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RENTAL ASSISTANCE LANDLORD AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF FORT WO TH AND TOBIAS PLACE, LP
This RENTAL ASSISTANCE LANDLORD AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made and
entered into between the CITY OF FORT WO TH ("City"), and TOBIAS PLACE, LP ("Landlord"),
each individually referred to as a "parry" 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 an efficiency apartment ("Lease").
The unit is located at ("Unit"), as
more fully described in Exhibit A.
2. TERM.
This Agreement shall begin on JUNE 26, 2026, and shall expire on MAY 31, 2027, 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 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.
OFFICIAL RECORD
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FT. WORTH, TX
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 $1,159.00 per
month for the Unit. Beginning June 26, 2026, to June 30, 2026, the prorated rent amount is
$197.33.
• The Tenant will be responsible for $0.00 of rent from June 26, 2026, to July 31, 2026. Beginning
August 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027, the Tenant shall be responsible for $167.00 of rent per month.
• The City will be responsible for $197.33 from June 26, 2026, to June 30, 2026. From July 1,
2026 to July 31, 2026, City will be responsible for $1,159.00 of rent per month. Beginning
August 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027, the City shall be responsible for $992.00 of rent per month.
A complete history of rental obligations due under this Agreement, per lease term, is included in
Attachment A. 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.
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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.
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
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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.
4.2.3 HUD Program Year Funding. The City of Fort Worth agrees to commit funding for rental
assistance for a period of up to twelve (12) months, subject to the availability of funds allocated in the
current program year's budget. The City shall not commit to providing rental assistance beyond this 12-
month period unless and until additional funding is received from the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development for the subsequent program year. In the event that future funding is not secured, the
City shall provide written notification to both the tenant and landlord at least ninety (90) days prior to the
end of the contract term, advising them that rental assistance will not continue beyond the 12-month
commitment. The City shall not be held liable for rental payments beyond the 12-month commitment and
any lease agreements exceeding the 12-month term are entered into at their own risk regarding the
continuation of rental assistance.
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.
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
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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.
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
parry (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
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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 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.
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12. LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION.
12.1 LIABILITY - LANDLORD SHALL BE LIABLE AND RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY
AND ALL PROPER TYL OSS, PROPERTYDAMAGEAND/OR PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING
DEATH, TO ANYAND 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 ANYAND ALL CLAIMS OR LAWSUITS
OFANYKIND OR CHARACTER, WHETHER REAL OR ASSERTED, FOR EITHER PROPERTY
DAMAGE OR LOSS (INCL UDING 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 BYLANDLORD.
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.
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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 parry by United States Mail, registered, return receipt requested, addressed as
follows:
To CITY:
City of Fort Worth
Attn: Dana Burghdoff
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
16. GOVERNMENTAL POWERS.
To LANDLORD:
TOBIAS PLACE, LP
ATTN: LEASING OFFICE MANAGER
2501 N HARWOOD ST. STE. 2400
DALLAS, TX 75201
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.
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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.
23. AMENDMENTS/ MO IFICATIONS/ 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 parry.
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. RIGNATURE AUTHO ITY 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 CO ANY NAME OR O ERSHIP
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
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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 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:
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By:
Dana Burghdoff (Aug 2026 16: 12 CDT)
Name: Dana Burghdoff
Title: Assistant City Manager
Date: 08/28/2026
APPROVAL RECOMMENDED:
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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.
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Name: Jannette Goodall
Title: City Secretary
Date: 08/29/2026
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Name: Alma Jarramillo
Title: Property Manager
Date: 08/27/2026
By:
Name: Jessika J. Williams
Title: Assistant City Attorney
CONTRACT AUTHORIZATION:
M&C: 26-0800
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
FT. WORTH, TX
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Attachment A
History of Rental Obligations by Lease Term
Lease Term
Total Rent
Tenant's Portion
Ci 's Portion
Initial Term
Total Rent
June 26, 2026, to June 30, 2026:
June26, 2026, to June 30, 2026:
$1,159.00
$0 (Prorated)
$197.33 (Prorated)
July 1, 2026, to July 31, 2026:
July 1, 2026, to July 31, 2026:
$0
$1,159.00
August 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027:
August 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027:
$167.00
$992.00
EXHIBIT A
Copy of Tenant's Lease
Rental Assistance Landlord Agreement Page 12 of 12
0 M AA
This Lease is valid only if filled out before January 1, 2028.
TEXAS APARTMENT ASSOCIATION Apartment Lease Contract
This is a binding contract. Read carefully before signing.
This Lease Contract ("Lease") is between you, the resident(s) as listed below and us. The terms "you" and "your" refer to all residents.
The terms "we," "us," and "our" refer to the owner listed below.
PARTIES
Residents Owner Tobias Place, LP
Occupants
LEASE DETAILS
A. Apartment (Par. 2)
B. Initial LeaseTerm. Begins: 06/26/2026 Ends at 11:59 p.m. on: 05/31/2027
C. Monthly Base Rent (Par. 3)
E. Security Deposit (Par. 5)
F. Notice of Termination or Intent to Move Out (Par.4)
S 1159.00
$ 0.00
Aminimum of 60 days'written notice of
termination or intent to move out required at end of initial Lease
Note that this amount does not
term or during renewal period
D. Prorated Rent
include any Animal Deposit, which
If the number of days isn't filled in, notice of at least 30 days
$ 197.33333333333
would be reflectedin an Animal
Addendum.
is required.
0 due for the remainder of 1st
month or
O for 2nd month
G. Late Fees (Par.3.3)
Initial Late Fee Daily Late Fee
Z 10 %of one month's monthly base rent or 0 %of one month's monthly base rent for days or
O $ O $ for _ days
Due if rent unpaid by 11:59 p.m. on the 3rd (3rd or greater) day of the month
H. Returned Check or Rejected
J. Early Termination Fee Option (Par.7.2)
K. Violation Charges
Payment Fee (Par. 3.4)
$ 2318
$ 30.00
Animal Violation (Par.12.2)
Initial charge of $ 100. 00 per animal (not
to exceed $100 per animal) and
Notice of 60 days is required.
You are not eligible for early termination if
1. Reletting Charge (Par. 7.1)
you are in default.
A daily charge of $ 10.00 per animal
A reletting charge of S 985 .15
Fee must be paid no later than 7
days after you give us notice
(not to exceed 510 per day per animal)
(not toexceed85%ofthehighest
monthly Rent during the Lease term)
Ifanyvaluesornumberofdaysoreblankor"Q"
Insurance Violation (Master Lease Addendum
maybe charged in certain defaultor
then this section does not apply.
other separate addendum)
situations
$
L. Additional Rent- Monthly Recurring Fixed Charges. You will pay separately for these items as outlined below and/or in separate addenda,
Special Provisions or an amendment to this Lease.
Animal rent $ 25.00 Cable/satellite $ Internet $
Package service S Pest control S Stormwater/drainage $
Trash $ Washer/Dryer S
Other: Carport Fee $ 0.00
Other: $
Other: S
Other: S
M. Utilities and Other Variable Charges. You will pay separately for gas, water, wastewater, electricity, trash/recycling, utility billing fees and other
items as outlined in separate addenda, Special Provisions or an amendment to this Lease.
Utility Connection Charge or Transfer Fee: $ 30.00 (not to exceed $50) to be paid within 5 days of written notice (Par.3.5)
N. Other Charges and Requirements. You will pay separately for these items or comply with these requirements as outlined in a Master Lease
Addendum, separate addenda or Special Provisions. Initial Access Device: $ _
Additional or Replacement Access Devices: $ __________ Required Insurance Liability Limit (per occurrence): $ 100000.00_
Special Provisions. See Par. 32 or additional addenda attached. This Lease cannot be changed unless in writing and signed by you and us.
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LEASE TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Definitions. The following terms are commonly used in this Lease:
1.1. "Residents" are those listed in "Residents" above who sign
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.
1.3. "Owner" may be identified by an assumed name and is the
owner only and not property managers or anyone else.
1.4. "Including" in this Lease means'includingbut not limited to'
I.S. "Community Policies" are the written apartment rules and
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. "Rent" is monthly base rent plus additional monthly
recurring fixed charges.
1.7. "Lease" includes this document, any addenda and
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. In accordance with this Lease, you'll receive access
information or devices for your apartment and mailbox, and
other access devices including:
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.
2.3. Representations. You agree that designations or accredi-
tations associated with the property are subject to change.
Rent. You must pay your Renton or before the 1st day of each
month (due date) without demand. Thee are no exceptions
regarding the payment of Rent andyou agree notpaying Rent on
or before the 1st ofeach month is a material breach ofthis Lease.
3.1. Payments. You will pay your Rent by any method, manner
and place we specify in accordance with this Lease.
Cash is not acceptable without ourprior written
permission. You cannot withhold or offset Rent unless
authorized by low. 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.
3.2. Application of Payments. Payment of each sum due is an
independent covenant, which means payments are due
regardless of our performance. When we receive money,
other than water and wastewater payments subject to
government regulation, we may apply it at our option and
without notice first to 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 other than Rent and late fees are
due upon our demand. After the due date, we do not have
to accept any payments.
3.3. Late Fees. If we don't receive your monthly base rent in full
when it's due, you must pay late fees as outlined in Lease Details.
3.4. Returned Payment Fee. You'II pay the fee listed in Lease
Details for each returned check or rejected electronic
payment, plus initial and daily late fees If applicable, until
we receive full payment in an acceptable method.
3.5. Utilities and Services. You'll pay for all utilities and services,
related deposits, and any charges or fees when they are due
and as outlined in this Lease. Television channels that are
provided may be changed during the Lease term if the
change applies to all residents.
If your electricity is interrupted, you must use only battery -
operated lighting (no flames). You must not allow any
utilities (other than cable or Internet) to be cut off or
switched for any reason —including 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 of your 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 for the charge listed above (not to exceed $50
per billing period), plus the actual or estimated cost of the
utilities used while the utility should have been billed to you.
If your apartment is individually metered and you change
your retail electric provider, you must give us written notice.
You must pay all applicable provider fees, including any fees
to change service back into our name after you move out.
3.6. Lease Changes. Lease changes are only allowed during the
Lease term or renewal period if governed by Par.10, specified
in Special Provisions in Par. 32, or by a written addendum or
amendment signed by you and us. At or after the end of the
initial Lease term, Rent increases will become effective with at
least 5 days plus the number of days' advance notice contained
in Box F on page i in writing from us to you. Your new Lease,
which may include increased Rent or Lease changes, will begin
on the date stated in any advance notice we provide (without
needing your signature) unless you give us written move -out
notice under Par. 25, which applies only to the end of the 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
written notice of termination or intent to move out as required by Par.
25 and specified on page 1. ffthenumber ofdaysisn'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. Refunds and Deductions. You must give us your advance
notice of move out as provided by Par. 25 and forwarding
address in writing to receive a written description and
itemized list of charges or refund. In accordance with this
Lease and as allowed by law, we may deduct from your
security deposit any amounts due under this Lease. Ifyou
move out early or in response to a notice to vacate, you'll be
liable for rekeying charges. Upon receipt of your move -out
date and forwarding address in writing, the security deposit
will be returned (less lawful deductions) with an itemized
accounting of any deductions, no later than 30 days after
surrender or abandonment, unless laws provide otherwise.
Any refund may be by one paymentjointly payable to all
residents and distributed to any one resident we choose,
or distributed equally among all residents.
Insurance. Our insurance doesn't cover the loss ofor damage to
your personal property. You will be required to have liability insur-
ance as specified in this Lease unless otherwise prohibited by law. If
you have insurance covering the apartment or your personal belong-
ings at the time you or we suffer or allege a loss, you agree that you
will request and obtain from your insurance carrier a waiver of the in-
surance carrier's 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 occurrences. Most renter's insurance policies
don't cover losses due to a flood.
Reletting and Early Lease Termination. This Lease may not be ter-
minated early except as provided in this Lease.
