatory requirements;
6. Authorize the City Manager or his designees to extend the contracts for up to one year if an
agency or department requests an extension and such extension is necessary for completion of
the program, or to amend the contracts if necessary to achieve program goals provided any
amendment is within the scope of the program and in compliance with City policies and all
applicable laws and regulations governing the use of federal grant funds;
7. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in
the Grants Operating Federal Fund in the total amount of $13,136,747.00 consisting of
$7,006,875.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds, $2,763,144.00 in HOME
Investment Partnerships Program funds, $614,768.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funds, and
$2,651,960.00 in Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS grant funds, plus estimated
program income in the amount of $100,000.00, all subject to receipt of such funds; and
8. Authorize a waiver of the Neighborhood Services Department indirect cost of 28.10\%, estimated
total of $341,260.45.
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DISCUSSION:
The City's 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan summarizes the major housing and community development
activities and proposed expenditures for the program year beginning October 1, 2024 and ending
September 30, 2025 for use of federal grant funds totaling $13,036,747.00 from the United States
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and
Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) grant programs. It also summarizes the use of
program income resulting from activities using prior years' CDBG and HOME funds, the primary purpose
of which is to benefit low-and moderate-income persons in Fort Worth. ESG funds primarily benefit
persons experiencing homelessness, and HOPWA funds primarily benefit low-and moderate-income
persons with HIV/AIDS.
A Request for Proposals from social service agencies and nonprofit organizations seeking grant funding
was published on February 1, 2024. All proposals were received on March 15, 2024. Staff reviewed all
proposals and developed recommendations for the allocation of estimated funding from HUD based on
the capacity of applicant organizations, grant experience, fiscal stability, and compliance with applicable
federal regulations. One public hearing was held on April 10, 2024, to provide citizens the opportunity to
participate in the development of the Annual Action Plan. Recommendations for award amounts were
considered and adopted by the Community Development Council on May 8, 2024.
A 30-day public comment period was held from May 15, 2024 to June 14, 2024. Notice of this public
comment period was published in La Vida News on May 9, 2024; in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram on May
13, 2024; in Wise County Messenger on May 16, 2024; and in the Cleburne Times Review and the
Weatherford Democrat on May 18, 2024.
Any comments received are maintained by the Neighborhood Services Department in accordance with
federal regulations. The City held two public hearings as a part of the HUD required citizen participation
process. The first public hearing was held by staff on May 29, 2024, and the second public hearing is
scheduled for the City Council on June 25, 2024.
A summary of staff's final funding recommendations is provided below in Tables 1,2, and 3. A PowerPoint
presentation listing funding recommendations is also attached. The 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan will be
submitted to HUD by August 15, 2024.
Indirect costs totaling approximately $341,260.45 could be charged to the CDBG grant, as the
Neighborhood Services Department indirect cost rate is 28.10\% in the City's most recent Cost Allocation
Plan. A waiver of these costs is requested to allow allocation of these funds to further support the
programs and services to assist low-to-moderate income citizens. This amount is calculated based on the
estimated salary expenses and other administrative costs for the CDBG program totaling $1,214,450.00.
This amount multiplied by the indirect cost rate of 28.10\% equals $341,260.45.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
For Program Year 2024-2025, it is recommended that the amount of $7,006,875.00 in CDBG funds and
an estimated amount of $50,000.00 in CDBG program income totaling $7,056,875.00 be allocated as
follows:
Public Service Agencies - $1,051,031.00: Includes social services for low- and moderate-income
persons, persons with disabilities, and disadvantaged persons
Housing Programs - $2,930,000.00: Includes funding for the City's Priority Repair Program, Cowtown
Brush-Up, and accessibility modifications for seniors and persons with disabilities
Major Projects - $644,469.00: Includes funding for multifamily rental rehabilitation
Program Delivery - $980,000.00: Includes program delivery costs for housing programs
Administration - $1,401,375.00: Includes costs for administering the CDBG grant, including allocations
for the Financial Management Services Department
Estimated Program Income - $50,000.00: Includes up to $50,000.00 in funding for the City's Priority
Repair Program. Any CDBG program income over the estimated amount not used for the Priority Repair
Program will be allocated to priority activities in the City's Consolidated Plan, subject to the City Council
approval.