7.1. Reletting Charge. You'll be liable for a reietting charge as
listed in Lease Details, (not to exceed 85%of the highest
monthly Rent during the Lease term) if you: (A) fail to move in,
or fail to give written move -out notice as required in Par. 25;
(B) move out without paying Rent in full for the entire Lease
term or renewal period; (C) move out at our demand because
ofyour default; or (D) arejudicially evicted. The reletting
charge is not a termination, cancellation or buyout fee and
does not release you from your obligations under this Lease,
including liability for future or past -due Rent, charges 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 costs, and locator -service fees.
You agree that the reletting charge is a reasonable estimate
of our damages and that the charge is due whether or not our
reletting attempts succeed.
7.2. Early Lease Termination Option Procedure. In addition to
your termination rights referred to in 73 or 8.1 below, ifthis
provision 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 EarlyTermina-
tion Option fee in full and specify the date by which you'll
move out; (b) you are not in default at any time and do not
hold over; and (c) you repay all rent concessions, credits or
discounts you received during the Lease term. If you are in
default, the Lease remedies apply.
7.3. Special Termination Rights. Youmayhavethe rightunder
Texas law to terminate this Lease earlyin certain situations
involving military deployment or transfer, family violence,
certain sexual offenses, stalking or death of a sole resident.
Delay of Occupancy. We are not responsible for any delay of your
occupancy caused by construction, repairs, cleaning, or a previous
resident's holding over. This Lease will remain in force subject to
(1) abatement of Rent on a daily basis during delay, and (2) your right
to terminate this Lease in writing as set forth below. Rent abatement
and Lease termination do not apply if the delay is for 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
occupancy when or after this Lease begins, you may termi-
nate this Lease within 3 days after you receive written 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 proper termination, you are entitled only to refund of
any deposit(s) and any Rent you paid.
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9. Care of Unit and Damages. You must promptly pay or reimburse us
for loss, damage, consequential damages, government fines or charg-
es, or cost of repairs or service 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 or fault, except for
damages by acts of God to the extent they couldn't be mitigated by
your action or inaction.
Unless damage or wastewaterstoppage is due to our negligence,
we're not liable for —and you must pay for —repairs and replace-
ments occurring during the Lease term or renewal period, includ-
ing. (A) damage from wastewater stoppages caused by improper
objects in lines exclusively serving your apartment; (B) damage to
doors, windows, or screens; and (C) damage from windows or doors
left open.
10. Community Policies. Community Policies become part ofthis
Lease and must be followed. We may make changes, including addi-
tions, to our written Community Policies, and those changes can be-
come effective Immediately if the Community Policies are distributed
and applicable to all units in the apartment community and do not
change the dollar amounts owed underthis Lease.
10.1. Photo/Video 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.
10.2. Disclosure of Information. At our sole option and as allowed
by law, we may, but are not obligated to, share and use infor-
mation 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.
10.3. Guests. We may exclude from the apartment community
any guests or others who, in our sole judgment, 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 common 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 apartment
for more than 2 days in one week without our prior written
consent, and no more than 4 days in any one month.
10.4. Notice of Convictions and Registration. You must
notify us within 15 days if you or any of your occupants:
(A) are convicted of any felony, (B) are convicted of any
misdemeanor involving a controlled substance, violence to
another person, or destruction of property, or (C) register as a
sex offender. Informing us of a 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 (including those related 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 impractical for us to prevent them from penetrating
your apartment.
11. Conduct. You agree to communicate and conduct yourself in a law-
ful, courteous and reasonable manner at all times when interacting
with us, our representatives and other residents or occupants. Any
acts of unlawful, discourteous or unreasonable communication or
conduct by you, your occupants or guests is a breach ofthis 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 be disposed of at least weekly. You will
use your apartment and all other areas, including any balconies, with
reasonable care. We may regulate the use of passageways, patios;
balconies, porches, and activities in common areas.
11.1. Prohibited Conduct. You, your occupants, and your guests
will not engage in certain prohibited conduct, including the
following activities:
(a) criminal conduct; manufacturing, delivering, or
possessing a controlled substance or drug parapher-
nalia; engaging in or threatening violence; possessing
a weapon prohibited 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) disturbing or threatening the rights, comfort, health, safety,
or convenience of others, including us, our agents, or our
representatives;
(d) disrupting our business operations;
(e) storing anything in closets containing water heaters or
gas appliances;
(f) tampering with utilities or telecommunication
equipment;
(g) bringing hazardous materials into the apartment
community;
(h) using windows for entry or exit;
(i) heating the apartment with gas -operated appliances;
(j) making bad -faith or false allegations against us or our
agents to others;
(k) smoking of any kind, that is not in accordance with this
Lease;
(1) using glass containers in or near pools; or
(m) conducting any kind ofbusiness (including child-care
services) in your apartment or in the apartment
community —except for any lawful business
conducted "at home" by 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, anywhere in the apartment or apartment community un-
less we've given written permission. If we allow an animal, you must
sign a separate Animal Addendum and, except as set forth 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 or wild animals is a breach of this Lease.
12.1. Removal of Unauthorized 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;
turn the animal over to a humane society, local authority
or rescue organization; or return the animal to you if
we consent to your request to 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 liable for loss, harm, sickness, or death ofthe
animal unless due to our negligence. You must pay for
the animal's reasonable care and kenneling charges.
12.2. Violations of Animal Policies and Charges. If you or
any guest or occupant violates the animal restrictions of
this Lease or our Community Policies, you'll be subject to
charges, damages, eviction, and other remedies
provided in this Lease, including animal violation 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 any time during
your term of occupancy (with or without our consent),
we'll charge you for all cleaning and repair costs,
including defleaing, deodorizing, and shampooing. Initial
and daily animal -violation charges and animal -removal
charges are liquidated damages for our time,
inconvenience, 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 of transportation, 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 vehicle owner or operator, any vehicle 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, prospective 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. Written Requests Required. lfyouorany occupant needs
to send a request —for example, for repairs, installations,
services, ownership disclosure, or security -related matters —
it must be written and delivered to our designated
representative in accordance with this Lease (except for
fair -housing accommodation or modification requests or
situations involving imminent danger or threats 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 time,
manner, method and means of performing maintenance
and repairs, including whether or which vendors to use,
are within our sole discretion.
15.2. Your Requirement to Notify. You must promptly notify us in
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
conditioning problems are normally not emergencies.
15.3. Utilities. We may change or install utility lines or
equipment serving the apartment if the work is done
reasonably without substantially increasing your
utility costs. We may turn off equipment and interrupt
utilities as needed to perform work orto avoid
property damage or other emergencies. If utilities
malfunction or are damaged by fire, water, or similar
cause, you must notify our representative immediately.
15.4. You r Re in ed ies. We'll act with cu stomary d I I i g e n ce to
make repairs and reconnections within a reasonable
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"
accounts for the severity and nature of the problem and
the reasonable availability of materials, labor, and
utilities. ►f we foil to timely repair a condition that
materially affects the physical health or safety of an
o►dinaryresident as required by the Texas Property Code,
you maybe entitled to exercise remedies under § 92.056
and § 92.0561 of the Texas Property Code. if you follow
the procedures under those sections, the following
remedies, among others, may be available to you:
(1) termination ofthis Lease and an appropriate refund
under 92.056(f); (2) have the condition repaired or
remedied according to § 92.0561; (3) deduct from the Rent
the cost of the repair or remedy according to § 92.0561,
and 4) judicial remedies according to § 92.0563.
16. Our Right to Terminate for Apartment Community Damage or
Closure. If, in our solejudgment, damages to the unit or building are
significant or performance of needed repairs poses a danger to you,
we may terminate this Lease and your right to possession by giving
you at least 7 days' written notice. If termination occurs, you agree
we'll refund only prorated rent and all deposits, minus lawful deduc-
tions. We may remove, store, or dispose of your personal property if,
in our sole judgment, it poses a health or safety hazard or impedes
our ability to make repairs.
16.1. Property Closure. We also have the right to terminate
this Lease and your right to possession by giving you at
least 30 days' written notice of termination if we 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. Assignments and Subletting. You may not assign this Lease or sub-
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 or ser-
vice that advertises dwellings for rent.
18. Security and Safety Devices. We'll pay for missing security devic-
es that are required by law. You'll pay for: (A) rekevina that you
request (unless we failed to rekey after the previous resident
moved out); and (B) repairs or replacements because of misuse
or damage by you or Your family, your occupants, or your guests.
You must pay immediately after the work is done unless state law au-
thorizes advance payment. You must also pay in advance for any ad-
ditional or changed security devices you request.
Texas Property Code secs. 92. iS1, 92.153, and 91.154 require, with
some exceptions, that we provide at no cost to you when occupancy
begins: (A) a window latch on each window; (8) a doorviewer (peep-
hole or window) on each exterior door, • (C) a pin lock on each sliding
door, • (D) either a door -handle latch or a security bar on each sliding
door; (E) a keyless bolting device (deadbolt) on each exterior door,•
and (F) either a keyed doorknob lock or a keyed deadbolt lock on
one entry door. Keyed locks will be rekeyed after the prior resident
moves out. The rekeying will be done either before you move in or
within 7 days after you move in, as required bylaw, If we fail to in-
stall or rekey security devices as required by law, you have the right
to do so and deduct the reasonable cost from your next Rent pay-
ment under Texas Property Code sec. 92.165(1). We may deactivate
or not install keyless bolting devices on your doors if (A) you or an
occupant in the dwelling is over SS or disabled, and (B) the require-
ments of Texas Property Code sec. 92.753(e) or (f) are satisfied.
18.1. Smoke Alarms and Detection Devices. We'll furnish
smoke alarms or other detection devices required by law
or city ordinance. We may install additional detectors
not so required. We'll test them and provide working
batteries when you first take possession of your
apartment. Upon request, we'll provide, as required by
law, a smoke alarm capable of alerting a person with a
hearing impairment.
You must pay for and replace batteries as needed,
unless the law provides otherwise. We may replace dead
or missing batteries at your expense, without prior notice
to you. Neither you nor your guests or occupants may
disable alarms or detectors. Ifyou damage ordisable the
smoke alarm or remove a battery without replacing it
with a working battery, you may be liable to us under
Texas Property Code sec. 92.2671 for $100 plus one
month's Rent, actual damages, and attorney's fees.
18.2. Duty to Report. You must immediately report to us any
missing, malfunctioning or defective security devices,
smoke alarms or detectors. You'll be liable if you fail to
report malfunctions, or fail to report any loss, damage, or
fines resulting from fire, smoke, or water.
19. Resident Safety and Loss. Unless otherwise required bylaw, none
of us, ouremployees, agents, ormanagement companies are liable
to you, yourguests oroccupants for any damage, personal injury,
loss to personal property, orloss of business orpersonal income,
from any cause, including but not limited to: negligent or intention-
al acts ofresidents, occupants, or guests theft, burglary, assault,
vandalism or other crimes; fire, flood, waterleaks, rain, hail, ice,
snow, smoke, lightning, wind, explosions, interruption of utilities,
pipe leaks or otheroccurrences unless such damage, injury orloss is
caused exclusively by our negligence.
We do not warrant security ofany kind. 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 occupants. You rec-
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 malfunc-
tion. Any charges resulting from the use of an intrusion alarm will be
charged to you, including, but not limited to, any false alarms with
police/fire/ambulance response or other required city charges.
20. Condition of the Premises and Alterations.
20.1. 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 form or within 48 hours after
move -in, whichever comes first, you must note on the
form all defects 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 out. Otherwise, everything will be
considered to be in a clean, safe, and good working
condition. You must still send a separate request for any
repairs needed as provided by Par.15.1.
20.2. 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. Unless this Lease
states otherwise, we'll permit a reasonable number of small
nail holes for hanging pictures on sheetrock walls 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 lock changes, 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 if you sign our
satellite dish or antenna lease addendum, which complies
with reasonable restrictions allowed by federal law. You must
not alter, damage, or remove our property, including 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,
including exterior fixtures operated from inside the
apartment; after that, you'll replace them at your expense
with bulbs of the 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 or from our employees, agents, or manage-
ment company constitutes notice to or from us. Notices to you or any
other Resident constitute notice to all Residents. Notices and requests
from any Resident constitute notice from all Residents. Only a Resident
may 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 or speak.