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM
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For Program Year 2024-2025, it is recommended that the amount of $2,763,144.00 in HOME funds and
an estimated amount of $50,000.00 in HOME program income totaling $2,813,144.00 be allocated as
follows:
Homebuyer Assistance Program - $72,358.00: Includes funding for down payment and closing cost
assistance for low- and moderate-income homebuyers
Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) for affordable housing projects -
$414,471.60: These funds will be used by Housing Channel for an affordable housing development in
southeast Fort Worth called Mason Heights. Funds will be used for the acquisition of land and new
construction of 248 residential units comprised of the following: 125 Single Family attached
townhomes, 106 Single Family detached homes, and 17 cottages. An estimated 104 units
(approximately 42\%) will be sold to low to moderate income households at or below 80\% Area
Median Income (AMI). This funding is part of a multi-year commitment to Housing Channel for a total
of five years.
Major Projects - $2,000,000.00: Includes $1,000,000.00 allocated to the affordable housing project to
be developed by Fort Worth Housing Solutions (FWHS) as a part of its Choice Neighborhood Initiative
(CNI) grant and $1,000,000.00 allocated to the multifamily housing project, Columbia Renaissance -
Phase III
Administration - $276,314.40: Includes costs for administering the HOME grant
Estimated Program Income - $50,000.00: Includes funding for the Homebuyer Assistance Program and
HOME grant administrative costs. HUD allows the City to use 10 percent of any HOME program income
towards the cost of administering the HOME grant. HOME program income over the estimated amount
not used for the Homebuyer Assistance Program will be allocated to priority activities in the City's
Consolidated Plan, subject to City Council approval.
HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONS WITH AIDS
For Program Year 2024-2025, it is recommended that the amount of $2,651,960.00 in HOPWA funds be
allocated as follows:
Public Service Agencies - $1,626,781.00
Neighborhood Services Department - $945,620.00
Administration - $79,559.00
EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT
For Program Year 2024-2025, it is recommended that the amount of $614,768.00 in ESG funds to be
allocated as follows:
Public Service Agencies - $568,660.00
Administration - $46,108.00
CONTRACT RECOMMENDATIONS
The Community Development Council and Neighborhood Services Department staff recommend that
contracts be executed with the public service and CDBG subrecipient agencies for the amounts shown in
the following tables:
Community Development Block Grant Contracts
TABLE 1: CDBG AGENCIES
AGENCY CONSOLIDATED PLAN
GOAL PROGRAM AMOUNT
Housing Channel Affordable Housing
Housing Counseling &
Education $111,000.00
Meals-On-Wheels, Inc. of
Tarrant County Aging In Place Nutrition Program $75,000.00
Sixty and Better, Inc. Aging In Place
Increasing Access to
Basic Needs for Senior
Adults
$50,000.00
AB Christian Learning Center Children and Youth
Services
Out of School Time
Program $90,000.00
$80,000.00
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater
Tarrant County, Inc.
Children and Youth
Services
Youth Development at
Eastside Branch
Camp Fire First Texas Children and Youth
Services Teens In Action $78,300.00
Girls Incorporated of Tarrant
County
Children and Youth
Services
Girls Inc. of Tarrant
County $100,000.00
Junior Achievement of the
Chisholm Trail, Inc.
Children and Youth
Services
Cradle to Career
Initiative $50,000.00
United Community Centers,
Inc.
Children and Youth
Services
Holistic Educational
Literacy Program $90,000.00
Easter Seals North Texas, Inc.Economic Empowerment
and Financial Resilience Employment Services $60,000.00
Taste Project Economic Empowerment
and Financial Resilience
Culinary Workforce
Development Program $25,000.00
The Ladder Alliance Economic Empowerment
and Financial Resilience
Tarrant County
Workforce
Development
$81,731.00
The Women's Center of Tarrant
County, Inc.
Economic Empowerment
and Financial Resilience Employment Solutions $60,000.00
Your Harvest House, Inc.Economic Empowerment
and Financial Resilience Client Aid Services $25,000.00
Cancer Care Services Healthy Living and
Wellness
Increasing Health
Equity by Decreasing
Health Disparities
$50,000.00
Tarrant Area Food Bank Healthy Living and
Wellness Home Delivery $25,000.00
CDBG Public Services Agencies Total $1,051,031.00
Rehabilitation, Education and
Advocacy for Citizens with
Handicaps dba REACH, Inc.