21.1. Electronic Notice. If allowed bylaw and in accordance with
this Lease, we may give you notice electronically, by email, by
phone, or by delivery to your physical address.
You agree that electronic or emailed notices from us to you
may include, without limitation, a Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate
or a Notice to Vacate. Electronic or emailed notice from you to
us must be sent to the email address and/or resident portal
specified in this Lease. You represent that you have provided
your current email address to us during the rental application
process, and agree we may use that address or any updated
address you later provide in writing, for all notices and
communications permitted under this Lease. You must notify
us in writing if your email address changes.
21.2. Resident Email for Notices. You further agree that the email
address you provided in the rental application process or any
other email address that you have used to communicate with us
may be used for receiving a Notice to Vacate or Notice to Pay
Rent or Vacate, in addition to all other notices under this Lease.
You may update the email address in your application only by
providing written notice to us of the new email address. Any
notice sent to the email address you designated in your rental
application or to any other email address you have used to
communicate with us will be considered delivered when sent.
EVICTION AND REMEDIES
22. Liability. Each resident is jointly and severally liable for all Lease
obligations. If you or any guest or occupant violates this Lease or our
Community Policies, all residents are considered to have violated this
Lease.
22.1. Indemnification by You. You'll defend, indemnify and hold us
and our employees, agents, and management company
harmless from all liability arising from your conductor
requests to our representatives and from the conduct ofor
requests by your invitees, occupants or guests.
23. Default by Resident.
23.1. Acts of Default. You'll be in default if: (A) you don't
timely pay Rent, including monthly recurring 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; IQ you
give incorrect, incomplete, or false answers in a rental
application or in this Lease; or (D) you or any occupant is
charged, detained, convicted, or given deferred
adjudication 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
substance, marijuana, or drug paraphernalia as defined
in the Texas Controlled Substances Act, or (2) any sex -
related crime, including a misdemeanor.
23.2. Eviction. lfyoudefault, including holding over, wemay end
your rights of occupancy and possession by giving you at
I east a 24-hour written Notice to Vacate or written Notice to
PayRentor Vacate, eitherofwhich maybe given byanymethod
allowed undertow, including email and other electronic
means. Any notice period in a notice to vacate or notice
to pay or vacate that ends on a Saturday, Sunday, or
state or federal holiday will be shortened to end on that day
- It will not be extended to the next business day.
Termination of your possession rights doesn't release you
from liability for future Rent or other Lease obligations. After
giving Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate (Ifyou don't timely pay)
or Notice to Vacate or filing an eviction suit we may still
accept Rent or other sums due, the filing or acceptance
doesn't waive or diminish our right ofeviction or any other
contractual orstatutory 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 with eviction proceedings.
In an eviction, Rent is owed forthe full rental period and will
not be prorated.
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23.3. Acceleration. Unless we elect not to accelerate Rent, all
monthly Rent for the rest of the Lease term or renewal
period will be accelerated automatically without notice
or demand (before or after acceleration) and will be
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 Rent for the
entire Lease term or renewal period. Remaining Rent will
also be accelerated if you're judicially evicted or move
out when we demand because you've defaulted.
If you don't pay the first month's Rent when or before this 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. You and all occupants must vacate and surrender
the apartment by or before the date contained in: (1) your
move -out notice (2) our Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate (if you
don't timely pay) or 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 liable to us
for all Rent for the full term of the previously signed lease of a
new resident who can't occupy because of the holdover, and
at our option, we may extend the Lease term and/or increase
the Rent by 25% by delivering written notice to you or your
apartment while you continue to hold over.
23.5. Other Remedies. We may report unpaid amounts to
credit agencies as allowed by law. Ifwe or our debt
collector tries to collect any money you owe us, you
agree that we or the debt collector may contact you by
any legal means. If you default, you will pay us, in addition
to other sums due, any rental discounts or concessions
agreed to in writing that have been applied to your account.
We may recover attorney's fees in connection with enforcing
our rights under this Lease. All unpaid amounts you owe bear
interest at the rate provided by Texas Finance Code Section
304.003(c) from the due date. You must pay all collection -
agency fees if you fail to pay sums due within 10 days after
you are mailed a letter demanding payment and stating that
collection -agency fees will be added if you don't pay all sums
by that deadline. You are also liable for costs to cover our time
and expenses for any eviction proceeding against you, plus
our attorney's fees and expenses, court costs, and filing fees
actually paid.
23.6. Electronic Court Appearances. You agree that, to the extent
permitted by law, any court proceeding (including an eviction
case) related to this Lease may be conducted by videoconfer-
ence, teleconference, or other available electronic means.
Nothing in this paragraph limits either party's right to request
or agree to an in -person appearance in a specific proceeding.
24. Representatives' Authority and Waivers. Our representatives (in-
cluding management personnel, employees, and agents) have no
authority to waive, amend, or terminate this Lease oranypart ofit
unless in writing and signed, and no authorityto make promises, rep-
resentations, or agreements that impose security duties or other ob-
ligations on us or our representatives, unless in writing and signed.
No action or omission by us will be considered a waiver of our rights or of
any subsequent violation, default, or time or place of performance. Our
choice to enforce, not enforce or delay enforcement of written -no-
tice requirements, rental due dates, acceleration, 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. Nothing 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 otherwise.
All remedies are cumulative. Exercising one remedy won't constitute
an election or waiver 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 contractual, statutory, or other obliga-
tions merely by virtue of acting on our behalf.
END OF
25. Move -Out Notice. Before moving out, you must give our represen-
tative advance written move -out notice as stated in Par. 4, even if
this Lease has become a month -to -month lease. The move -out date
can't be changed unless we and you both agree in writing.
Your move -out notice must comply with each of the following:
(a) Unless we require more than 30 days' notice, if you give
notice on the first day of the month you intend to move
out, move out will be on the last day of that month.
(b) Your move -out notice must not terminate this Lease
before the end ofthe Lease term or renewal period.
(c) Ifwe require you to give us more than 30 days' written
notice to move out before the end of the Lease term, we
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will give you 1 written reminder not less than 5 days nor
29. Severability and Survivability. If any provision of this Lease is inval-
more than 90 days before your deadline for giving us
id or unenforceable under applicable law, it won't invalidate the re -
your written move -out notice. If we fail to give a reminder
mainder of this Lease or change the Intent of the parties. Paragraphs
notice, 30 days' written notice to move out is required.
10.1, 10.2,16,22.1, 27,30 and 31 shall survive the termination of
(d) You must get from us a written acknowledgment of your
this Lease. This Lease binds subsequent owners.
notice.
30. Controlling Law. Texas law governs this Lease. All litigation arising
26. Move -Out Procedures.
under this Lease and all Lease obligations must be brought in the
county, and precinct if applicable, where the apartment is located.
26.1. Cleaning. You must thoroughly clean the apartment, including
doors, windows, furniture, bathrooms, kitchen appliances,
31. Waivers. By signing this Lease, you agree to the following:
patios, balconies, garages, carports, and storage rooms. You
31.1. Class Action Waiver. You agree that you will not participate
must follow move -out cleaning instructions if they have been
in any class action claims against us or our employees, agents,
provided. If you don't clean adequately, you'll be liable for
or management company. You must file any claim against us
reasonable cleaning charges —including charges for cleaning
individually, and you expressly waive yourright to bring,
carpets, draperies, furniture, walls, etc. that are soiled beyond
represent, join orotherwise maintain a class action,
normal wear (that is, wear or soiling that occurs without
collective action orsimilar proceeding against us in
negligence, carelessness, accident, or abuse),
any forum.
26.2. Move -Out Inspection. We may, but are not obligated to,
YOU UNDERSTAND THAT, WITHOUT THIS WAIVER YOU
provide a joint move -out inspection. Our representatives
COULD BE A PARTY IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT BY
have no authority to bind or limit us regarding deductions for
SIGNING THIS LEASE, YOU ACCEPT THIS WAIVER AND
repairs,damages, or charges. Any statements or estimates by
CHOOSE TO HAVE ANY CLAIMS DECIDED INDIVIDUALLY
us or our representative are subject to our correction, modi-
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS PARAGRAPH SHALL SURVIVE
fication, or disapproval before final accounting or refunding.
THE TERMINATION OR EXPIRATION OF THIS LEASE
27. Surrender and Abandonment. You have surrendered the apartment
31.2. Force Majeure. lfwe are prevented from completing substan-
when: (A) the move -out date on your notice to us, the non -renewal
tial performance of any obligation under this Lease by
sent to you, or the Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate or Notice to Vacate
occurrences that are beyond our control, including but
date has passed and no one is living in the apartment in our reason-
not limited to, an act of God, strikes, epidemics, war, acts of
ablejudgment; or (B) apartment keys and access devices listed in
terrorism, riots, flood, fire, hurricane, tornado, sabotage or
Par.2.1 have been turned in to us —whichever happens first.
governmental regulation, then we shall be excused from any
You have abandonedthe apartment when all of the following have
further performance of obligations to the fullest extent
occurred: (A) everyone appears to have moved out in our reasonable
allowed by law.
judgment; (8) you've been in default for nonpayment of Rent for 5
32. Special Provisions. The following, or attached Special Provisions and
consecutive days, or water, gas, or electric service for the apartment
any addenda or Community Policies provided to you, are part of this
not connected in our name has been terminated or transferred; and
Lease and supersede any conflicting provisions in this Lease.
(C) you've not responded for 2 days to our notice left on the inside of
the main entry door stating that we considerthe apartment aban-
The attached addenda and written rules
doned. An apartment is also considered abandoned 10 days after the
become part of the lease. No partial
death of a sole resident.
payments accepted and cash is never
27.1. The Ending of Your Rights. Surrender, abandonment, or
accepted.
judicial eviction ends your right of possession for all purposes
and gives us the immediate right to clean 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 property that in our
sole judgment 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 liable 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 property that is:
(1) left in the apartment after surrender or abandonment; or
(2) left outside more than 1 hour after writ of possession is
executed, following judicial eviction.
An animal removed after surrender, abandonment, or eviction
may be kenneled or turned over to a local authority, humane
society, or rescue organization.
Before submitting a rental application or signing this Lease, you
GENERAL PROVISIONS AND SIGNATURES
should review the documents and may consult an attorney. You are
bound by this lease when it is signs electronic signature is
28. TAA Membership. We, the management company representing us,
binding. This Lease, including all aBenda, is the entire agreement
or any locator service that you used confirms membership In good
betwe n you and us. You agree t t you are NOT relying on any
standing of both the Texas Apartment Association and the affiliated
oral re resentations.
local apartment association for the area where the apartment is
esiden Date signed
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 membership in TAA and
(Name of Resident) Date signed
the local association has lapsed; and (2) neitherthe owner northe man-
agement company is a member of TAA and the local association during
the third automatic renewal. A signed affidavit from the affiliated local
(Name of Resident) Date
apartment association attesting to nonmembership when this Lease
signed
or renewal was signed will be conclusive evidence of nonmembership.
Governmental entities may useTAA forms ifTAA agrees in writing.
(Name of Resident) Date signed
Name, address and telephone number of locator service (if applicable):
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
Owneror Owner's Representiv (sigvinVonehalfofowner)
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DLTYIA
TEXAS APARTMENT ASSOCIATION
Lease Contract Addendum for Units
Participating in Government Regulated
Affordable Housing Programs
1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract
("Lease) executed by you, the resident(s), on the dwelling you
(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 the dwelling you are renting, are participating in a govern-
ment 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.
Accurate Information in Application and for Future
Requests. By signing this addendum, you are certifying that
the information provided in the Rental Application, a Supple-
mental Rental Application, or any recertification documents
regarding your household annual income and other eligibility
requirements is true and accurate.
Request(s) for Information. By signing this addendum,
you agree that the annual income and other eligibility re-
quirements for participation in this government regulated
affordable housing program are substantial and material
obligations under the Lease. Within seven days after our re-
quest, you agree to comply with our requests for information
regarding annual income and eligibility, including requests
by the owner and the appropriate government monitoring
agency.These requests to you may be made to you now and
any time during the Lease term or renewal period.
5. Failure to Answer or Inaccurate Information MayBeGood
Cause Grounds for Eviction. If you refuse to answer or do
not provide accurate information in responsetothe requests
in Par. 4 above, it may be considered a substantial violation
of the Lease and good cause grounds for terminating and/
or not renewing your Lease and for an eviction. It makes no
difference whether the inaccuracy of the information you
furnished was intentional or unintentional.
Termination or Nonrenewal of Lease for Housing Tax
Credit (HTC), HOME Program, NHTF Program and Prop-
erties Owned by Public Facility Corporations or Hous-
ing Finance Corporations. Provisions in Par. 6-6.5 of this
Addendum shall apply only to residents living in a dwelling
covered bythe HTC, NHTF and HOME programs or programs
following HOME rules, or properties owned by a PFC or HFC
under Texas Local Government Code. Par. 6-6.5 of this Ad-
dendum 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
participating 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 terminating
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 Program. For rental properties participating in the
HOME program, federal regulation 24 CFR 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 ofthe tenancy period forTransitional Housing
(if applicable) or for good cause. Evictions or nonrenewal
ofleases for reasons other than 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 24CFR 93.303 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 forTransitional Housing
(if applicable) or for good cause. Evictions or nonrenewal
of leases for reasons other than 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 Properties Owned by PFCs or HFCs. Forproperties owned
by PFCs or HFCs, the owner may only refuse to renew the
lease if the resident: (1) is in material noncompliance with
the Lease, including nonpayment of rent; (2) committed
one or more substantial violations of the Lease; (3) failed
to provide required information on income, composition,
or eligibility of the resident's household; or (4) committed
repeated minor violations of the Lease that disrupt the
livability of the property, 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 of the
residentto pay rent in a timely manner. In addition, we must
provide a resident with at least 30 days written notice of
nonrenewal ofthe Lease.The owner may not retaliate ortake
action against a resident or the resident's guests becausethe
resident established, attempted to establish or participated
in a resident organization. Residents may not waive these
protections in a lease or lease addendum.
6.5 Good Cause. If challenged by a resident, a court may
determine if a property owner has good cause to evict,
terminate a tenancy or not renew the Lease. "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 that are supported by HTC allocations, sec. 2306.6738,
Texas Government Code, prohibits such property owners
from threatening or conducting a lockout unless: allowed by
judicial process; necessary to perform repairs orcons truction
work; orresponding to an emergency. Personal propertyofa
residentmay not be seizedorthreatened to beseized except
byjudicial process unless the premises has been abandoned
as required by 24 CFR 92.253.
8. Insurance. Insurance is not required but is still strongly recom-
mended. Though not required, we urge you to get your own
insurance for losses due to theft, fire, water, pipe leaks, and similar
occurrences.
9. Student Status. By signing this addendum, you agree to notify
the owner, in writing, if there are any changes in the student
status of any residents (including replacement residents) oc-
cupying the unit.
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10. Conflict with Governing Law. To the extent that any part
of your Lease or this addendum conflicts with applicable
federal, state, or local laws or regulations, the law or regula-
tion overridesthat portion ofyour Lease orthis addendum.
You are entitled to receive a copy of this Addendum after it is fully signed. Keep it in saf place.
Date signed Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
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WATER AND WASTEWATER ALLOCATION AND SUBMETERING ADDENDUM
i. Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease Contract for Apt. No. at (street address)
, Texas. OR the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address)
Texas. The terms of this addendum will control if the terms of
the Lease and this addendum conflict.
2. Mutual conservation efforts. We agree to use our best efforts to repair any water leaks inside or outside your
apartment no later than 7 days after we learn about them. You agree to use your best efforts to conserve water and
notify us of leaks.
3. Your payment due date. Payment of your water and wastewater bill is due 16 days after the date it is postmarked or
hand delivered to your apartment. You agree to mail or deliver payment to the place indicated on your bill so that
payment is received no later than the due date. You will pay a late charge of 5% of your water and wastewater bill if we
do not receive your payment on time.
4. Previous average. As required under PLC rules, you are notified that the average monthly bill for all dwelling units in
the previous calendar year was $ per unit, varying from $ to $
for the lowest to highest month's bills for any unit in the apartment community for this period, if such information is
available. The above amounts do not reflect future changes in utility company water rates, weather variations, total
water consumption, residents' water consumption habits, etc.
5. Right to examine records. During regular weekday office hours, you may examine: (1) our water/wastewater bills
from the utility company; (2) our calculations of your monthly allocations; and (3) any other information available to you
under PUC rules. Please give us reasonable advance notice to gather the data. Any disputes relating to the
computation of your bill will be between you and us.
One of the following applies:
io Submeter billing procedures
A. Your monthly water and wastewater bill will be submetered. Please see the applicable rules of the PUC
(attached).
B. As permitted by state law, a service fee of 9 % (not to exceed 9%) will be added to your monthly
water -service charges.
C. No other administrative or other fees will be added to your bill unless expressly allowed by law or PUC rules. No
other amounts will be included in the bill except your unpaid balances and any late fees (if incurred by you). If
we fail to pay our mastermeter bill to the utility company on time and incur penalties or interest, no portion of
these amounts will be included in your bill.
D. Any dispute relating to the accuracy of any submetering device will be between you and us.
E. We will bill you monthly for your submetered water consumption from approximately the 1 day of
the month to the 1 day of the month, the latter being our scheduled submeter-reading date. Your
bill will be calculated in accordance with PUC rules and this Addendum and will be prorated for the first and last
months you live in the unit.
17 Allocation billing procedures
A. Your monthly water and wastewater bill will be allocated. Please see the applicable rules of the PUC (attached).
B. Common area deduction. Before calculating your portion of the bill, we will deduct for irrigation of landscaping
and all other common area uses, as required by PUC rules. We will also deduct for any utility company base
charges and customer service charges so that you won't be paying any part of such charges for vacant units.
No administrative or other fees will be added to the total mastermeter water/wastewater bill(s) to be allocated
unless expressly allowed by PUC rules. No other amounts will be included in the bill except your unpaid
balances and any late fees you incur. If we fail to pay our mastermeter bill to the utility company on time and
incur penalties or interest, no portion of such amounts will be included in your bill.
C. The allocation method that we will use in calculating your bill is noted below and described in the following
subdivision of Section 24.281 of the PUC rules (check only one):
O subdivision (i) actual occupancy;
71 subdivision (ii) ratio occupancy (PUC average for number of occupants in unit);
O subdivision (iii) average occupancy (PUC average for number of bedrooms in unit);
7 subdivision (iv) combination of actual occupancy and square feet of the apartment; or
O subdivision (v) submetered hot/cold water, ratio to total.
D. The normal date on which the utility company sends its monthly bill to us for the water/wastewater mastermeter
is about the day of the month. Within 10 days thereafter, we will try to allocate that mastermeter
bill among our residents by allocated billings.
Special provisions:
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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR SATELLITE 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. Addendum. This is an addendum to the lease between you and us for Apt. No. in the
Apartments in
Texas OR
the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address)
Texas.
2. Number and size. You may install 0 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. Safety 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 the satellite dish or antenna by plants, etc., so long as it does not impair reception.
S. Signal transmission from exterior dish or antenna to interior 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 transmitted 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 qualified 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.
T. 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.
9. 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 $ 0.00 , 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. Security deposit. Your security deposit (in your Lease Contract) is increased by an additional reasonable sum of $ 0.00
❑ 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 TV; and (3) the difficulty 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.
T Signature of Ow r o
>Awner'g Representative
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PARKING ADDENDUM
1 Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease for Apt. No. at (street address)
Texas. OR the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address)
Texas.
2. Parking assignment. You are entitled to:
Exclusive possession of: (check as applicable)
7 parking space number(s)
-1 garage or carport attached to the dwelling
garage space number(s)
andlor
-1 carport space number(s)
OR
Unrestricted access to: (check as applicable)
'1 general parking lot space(s)
71 non -assigned garage or carport spaces
Parking fee: Parking may be included in your monthly rent or charged as a separate fee, as indicated on page 1 of the Lease. If included as a
separate fee, it is payable in addition to rent as specified in the Lease. All terms and conditions of the Lease apply to the above areas unless
modified by this addendum.
3. Use restrictions. Parking areas including garages and carports may be used only for storage of operable motor vehicles unless otherwise
stated in our rules, community policies or Special Provisions. No one may sleep, cook, barbeque, or live in a parking area. Persons not listed as
a resident or occupant in the Lease may not use the areas covered by this addendum. No plants may be grown in such areas. Because of
carbon monoxide risks, you may not run the motor of a vehicle inside a garage unless the garage door is open to allow fumes to escape. You
should review your Lease carefully as there may be additional parking rules contained in it beyond those in this addendum.
4. No storage of items. No items of any kind may be stored even temporarily in any of the spaces described by this addendum. Additionally, in
our sole judgment and without prior notice, we may remove and dispose of any items that we be believe might constitute a fire or environmental
hazard.
5. No smoke, fire, or carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke, fire, or carbon monoxide detectors will be furnished by us if required by law. We
may choose to provide a detection device not required by law which may be detailed in a separate addendum.
6. Garage door access If an enclosed garage is furnished with the leased premises, you will be provided access. You will be responsible for
maintenance of any garage door access devices, including battery replacement. Transmitter frequency settings may not be changed on the
access devices without our prior written consent. At the end of the Lease, the total number of access devices that you were assigned for any
method of access must be returned to us. Failure to return such devices will result in a charge of $ for each device,
which will be deducted from your security deposit.
7. Security. We will not have any security responsibilities for areas covered by this addendum. Always remember to lock any door of a garage and
any door between a garage and the dwelling. When leaving, be sure to lock all keyed deadbolt locks.
8. Modifications. You agree that we have the right to modify parking assignments and regulations during the Lease term if you are provided at
least 14 days advance notice of the change and it is made applicable to all residents. If, in our sole judgment, damages to the parking area or
building are significant or performance of needed repairs will be impeded by your vehicle, we may terminate your right to the unit with 7 days'
notice. We will provide an alternative unit if one is available and will stop charging for it if one is not.
s. Insurance and loss/damage to your property. Any area covered by this addendum is accepted by you "as is." You will maintain liability
and comprehensive insurance coverage for any vehicle parked or stored as required by law. We will have no responsibility for loss or
damage to vehicles or other property parked or left in a garage or carport whether caused by accident, fire, theft, water, vandalism,
pests, mysterious disappearance, or otherwise. We are not responsible for pest control in such areas.
10. Compliance. We may periodically open and enter garages and carports to ensure compliance with this addendum. In that event, and if you
are not present, physical or electronic notice may be provided.
it. No lock changes, alterations, or improvements. Without our prior written consent, locks on doors of garages may not be rekeyed,
added, or changed, and improvements, alterations, or electrical extensions or changes to the interior or exterior of such areas are not allowed.
You may not place nails, screws, bolts, or hooks into walls, ceilings, floors, or doors. Any damage not caused by us or our representatives to
areas covered by this addendum will be paid for by you.
12. Move -out and remedies. Any items remaining in the garage or carport after you have surrendered, abandoned, or been evicted from the dwelling
will be removed or otherwise disposed of according to the lease, our Community Policies or Special Provisions. All remedies in the Lease apply
to areas covered by this addendum. Upon ending of the initial term, month -to -month period, or any renewal of the Lease, your failure to return
any garage door opener or other remote control device or access fob will result in a charge against you as listed in the Lease.
For the purposes of exercising rights and remedies under the Lease, including but not limited to executing a writ of possession, the parking and/
or garage space(s) assigned under this addendum shall be considered part of the leased premises as defined in the Lease.
13. Special provisions. Carport fee is $35 per month. If charges) in Box L reflect $0 00
resident has not opted -in or has possession to a carport If charge(s) in Box L
reflect any of the designated rates stated above resident has opted -in or has
possession to a carport.