Accessibility
Improvements Project Ramp $165,000.00
Fort Worth Area Habitat for
Humanity, Inc. DBA Trinity
Habitat for Humanity
Housing Preservation
and Rehabilitation Cowtown Brush Up $455,000.00
CDBG Subrecipient Agencies Total $620,000.00
TOTAL CDBG CONTRACTS $1,671,031.00
Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Contracts
TABLE 2: HOPWA AGENCIES
AGENCY CONSOLIDATED PLAN
GOAL PROGRAM AMOUNT
AIDS Outreach
Center, Inc.
Homelessness Prevention
and Special Needs
Support
The Housing Assistance
Program
- Administration, Tenant-
Based Rental Assistance
(TBRA), Short-Term
Rent, Mortgage, and
Utility Assistance
$326,781.00
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(STRMU), Supportive
Services
Tarrant County
Samaritan Housing,
Inc.
Homelessness Prevention
and Special Needs
Support
HOPWA Program -
Administration, Tenant-
Based Rental Assistance
(TBRA), Short-Term
Rent, Mortgage, and
Utility Assistance
(STRMU), Supportive
Services, Facility-Based
Operations (FBO)
$1,300,000.00
TOTAL HOPWA CONTRACTS $1,626,781.00
Emergency Solutions Grants Contracts
TABLE 3: ESG AGENCIES
AGENCY CONSOLIDATED PLAN
GOAL PROGAM AMOUNT
The Presbyterian Night
Shelter of Tarrant County,
Inc.
Homelessness Prevention and
Special Needs Support
Shelter
Operations/Services $127,345.00
Lighthouse for the
Homeless dba True Worth
Place
Homelessness Prevention and
Special Needs Support
Day Shelter
Operations/Services $138,851.00
SafeHaven of Tarrant
County
Homelessness Prevention and
Special Needs Support
Shelter
Operations/Services $75,000.00
Center for Transforming
Lives
Homelessness Prevention and
Special Needs Support Rapid Re-Housing $75,901.00
The Salvation Army Homelessness Prevention and
Special Needs Support
Homelessness
Prevention $151,563.00
TOTAL ESG CONTRACTS $568,660.00
All figures have been rounded to the nearest dollar for presentation purposes.
Each of these grants is an entitlement grant rather than a competitive grant received from the United
States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Entitlement grants provide funds to
agencies based on a formula, prescribed in legislation or regulation, rather than based on review. These
specific grants are allocated to the City of Fort Worth based on population size and per capita income
each year. The grants have been consistently awarded to the City since 1974 with the inception of the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) through the Housing and Community Development Act of
1974. The Emergency Shelter (renamed Solutions) Grant (ESG) was authorized in 1987 through the
McKinney-Vento Homelessness Assistance Act. The HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)
and the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program were authorized through the
Cranston-Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act of 1990. With these grants, administrative and
program delivery allocations support approximately 72 FTE positions in the Neighborhood Services
Department, which is funded nearly 70\% with various grants including these entitlement grants.
Positions funded with HUD Entitlement grants are subject to grant availability. In the event of a grant
award being decreased or eliminated, Neighborhood Services Department would review programs and
services funded by the grants and determine a level of service and staffing that aligns with the available
funding. Alternatives to consider may include staff and program reductions or eliminations.
These programs are available in ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
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Fund Department
ID
Account Project
ID
Program Activity Budget
Year
Reference #
(Chartfield 2)
Amount
Fund Department
ID
Account Project
ID
Program Activity Budget
Year
Reference #
(Chartfield 2)
Amount
FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the
attached appropriation ordinance, funds will be available in the current operating budget, as appropriated,
of the Grants Operating Federal Fund. The Neighborhood Services Department (and Financial
Management Services) will be responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City. Prior to
an expenditure being incurred, the Neighborhood Services Department has the responsibility to validate
the availability of funds. These are reimbursement grants.
TO
FROM
Submitted for City Manager's Office by:Fernando Costa (6122)
Originating Department Head:Kacey Bess (8187)
Additional Information Contact:Sharon Burkley (5785)
Rhonda Hinz (2573)
ATTACHMENTS
19NS ACTION PLAN 2024_Agency Form 1295 Forms.pdf (CFW Internal)
2024-2025 Action Plan_Secretary of State Filings.pdf (CFW Internal)
Action Plan Budget-Staff Recommendations_052924.pptx (CFW Internal)
IR_2024-2025 ACTION PLAN.docx (CFW Internal)
ORD.APP192024-2025 ACTION PLANFY24_AO(r7).docx (Public)
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