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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR ALLOCATING STORMWATER/DRAINAGE COSTS
1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease Contract for Apt. No. in the
Apartments in
Texas. The terms of this addendum will control if the terms of the Lease and this addendum conflict.
2. Reason for allocation. Governmental entities impose stormwater/drainage fees to help pay for the cost of maintaining
the infrastructure needed to prevent flooding and lessen the impact of pollution on our water system. These fees can be
significant. Our property has chosen to allocate this fee so residents are more aware of the true costs associated with these
fees and so it is not necessary to raise rents to keep pace with these fee increases.
3. Your payment due date. Payment of your allocated stormwater/drainage bill is due 16 days after the date it is postmarked
or hand delivered to your apartment. You agree to mail or deliver payment to the place indicated on your bill so that payment
is received no later than the due date. You will pay a late charge of 5 percent of your stormwater/drainage bill if we do
not receive timely payment. If you are late in paying the stormwater/drainage bill, we may immediately exercise all lawful
remedies under your lease contract, including eviction —just like late payment of rent.
4. Allocation procedures. Your monthly base rent under the TAA Lease Contract does not include a charge for stormwater/
drainage costs. You will pay separately for these monthly recurring fixed charges which are defined under the Lease as
"Additional Rent". You may receive a separate bill from us each month or we may include these items as separate and distinct
charges as part of a multi -item bill. You agree to and we will allocate the monthly stormwater/drainage bill for the apartment
community based on the allocation method checked below. (check only one)
O A percentage reflecting your apartment unit's share of the total square footage in the apartment community, i.e. your unit's
square footage divided by the total square footage in all apartment units.
❑ A percentage reflecting your apartment unit's share of the total number of people living in the apartment community, i.e.
the number of people living in your apartment divided by the total number of people living in the entire apartment commu-
nity for the month. ("People' for this purpose are all residents and occupants listed in leases at the apartment community
as having a right to occupy the respective units).
A Half of your allocation will be based on your apartment's share of total square footage and half will be based on your share
of total people living in the apartment community, as described above.
J Per dwelling unit
J Other formula (see attached page)
5. Penalties and fees. Only the total stormwater/drainage bill will be allocated. Penalties or interest for any late payment of
the master stormwater/ drainage bill by us will be paid for by us and will not be allocated. A nominal administrative fee of
$ per month (not to exceed $3) will be added to your bill for processing, billing and/or collecting.
6. Change of allocation formula. The above allocation formula for determining your share of the stormwater/drainage bill
cannot be changed except as follows: (1) you receive notice of the new formula at least 35 days before it takes effect; and
(2) you agree to the change in a signed lease renewal or signed mutual agreement.
7. Right to examine records. You may examine our stormwater/drainage bills from the utility company, and our calculations
relating to the monthly allocation of the stormwater/drainage bills during regular weekday office hours. Please give us
reasonable advance notice to gather the data.
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LEASE ADDENDUM REGARDING SMOI{ING
I. Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease Contract for Apt. No. in the
Texas OR
the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address)
Apartments in
in
Texas.
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 permitted in designated areas of the apartment community. 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
® is not permitted.
Only the following outside areas may be used for smoking:
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
field is not completed, smoking is only permitted at least 25 feet from the buildings in the apartment community, including
administrative office 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.
S. Your responsibility for loss of rental income and economic damages regarding 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.
7. Lease Contract 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
9. Your responsibility for conduct of occupants, family members and guests. You are responsible for communicating
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 or the 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
incorrot or false answer, you agree that is a default under the !_ease. Provide your answer by checking one of the following
boxe .
Q/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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Signature of n or ner's Representative
Texas Apartment Association
LEASE ADDENDUM ADDRESSING CARRYING FIREARMS ONSITE
Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease Contract for Apt. No. in the
Apartments in
2. Texas law. Texas allows qualified people to carry a firearm in the state. However, we may restrict carrying firearms on
our property, with the exception of transporting firearms from a vehicle to an apartment. If we provide notice of our policy
restricting the carrying of firearms, and you do not comply, you will be in violation of the Lease and may be engaging in
criminal trespass.
3. Community firearm carry policy. Whether or not you hold a license under the Texas handgun licensing law, by signing
this addendum, you understand and agree as follows (the specific agreements are indicated by the options that are marked):
Xj Option 1: Pursuant to Section 30.06, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with a concealed handgun), a person
licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with
a concealed handgun. The only exception is that we allow persons to transport their firearms between their vehicles and
their apartments.
J Option 2: Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with an openly carried handgun), a person
licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with
a handgun that is carried openly. The only exception is that we allow persons to transport their firearms between their
vehicles and their apartments.
J Option 3: Pursuant to Section 30.06, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with a concealed handgun), a person
licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter J the leasing
office or J any common rooms/amenities of this property with a concealed handgun. (If neither is checked, concealed
handguns are prohibited in both).
® Option 4: Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with an openly carried handgun), a person
licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter J the leasing
office or J any common rooms/amenities of this property with a handgun that is carried openly. (If neither is checked,
openly carried handguns are prohibited in both).
J Option 5: Pursuant to Section 30.05, Penal Code (criminal trespass), a person may not enter this property with a firearm,
other than to transport their firearm(s) between their vehicle(s) and their apartment(s), as long as firearms are not in plain
view.
4. General acknowledgment and agreement. By signing this addendum, you acknowledge and agree that:
(a) you and your occupants and guests will adhere to any of our other policies concerning firearms as set forth in the Lease
or any community policies we issue;
(b) you have been provided the apartment community's policy or policies concerning firearms and will follow them;
(c) you will inform all of your occupants or guests what the apartment community's policy or policies concerning firearms are
and that they are subject to the same policy or policies as you;
(d) you understand that a violation of this addendum will be a violation of the Lease and could be considered criminal
trespass under Texas law; and
(e) you will promptly provide written notice to us of any violations of our firearm or other weapons policies that you observe.
S. Assumption of risk/waiver. By signing this addendum and taking possession of the apartment, you acknowledge and
agree that:
(a) we do not guarantee a gun -free environment at the apartment community and we cannot guarantee anyone's safety;
(b) no action or omission by us under this addendum may be considered a waiver of our rights, or of any subsequent violation,
default, or time or place of performance, even if we have actual knowledge of, or have been provided with written notice
of a violation:
(c) our efforts to restrict the carrying of handguns and/or firearms at the apartment community do not in any way enlarge,
restrict or otherwise change the standard of care that we would have to you or any other household in the apartment
community to render any areas in the apartment community any safer, more secure, or improved as compared to any
other rental property;
(d) we disclaim any express or implied warranties that any part of the apartment community will have any higher or improved
safety or security standards than any other rental property;
(e) we cannot and do not warrant or promise that any part of the apartment community is or will be free from handguns,
firearms, or other weapons; and
(f) our a ility to effectively moni "fir enforce this addendum depends in large part your and your occupants' and guests'
coo eration and complian
gi5n'ii(turej of All Reside)itk Signature of Wner or Owner's Representative
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CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES ADDENDUM
1.
Apartments in
Texas OR
the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address)
Texas.
2. Purpose of Addendum. By signing this Addendum, you acknowledge that existing, ongoing, or future construction on the property may
affect your use, view, and enjoyment of such property.
3. Acknowledgment of Construction on Property. You acknowledge that the property, including its common areas and apartments,
may currently or in the future, be under repair, renovation, improvement, or construction. We do not guarantee that the repair, renovation,
improvement, or construction will be completed on a set date or time and therefore, are not under any obligation to have said repair,
renovation, improvement, or construction completed by a set date or time. You also acknowledge that the repair, renovation, improvement,
or construction does not represent a breach of our obligations under the Lease Contract.
4. Use of Amenities and Services. Repair, renovation, improvement, or construction at the property may create conditions where your
use of the property's amenities and services may be limited or not available. You agree to observe and follow any signage regarding
construction placed on the property by us or our contractors. Various dangers that may be present include potentially harmful chemicals,
construction machinery, construction tools, nails, screws, falling debris, and other items that are typically found at construction sites. No
sign or form can contemplate or discuss every possible construction issue that could arise on a property, so you acknowledge and agree
that you will use your best judgment and common sense to avoid injuring yourself, your animals, or others as you enter or leave the
property.
S. Noise and Other Disturbances. Repair, renovation, improvement, or construction at or near the property may create noise or other
disturbances, and the property itself, or portions thereof, may be unfinished for some time with respect to landscaping, building exteriors,
interiors, amenities, walkways, lighting and the like. You acknowledge that these conditions may create inconveniences that may be
beyond our control. You agree that despite these inconveniences, your obligations set forth in the Lease, including payment of rent, will
still be in effect.
6. No Offset of Rent. To the extent allowed by state law or local ordinance, you agree that any inconvenience associated with the repair,
renovation, improvement, or construction, such as, but not limited to, those disclosed herein, will not be deemed to offset your rent
obligations.
T. Delay of Occupancy. You acknowledge that occupancy of the apartment may be delayed due to repair, renovation, improvement, or
construction of the property, including common areas and apartments. Such repair, renovation, improvement, or construction may cause
unforeseen delays due to scheduling conflicts, delay in permit issuance, acts of God, and other things beyond our control. The Lease
will remain in effect subject to: (1) the start date of the term of the lease contract shall be changed to the first day that we provide you the
apartment for occupancy, and rent shall be abated until occupancy is provided; and (2) your right to terminate as set forth in your Lease
under DELAY OF OCCUPANCY, and in accordance with applicable state law or local ordinance.
You knowingly and voluntarily accept the risks of delays and the apartment not being ready for occupancy on the date set forth in the
Lease. You agree that our failure to have the apartment ready on the set date in the Lease due to a repair, renovation, improvement,
or construction delay does not constitute a willful failure to deliver possession of the apartment or entitle you to any other form of credit,
discount or other compensation. We agree that rent will not commence under the Lease until possession is delivered to you.
8. Displacement. In the event Resident must be displaced from the apartment that is the subject of the Lease Contract due to repair,
renovation, improvement, or construction in or around the apartment, Owner, at Owner's sole option, shall transfer Resident to another
apartment within the apartment community that is not affected by the repair, renovation, improvement, or construction or shall provide
appropriate comparable accommodations for Resident. However, in the event of Resident's displacement and subsequent re -location, the
terms of the Lease Contract, including but not limited to the payment of rent, shall remain in full force and effect.
9. Severability. If any provision of this Lease Contract is invalid or unenforceable under applicable law, such provision shall be ineffective
to the extent of such invalidity or unenforceability only without invalidating or otherwise affecting the remainder of this Lease Contract. The
court shall interpret the lease contract and provisions herein in a manner such as to uphold the valid portions of this Lease Contract while
preserving the intent of the parties.
10. Release and Waiver of Claims. Neither we nor any of our agents, employees, management company, its agents, or its
employees shall be liable for any damage or injury to you, your invitees, your licensees, your occupants, or your guests that
results from any condition related to the construction that is occurring on the property. This release is of and from any and
all claims, controversies, disputes, actions, demands, causes of action, or liability of every kind and description, known or
unknown, at law or in equity, which you or they had in the past, now have, or may hereafter have in the future against us or our
management company or either of their agents or employees arising out of or in any way connected, directly or indirectly, with
the construction that is occurring on the property.
11. Special Provisions. The following special provisions control over conflicting provisions of this printed form
Texas Apartment Association
COMMUNITY POLICIES .ADDENDUM
1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease between you and us for Apt. No. in the
Apartments in
Texas OR
the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address)
in . Texas.
2. Payments. All payments for any amounts due under the Lease must be made:
Q at the onsite manager's office
® through our online portal
❑ by mail to or
Mother: Any Participating CashPay Location
The following payment methods are accepted
® electronic payment
❑ personal check
❑ cashier's check
❑ money order, or
® other: Cash Pay Card
We have the right to reject any payment not made in compliance with this paragraph.
Security Deposit Deductions and Other Charges. You'll be liable for the following charges, if applicable: unpaid rent; unpaid
utilities; unreimbursed service charges; repairs or damages caused by negligence, carelessness, accident, or abuse, including stickers,
scratches, tears, burns, stains, or unapproved holes; replacement cost of our property that was in or attached to the apartment and is
missing; replacing dead or missing alarm or detection -device batteries at any time; utilities for repairs or cleaning; trips to let in company
representatives to remove your telephone, Internet, television services, or rental items (if you so request or have moved out); trips to
open the apartment when you or any guest or occupant is missing a key; unretumed keys; missing or burned -out light bulbs; removing
or rekeying unauthorized security devices or alarm systems; packing, removing, or storing property removed or stored under the Lease;
removing illegally parked vehicles; special trips for trash removal caused by parked vehicles blocking dumpsters; false security -alarm
charges unless due to our negligence; animal -related charges outlined in the Lease; government fees or fines against us for violation (by
you, your occupants, or your guests) of local ordinances relating to alarms and detection devices, false alarms, recycling, or other matters;
late -payment and retumed-check charges; and other sums due under this Lease. You'll be liable to us for charges for replacing any keys
and access devices referenced in the Lease if you don't return them all on or before your actual move -out date; and accelerated rent
if you've violated the Lease. We may also deduct from your security deposit our reasonable costs incurred in rekeying security
devices required by law if you vacate the apartment in breach of this Lease.
Upon receipt of your move -out date and forwarding address in writing, the security deposit will be returned (less lawful deductions) with
an itemized accounting of any deductions, no later than 30 days after surrender or abandonment, unless laws provide otherwise. Any
refund may be by one payment jointly payable to all residents and distributed to any one resident we choose or distributed equally among
all residents.
4. Requests, Consent, Access and Emergency Contact. All written requests to us must be submitted by
M online portal
® email to tobias@resprop. com
❑ hand delivery to our management office, or
❑ other:
From time to time, we may call or text residents with certain promotional or marketing messages that may be of interest. By signing
this form and providing contact information, you are giving us your express written consent to contact you at the telephone number you
provided for marketing or promotional purposes, even if the phone number you provided is on a corporate, state or national Do Not Call
list. To oat out of receiving these messages please submit a written request to us by the method noted above
You agree to receive these messages from us through an automatic telephone dialing system prerecordedlartificial voice
messages. SMS or text messages, or any other data or voice transmission technology. Your agreement is not required as a
condition of the purchase of any propeft goods, or services from us.
Any resident, occupant, or spouse who, according to a remaining resident's affidavit, has permanently moved out or is under court order
not to enter the apartment, is (at our option) no longer entitled to occupancy or access devices, unless authorized by court order.
After-hours phone number
(Always call 911 for police, fire, possible criminal activity or medical emergencies.)
Parking. We may have any unauthorized or illegally parked vehicles towed or booted according to state law at the owner or operator's
expense at any time if the vehicle: (a) has a flat tire or is otherwise inoperable; (b) is on jacks, on blocks, or has a wheel missing;
(c) takes up more than one parking space; (d) belongs to a resident or occupant who has surrendered or abandoned the apartment;
(e) is in a handicapped space without the legally required handicapped insignia; (f) is in a space marked for office visitors, managers, or
staff; (g) blocks another vehicle from exiting; (h) is in a fire lane or designated "no parking" area; (i) is in a space that requires a permit or
is reserved for another resident or apartment; 0) is on the grass, sidewalk, or patio; (k) blocks a garbage truck from access to a dumpster;
(1) has no current license or registration, and we have given you at least 10 days' notice that the vehicle will be towed if not removed; or
(m) is not moved to allow parking lot maintenance.
6. HVAC Operation. If the exterior temperature drops below 32' F you must keep the heat on and set to a minimum of 50° F. You must
also open all closets, cabinets, and doors under sinks to assist in keeping plumbing fixtures and plumbing pipes from freezing, and you
must drip all the faucets in your apartment using both the hot and cold water. Leave the faucets dripping until the exterior temperature rises
above 32' F. You must leave your HVAC system on, even if you leave for multiple days, and have it set to auto at all times.
7. Amenities. Your permission for use of all common areas, amenities, and recreational facilities (collectively "Amenities") located at
the property is a license granted by us. This permission is expressly conditioned upon your compliance with the terms of the Lease, the
Community Policies, and any signage posted in or around any of the Amenities. We have the right to set the days and hours of use for all
Amenities and to change those or close any of the Amenities based upon our needs. We may make changes to the rules for the use of
the Amenities at any time.
Neither we nor any of our agents, employees, management company, its agents, or its employees shall be liable for any damage
or injury that results from the use of any Amenities by you, your invitees, your licensees, your occupants, or your guests. This
release applies to any and all current, past or future claims or liability of any kind related to your decision to use the Amenities.
8. Package Services. We J do or ® do not accept packages on behalf of residents.
If we DO accept packages, you give us permission to sign and accept any parcels or letters you receive through UPS, Federal Express
Airborne, United States Postal Service or other package delivery services. You agree that we are not liable or responsible for any lost
damaged or unordered deliveries and will hold us harmless.
9. Fair Housing Policy. We comply with applicable fair housing laws. In accordance with fair housing laws, we'll make reasonable
accommodations to our rules, policies, practices or services and allow reasonable modifications to give disabled persons access to and
use of the dwelling and common areas. We may require you to sign an addendum regarding the implementation of any accommodations
or modifications, as well as your restoration obligations, if any. This fair housing policy does not expand or limit any rights and obligations
under applicable law.
10. Special Provisions. The following special provisions control over conflicting provisions of this form
Walkways, porches or balconies must be kept clear and unobstructed. Only outdoor patio
type furniture in good condition and live plants will be permitted on porches and
balconies. Gas, charcoal, or wood burning barbecue pits are not allowed inside apartments
or to be stored anywhere in the community per City Fire Code. Please use the provided
community grilling areas. Please remember your neighbors and help us maintain a quiet
clean community environment. You, your occupants, or guests shall not make or allow any
disturbing noises. Quiet hours are from 10pm-6am, any complaints received during these
hours will result in a lease violation notice. If you, your guests or occupants receive
3 of these notices, you are subject to be evicted.
Texas Apartment Association
CRIME FREE LEASE ADDENDUM
In consideration of the execution or renewal of a lease of the dwelling unit identified in the lease. Owner and Resident
agree as follows:
1. Resident, any members of the resident's household or a guest or other person under the Resident's control shall not
engage in criminal activity "means the illegal manufacture, sale, distribution, use or possession with intent to
manufacture, sell, distribute or use of a controlled substance.
2. Resident, any member of the resident's household or guest or other person under the resident's control shall not
engage in any act intended to facilitate criminal activity. including drug related criminal activity, on or near the said
premises.
3. Resident or members of the household will not permit the dwelling unit to be used for or to facilitate criminal activity
including drug -related criminal activity, regardless, whether the individual engaging in such activity is a member of
the household or a guest.
4. Resident, any member of the resident's household or a guest or another person under the resident's control shall not
engage in the unlawful manufacturing sellin sg toring keeping or giving of a controlled substance as defined in
H.S.C. 481.002, at any locations whether on or near the dwelling unit premises or otherwise.
5. Resident, any member of the resident's household or guest or another person under the resident's control shall not
engage in any illegal activity. including prostitution as defined in Section 43 of the Texas Penal Code, gang activity as
defined 21.015 and section 71 of the Texas Penal Code, threatens, intimidates or assaults as defined in Chapter 22 of
the Texas Penal Code including but not limited to the unlawful discharge of firearms, on or near the dwelling unit
premises or any breach of the lease agreement that otherwise jeopardizes the health, safety and welfare of the
landlord, his agent or other tenant or involving imminent or actual serious prope , damage
6. VIOLATION OF THE ABOVE PROVISIONS SHALL BE A MATERIAL AND IRREPARABLE VIOLATION
OF THE LEASE AND GOOD CAUSE FOR IMMEDIATE TERMINATION OF TENANCY. A single violation
of any of the provisions of this added addendum shall be deemed a serious violation and a material and irreparable
non-compliance. It is understood that a is n& violation shall be good cause for immediate termination of the lease.
Unless otherwise provided by law, proof of violation shall not require a criminal conviction, but shall be by a
preponderance of the evidence.
7. In case of a conflict between the provisions of this addendum and any other provisions of this lease, the provisions of
the addendum shall govern.
8. The LE4E ADDENDUM is i9korporated into the lease executed or renewed this day between Owner and Resident.
Resident Siyn*re `
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U, S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD)
HUD' mission is to create strong, sustainable. inclusive
communicts
and quality affordable homes for all. Office of
Lend Hatardcontrol and Healthy Homes for further information
regardlnq the Lead Safe Housing Rule, which protects families in
pre-'978 assisted housing, and for the lead hazard control and
research grunt programs.
HUD
ass Seventh S—e[. SW, Boom 8236
Washington, DC 1 0.30M
(202)402-7698
IMPORTANT!
Lead From Paint. Dust, and Soil in and
Around Your Home Can Be Dangerous if
Not Managed Properly
Children under 6 years old are most at nsk for lead
pdsoning In your home
Lead etpIs. can harm young children and babies even
before they are born
Homes. schools, and child care facilities built belore 1978
are likely to ... L4 lead -based pamt.
Even children svho seem healthy may have dangerous
levels of lead m then bodies.
Disturbing surfaces with lead -based pant a removing
lead -based pantunpn edy canincrease he danger to
yow family.
People can get lead Into thin, bodies by breathing or
swallowing lead dust or by eaung soil or pant chips
conumng lead.
People have many options far reducing lead hatards.
Geneully, Lead based paint that a In good condnion 6 not
a hazard (see page 101,
■ Texas Department of State Health Services-512/458-7111 ■ HUD Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control-202/755-1785
■ EPA Region 6 Office (includes Texas)-214/665-2704 ■ CPSC-800/638-2772 IN National Lead Information Center-800/424-5323
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 from paint, paint chips, and dust can pose 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 "pamphlet"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 Section 35.82, the lead -based paint and lead -based
paint hazard regulations do not apply, and it is not necessary to provide this addendum, or 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 (check onlyone 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)
0 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 presence of some lead -based paint and/or lead -based paint hazards in the
housing, and has provided the lessees (residents) with all such records 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 of the 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 agent's responsibility to ensure that lessor complies with such disclosure laws. Such compliance may be through
lessor himself or herself, or through lessor's employees, officers or agents. Lessor's obligations include those in 24 CFR Sections 35.88 and 35.92 and 40
CFR Sections 745.107 and 745,113. Agent's obligations include those in 24 CFR Section 35.94 and 40 CFR Section 745.115.
Accuracy Certifications and Resident's Acknowledgment. Lessor and any agent named below certify that to the best of their knowledge the above
information and statements made or provided by them, respectively, are true and accurate. The person who signs for the LESSOR may be: (1) the owner
himself or herself; (2) an employee, officer or partner of the owner; or (3) a representative of the owners management company, real estate agent or
locator service if such person is authorized to sign for the lessor. The person who signs for the AGENT may be: (1) the agent himself or herself; or (2) an
employee, officer or partner of the agent if such person is authorized to sign for the agentThe lessees (residents) signing below acknowledge that they
have received a copy of this TAA lease addendum before becoming obligated under the lease and have been informed that it contains the disclosure
form and pamphlet information required by federal law regarding lead poisoning prevention.
Tobias Place, LP, 3552 Costa
reet address of dwelling
Fort Wolicth, TX 761
tate/
signed
Lessee (Resident) Date signed Lessee (Resident) Date signed
Lessee (Resident) Date signed Lessee (Resident) Date signed
Lessee (Resident) Date signed Lessee (Resident) Date signed
Tobias Place, LP Tobias Place
Printed name of LESSOR (owner) of the dwelling Printed name of LESS90 or a AVinved
ssor, i.e., management company,
real estate agent or cator vi in leasing the dwelling
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Signature of person signing on behalf of above LESSOR Date signed SignatureofpersonsigningonbehalfofaboveLESSORor ENLifany Datesigned
You are entitled to receive a copy of this Addendum after it is fully signed. Keep it in a sale place.
TAA Official Statewide Form 21-AA/BB/CC
PAGE 5 of 5 Copyright October, 2021,Texas Apartment Association, Inc.
FLOOD DISCLOSURE NOTICE
In accordance with Texas law, we are providing the following flood disclosure:
• We O are or ® are not aware that the unit you are renting is located in a 100-year floodplain. If
neither box is checked, you should assume the unit is in a 100-year floodplain. Even if the unit is not
in a 100-year floodplain, the unit may still be susceptible to flooding. The Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) maintains a flood map on its Internet website that is searchable by
address, at no cost, to determine if a unit is located in a flood hazard area. Most renter's insurance
policies do not cover damages or loss incurred in a flood. You should seek insurance coverage that
would cover losses caused by a flood.
• We O are or ® are not aware that the unit you are renting has flooded (per the statutory definition
below) at least once within the last five years.
As defined in Texas Property Code 92.0135(a)(2), 'flooding" means "a general or temporary
condition of a partial or complete inundation of a dwelling caused by: (A) the overflow of inland or
tidal waters; (B) the unusual and rapid accumulation of runoff or surface waters from any established
water source such as a river, stream, or drainage ditch; or (C) excessive rainfall. "
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TEXAS APARTMENT ASSOCIATION
Bed Bug Addendum
Please note: We want to maintain o high -quality living environment for you. It's important to work together to
minimize the potential for bed bugs in your dwelling and others. This Addendum outlines your responsibility
and potential liability when it comes to bed bugs.
1. Addendum. This is an addendum between the Residents and
Owner as described in the Lease for the dwelling described below:
(name ofoportments)
or other dwelling located at
(street address ofhouse, duplex, etc.)
(city)
(state) (zip).
2. Purpose. This addendum modifies the Lease Contract to address
any infestation of bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) that might befound
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 SIGNING THIS ADDENDUM. YOU REPRESENT THAT:
YOU HAVE INSPECTED THE DWELLING BEFORE MOVING
IN OR SIGNING THIS ADDENDUM, AND YOU DID NOT
FIND ANY EVIDENCE OF BED BUGS OR BED -BUG INFES-
TATIONS, OR
YOU WILL INSPECT THE DWELLING WITHIN 48 HOURS
AFTER MOVING IN OR SIGNING THIS ADDENDUM AND
WILL NOTIFY US OF ANY BED BUGS OR BED -BUG INFES-
TATION.
Access for Inspection and Pest Treatment. You must allow us
and our pest -control agents access to the dwelling at reasonable
times to inspect for or treat bed bugs. 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.
S. 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
if you discover any condition or evidence that might indicate
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. If we confirm the presence or infestation of bedbugs,
you must 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 of occupancy
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 after you 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 neighboring 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 under the Lease.
B. Transfers. If we allow you to transfer to another dwelling in the com-
munity because 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.
This Addendum is part of your Lease.
You are legally bound by this document. Please read it cCer'sR
Resident orResiden llsignbelow) Owner wresentative(signbelow)
(Name of Re de t Date signed
Date signed
(Name of Resident) V Date signed
(Name of Resident) J Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
You are entitled to receive a copy of this Addendum after it is fully signed. Keep it in a safe place.
TAA Official Statewide Form 23-11, Revised October, 2023
Copyright 2023, Texas Apartment Association, Inc.
XAA
0 Federally Required Lead Hazard
TEXAS APARTMENT ASSOCIATION Information and Disclosure Addendum
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RESIDENTS: The following information is taken from a brochure entitled "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home" prepared
by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
While the information must be distributed to residents before they become obligated under the lease for most types of housing built before 1978,
it does not mean that the dwelling contains lead -based paint (LBP). The brochure was written in general terms and applies to both home purchasers
and renters. The information outlines action that can betaken to test for, remove or abate LBP in a dwelling. The TAA Lease Contract ("Lease") specifically
prohibits a resident from performing this type of work —only the dwelling owner may do sounder the Lease. If you have any questions about the presence
of LBP in your dwelling, please contact the owner or management company before taking any action to test, abate or remove LBP. NOTE: Page references
in the content of this form are to pages in the EPA brochure.
Are You Planning to Buy or Rent a Home Built
Protect
Before 1978?
Did you know that many homes built before 1978 have lead -based
Your
paint? Lead from paint, chips, and dust can pose serious health
hazards.
FamilyRead
this entire brochure to learn:
• How lead gets into the body
From
How lead affects health
• What you can do to protect your family
• Whereto go for more information
Leadin
Before renting or buying a pre-1978 home or apartment, federal
law requires:
YourSellers
must disclose known information on lead -based paint or lead -
based paint hazards before selling a house.
• Real estate sales contracts must include a specific warning statement
Homeabout
lead -based paint. Buyers have up to 10 days to check for lead.
• Landlords must disclose known information on lead -based paint
or lead -based paint hazards before leases take effect. Leases must
include a specific warning statement about lead -based paint.
A_ United States
If undertaking renovations, repairs, or painting (RRP) projects in
EPA Environmental
your pre-1978 home or apartment:
Protection Agency
• Read EPAN pamphlet, The Lead -Safe Certified Guide to Renovate Right,
learn about the lead -safe work practices that contractors are
United States
required to follow when working in your home (see page 12).
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Consumer Product
Safety Commission
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Department of Housing
Urban Development
Simple Steps to Protect Your Family
from Lead Hazards
If you think your home has lead -based paint:
• Don't try to remove lead -based paint yourself.
• Always keep painted surfaces In good condition to minimize
deterioration.
• Get your home checked for lead hazards. Find a certified
inspector or risk assessor at epa.gov/lead.
• Talk to your landlord about fixing surfaces with peeling or
chipping paint.
• Regularly clean floors, window sills, and other surfaces.
• Take precautions to avoid exposure to lead dust when
remodeling.
• When renovating, repairing, or painting, hire only EPA- or state -
approved Lead -Safe certified renovation firms.
• Before buying, renting, or renovating your home, have it
checked for lead -based paint.
• Consult your health care provider about testing your children
for lead. Your pediatrician can check for lead with a simple
blood test.
• Wash children's hands, bottles, pacifiers, and toys often.
• Make sure children eat healthy, low -fat foods high in iron,
calcium, and vitamin C.
• Remove shoes or wipe soil off shoes before entering your
house.
Lead Gets into the Body in Many Ways
Adults and children can get lead into their bodies if they:
• Breathe in lead dust (especially during activities such as renovations,
repairs, or painting that disturb painted surfaces).
• Swallow lead dust that has settled on food, food preparation surfaces,
and other places.
Eat paint chips or soil that contains lead.
Lead is especially dangerous to children under the age of 6.
• At this age, children's brains
and nervous systems are
more sensitive to the
damaging effects of lead.
Children's growing bodies
absorb more lead.
Babies and young children
often put their hands
and other objects in their
mouths. These objects can
have lead dust on them.
Women of childbearing age should know that lead is dangerous to
a developing fetus.
• Women with a high lead level in their system before or during
pregnancy risk exposing the fetus to lead through the placenta
during fetal development.
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Health Effects of Lead
Check Your Family for Lead
Lead affects the body in many ways. It is important to know that
even exposure to low levels of lead can severely harm children.
In children, exposure to lead can cause:
• Nervous system and kidney damage l Z—\
Learning disabilities, attention -deficit
disorder, and decreased intelligence x, a
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Speech, language, and behavior
problems
Poor muscle coordination
Decreased muscle and bone growth
Hearing damage
While low -lead exposure is most common, n.p,m., „•
exposure to high amounts of lead can have i an"
devastating effects on children, including
seizures, unconsciousness, and in some cases, death.
Although children are especially susceptible to lead exposure, lead can
be dangerous for adults, too.
In adults, exposure to lead can cause:
Harm to a developing fetus
Increased chance of high blood pressure during pregnancy
Fertility problems (in men and women)
High blood pressure
Digestive problems
Nerve disorders
Memory and concentration problems 3
Muscle and joint pain
Where Lead -Based Paint Is Found
In general, the older your home or childcare facility, the more likely it
has lead -based paint'
Many homes, including private, federally -assisted, federally -
owned housing, and childcare facilities built before 1978 have
lead -based paint. In 1978, the federal government banned consumer
uses of lead -containing paint'
Learn how to determine if paint is lead -based paint on page 7.
Lead can be found:
In homes and childcare facilities in the city, country, or suburbs,
In private and public single-family homes and apartments,
• On surfaces inside and outside of the house, and
• In soil around a home. (Soil can pick up lead from exterior paint or
other sources, such as past use of leaded gas in cars.)
Learn more about where lead is found at epa.gov/lead.
'Lead -based painV is currently defined by the federal government as paint with
Ind levels greater than or equal to 1.0 milligram per square centimeter (mg/cm%or
more than 0.5% by weight.
' 'Lead -containing paint"Is currently defined by the federal government as lead in new
dried paint in excess of 90 parts per million (ppm) by weight.
Get your children and home tested if you think your home has
lead.
Children's blood lead levels tend to increase rapidly from 6 to 12
months of age, and tend to peak at 18 to 24 months of age.
Consult your doctor for advice on testing your children. A simple blood
test can detect lead. Blood lead tests are usually recommended for:
Children at ages 1 and 2
Children or other family members who have been exposed to high
levels of lead
Children who should be tested under your state or local health
screening plan
Your doctor can explain what the test results mean and if more
testing will be needed.
Identifying Lead -Based Paint
and Lead -Based Paint Hazards
Deteriorated lead -based paint (peeling, chipping, chalking,
cracking, or damaged paint) is a hazard and needs immediate
attention. Lead -based paint may also be a hazard when found on
surfaces that children can chew or that get a lot of wear and tear,
such as:
On windows and window sills
Doors and door frames
Stairs, railings, banisters, and porches
Lead -based paint is usually not a hazard if it is in good condition
and if it is not on an impact or friction surface like a window.
Lead dust can form when lead -based paint is scraped, sanded, or
heated. Lead dust also forms when painted surfaces containing
lead bump or rub together. Lead paint chips and dust can get on
surfaces and objects that people touch. Settled lead dust can reenter
the air when the home is vacuumed or swept, or when people walk
through it. EPA currently defines the following levels of lead in dust as
hazardous:
• 10 micrograms per square foot (µg/ft') and higher for floors,
including carpeted Floors
• 100 µg/ft' and higher for interior window sills
Lead in soil can be a hazard when children play in bare soil or when
people bring soil into the house on their shoes. EPA currently defines
the following levels of lead in soil as hazardous:
• 400 parts per million (ppm) and higher in play areas of bare soil
• 1,200 ppm (average) and higher in bare soil in the remainder
of the yard
Remember, lead from paint chips —which you can see —and lead
dust —which you may not be able to see —both can be hazards.
The only way to find out if paint, dust, or soil lead hazards exist is to
test for them. The next page describes how to do this.
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Checking Your Home for Lead
Checking Your Home for Lead, continued
You can get your home tested for lead in several different ways
A lead -based paint inspection tells you if your home has lead -
based paint and where it is located. It won't tell you whether your
home currently has lead hazards. A trained and certified testing
professional, called a lead -based paint
inspector, will conduct a paint inspection
using methods, such as: i?
Portable x-ray fluorescence (XRF) machine 51�
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• Lab tests of paint samples
A risk assessment tells you if your home
currently has any lead hazards from lead
in paint, dust, or soil. It also tells you what
actions to take to address any hazards. A
trained and certified testing professional,
called a risk assessor, will:
Sample paint that is deteriorated on doors, windows, floors, stairs,
and walls
Sample dust near painted surfaces and sample bare soil in the
yard
• Get lab tests of paint, dust, and soil samples
A combination inspection and risk assessment tells you if your home
has any lead -based paint and if your home has any lead hazards, and
where both are located.
Be sure to read the report provided to you after your inspection or risk
assessment is completed, and ask questions about anything you do not
understand.
What You Can Do Now to Protect Your Family
If you suspect that your house has lead -based paint hazards, you
can take some immediate steps to reduce your family's risk:
• If you rent, notify your landlord of peeling or chipping paint.
Keep painted surfaces clean and free of dust. Clean floors, window
frames, window sills, and other surfaces weekly. Use a mop or sponge
with warm water and a general all-purpose cleaner. (Remember:
never mix ammonia and bleach products together because they can
form a dangerous gas.)
Carefully clean up paint chips immediately without creating dust.
Thoroughly rinse sponges and mop heads often during cleaning of
dirty or dusty areas, and again afterward.
Wash your hands and your children's hands often, especially before
they eat and before nap time and bed time.
Keep play areas clean. Wash bottles, pacifiers, toys, and stuffed
animals regularly.
Keep children from chewing window sills or other painted surfaces, or
eating soil.
• When renovating, repairing, or painting, hire only EPA- or state -
approved Lead -Safe Certified renovation firms (see page 12).
• Clean or remove shoes before entering your home to avoid tracking
in lead from soil.
Make sure children eat nutritious, low -fat meals high in iron, and
calcium, such as spinach and dairy products. Children with good diets
absorb less lead.
In preparing for renovation, repair, or painting work in a pre-1978
home, Lead -Safe Certified renovators (see page 12) may:
• Take paint chip samples to determine if lead -based paint is
present in the area planned for renovation and send them to an
EPA -recognized lead lab for analysis. In housing receiving federal
assistance, the person collecting these samples must be a certified
lead -based paint inspector or risk assessor
• Use EPA -recognized tests kits to determine if lead -based paint is
absent (but not in housing receiving federal assistance)
• Presume that lead -based paint is present and use lead -safe work
practices
There are state and federal programs in place to ensure that testing is
done safely, reliably, and effectively. Contact your state or local agency
for more information, visit epa.gov/lead, or call 1-800-424-LEAD
(5323) for a list of contacts in your area?
' Hearing -or speech -challenged individuals may access this number through TTY by
calling the Federal Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339.
Reducing Lead Hazards
Disturbing lead -based paint or t I
removing lead improperly can
increase the hazard to your family by
spreading even more lead dust around ��
the house.
• In addition to day-to-day cleaning
and good nutrition, you can
temporarily reduce lead -based paint
hazards bytaking actions, such as ` r
repairing damaged painted surfaces I
and planting grass to cover lead -
contaminated soil. These actions are
not permanent solutions and will need
ongoing attention.
• You can minimize exposure to lead
when renovating, repairing, or painting by hiring an EPA- or state
certified renovator who is trained in the use of lead -safe work
practices. If you are a do-it-yourselfer, learn how to use lead -safe
work practices in your home.
• To remove lead hazards permanently, you should hire a certified lead
abatement contractor. Abatement (or permanent hazard elimination)
methods include removing, sealing, or enclosing lead -based paint
with special materials. Just painting over the hazard with regular
paint is not permanent control.
Always use a certified contractor who is trained to address lead
hazards safely.
• Hire a Lead -Safe Certified firm (see page 12) to perform renovation,
repair, or painting (RRP) projects that disturb painted surfaces.
• To correct lead hazards permanently, hire a certified lead abatement
contractor.This will ensure your contractor knows how to work safely
and has the proper equipment to clean up thoroughly.
Certified contractors will employ qualified workers and follow strict
safety rules as set by their state or by the federal government.
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Reducing Lead Hazards, continued
If your home has had lead abatement work done or if the housing is
receiving federal assistance, once the work is completed, dust cleanup
activities must be conducted until clearance testing indicates that lead
dust levels are below the following levels:
• 10 micrograms per square foot (µg/ft') for floors, including carpeted
floors
100 µg/ft' for interior windows sills
400 µg/ft' for window troughs
Abatements are designed to permanently eliminate lead -based
paint hazards. However, lead dust can be reintroduced into an
abated area.
Use a HEPA vacuum on all furniture and other items returned to the
area, to reduce the potential for reintroducing lead dust.
Regularly clean floors, window sills, troughs, and other hard surfaces
with a damp cloth or sponge and a general all-purpose cleaner.
Please see page 9 for more information on steps you can take to
protect your home after the abatement. For help in locating certified
lead abatement professionals in your area, call your state or local
agency (see pages 15 and 16), epa.gov/lead, or call 1-800-424-LEAD.
Other Sources of Lead
Lead in Drinking Water
The most common sources of lead in drinking water are lead pipes,
faucets, and fixtures.
Lead pipes are more likely to be found in older cities and homes built
before 1986.
You can't smell or taste lead in drinking water.
To find out for certain if you have lead in drinking water, have your
water tested.
Remember older homes with a private well can also have plumbing
materials that contain lead.
Important Steps You Can Take to Reduce Lead in Drinking Water
Use only cold water for drinking, cooking and making baby formula.
Remember, boiling water does not remove lead from water.
Before drinking, flush your home's pipes by running the tap, taking a
shower, doing laundry, or doing a load of dishes.
Regularly clean your faucet's screen (also known as an aerator).
If you use a filter certified to remove lead, don't forget to read the
directions to learn when to change the cartridge. Using a filter after it
has expired can make it less effective at removing lead.
Contact your water company to determine if the pipe that connects
your home to the water main (called a service line) is made from lead.
Your area's water company can also provide information about the lead
levels in your system's drinking water.
For more information about lead in drinking water, please contact
EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. If you have other
questions about lead poisoning prevention, call 1-800424-LEAD.•
Call your local health department or water company to find out about
testing your water, or visit epa.gov/safewater for EPA's lead in drinking
water information. Some states or utilities offer programs to pay for
water testing for residents. Contact your state or local water company
to learn more.
Hearing- or speech -challenged individuals may access this number through TTY
by calling the Federal Relay Service at 1.800-877-8339.
Renovating, Repairing or Painting a Home
with Lead -Based Paint
If you hire a contractor to conduct renovation, repair, or painting
(RRP) projects in your pre-1978 home or childcare facility (such as
pre-school and kindergarten), your contractor must:
• Be a Lead -Safe Certified firm approved by EPA or an
EPA -authorized state program J ;,1 :
r
• Use qualified trained individuals (Lead -Safe
Certified renovators) who follow specific lead -safe
work practices to prevent lead contamination
• Provide a copy of EPA's lead hazard information
document, The Lead -Safe Certified Guide to
Renovate Right
RRP contractors working in pre-1978 homes and childcare facilities
must follow lead -safe work practices that:
• Contain the work area. The area must be contained so that dust and
debris do not escape from the work area. Warning signs must be put
up, and plastic or other impermeable material and tape must be used.
• Avoid renovation methods that generate large amounts of
lead -contaminated dust. Some methods generate so much lead -
contaminated dust that their use is prohibited. They are:
Open -flame burning or torching
- Sanding, grinding, planing, needle gunning, or blasting with
powertools and equipment not equipped with a shroud and
HEPA vacuum attachment
• Using a heat gun at temperatures greater than 11007
Clean up thoroughly. The work area should be cleaned up daily.
When all the work is done, the area must be cleaned up using special
cleaning methods.
Dispose of waste properly. Collect and seal waste in a heavy duty
bag or sheeting. When transported, ensure that waste is contained to
prevent release of dust and debris.
To learn more about EPA's requirements for RRP projects, visit
epa.gov/getleadsafe, or read The Lead -Safe Certified Guide to
Renovate Right.
Other Sources of Lead, continued
Lead smelters or other industries that release lead into the air
Your job. If you work with lead, you could bring it home on your body
or clothes. Shower and change clothes before coming home. Launder
your work clothes separately from the rest of your family's clothes.
Hobbies that use lead, such as making pottery or stained glass,
or refinishing furniture. Call your local health department for
information about hobbies that may use lead.
Old toys and furniture may have been painted with lead -containing
paint. Older toys and other children's products may have parts that
contain lead.'
Food and liquids cooked or stored in lead crystal or lead -glazed
pottery or porcelain may contain lead.
Folk remedies, such as "greta" and "azarcon" used to treat an upset
stomach.
In 1978, the federal gmemment banned toys, other children's products, and furniture
with lead -containing paint. In 2008, the federal government banned lead in most
chlldrens products. The federal government currently bans lead in excess of 100 ppm
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Water allocation and submetering is regulated by the Texas Public Utility Commission (PUC). In
accordance with PUC rules, a copy of the applicable rules is provided to you below:
SUBCHAPTER 1: WATER UTILITY SUBMETERING AND ALLOCATION
§ 24.275. General Rules and Definitions
(a) Purpose and scope. The provisions of this subchapter are intended to
establish a comprehensive regulatory system to assure that the practices
involving submetered and allocated billing of dwelling units and multiple use
facilities for water and sewer utility service are just and reasonable and
include appropriate safeguards for tenants-
(b) Application. The provisions of this subchapter apply to apartment houses,
condominiums. multiple use facilities, and manufactured home rental
communities billing for water and wastewater utility service on a submetered
or allocated basis. The provisions of this subchapter do not limit the authority
of an owner, operator, or manager of an apartment house, manufactured
home rental community, or multiple use facility to charge, bill for, or collect
rent, an assessment, an administrative fee, a fee relating to upkeep or
management of chilled water, boiler, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, or
other building system, or any other amount that is unrelated to water and
sewer utility service costs.
(c) Definitions. The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter,
have the defined meanings. unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.
(1) Allocated utility service —Water or wastewater utility service that is
master metered to an owner by a retail public utility and allocated to tenants
by the owner.
(2) Apartment house —A building or buildings containing five or more
dwelling units that are occupied primarily for nontransient use, including a
residential condominium whether rented or owner occupied, and if a
dwelling unit is rented having rent paid at intervals of one month or more.
(3) Condominium manager --A condominium unit owners' association
organized under Texas Property Code §82.101, or an incorporated or
unincorporated entity comprising the council of owners under Chapter 81,
Property Code. Condominium Manager and Manager of a Condominium
have the same meaning.
(4) Customer service charge —A customer service charge is a rate that is
not dependent on the amount of water used through the master meter.
(5) Dwelling unit —One or more rooms in an apartment house or
condominium, suitable for occupancy as a residence, and containing
kitchen and bathroom facilities; a unit in a multiple use facility; or a
manufactured home in a manufactured home rental community.
(6) Dwelling unit base charge --A Bat rate or fee charged by a retail public
utility for each dwelling unit recorded by the retail public utility.
(7) Manufactured home rental community —A property on which spaces are
rented for the occupancy of manufactured homes for nontransient
residential use and for which rental is paid at Intervals of one month or
longer.
(8) Master meter —A meter used to measure, for billing purposes, all water
usage of an apartment house, condominium, multiple use facility, or
manufactured home rental community, including common areas, common
facilities, and dwelling units.
(9) Multiple use facility --A commercial or industrial park, office complex, or
marina with five or more units that are occupied primarily for nontransient
use and are rented at intervals of one month or longer.
(10) Occupant —A tenant or other person authorized under a written
agreement to occupy a dwelling.
(11) Overcharge —The amount, if any, a tenant is charged for submetered
or nonsubmetered master metered utility service to the tenant's dwelling
unit after a violation occurred relating to the assessment of a portion of
utility costs in excess of the amount the tenant would have been charged
under this subchapter. Overcharge and Overbilling have the some
meaning.
(12) Owner --The legal titleholder of an apartment house, a manufactured
home rental community, or a multiple use facility; and any individual, fine,
or corporation expressly identified in the lease agreement as the landlord
of tenants in the apartment house, manufactured home rental community,
or multiple use facility. The term does not include the manager of an
apartment home unless the manager is expressly identified as the landlord
in the lease agreement.
(13) Point -of -use submeter--A device located in a plumbing system to
measure the amount of water used at a specific point of use, fixture, or
appliance, including a sink, toilet, bathtub, or clothes washer.
(14) Submetered utility service —Water utility service that is master metered
for the owner by the retail public utility and individually metered by the
owner at each dwelling unit; wastewater utility service based on
submetered water utility service; water utility service measured by point -of -
use submeters when all of the water used in a dwelling unit is measured
and totaled; or wastewater utility service based on total water use as
measured by point -of -use submeters.
(15) Tenant --A person who owns or is entitled to occupy a dwelling unit or
multiple use facility unit to the exclusion of others and, if rent is paid, who
is obligated to pay for the occupancy under a written or oral rental
agreement.
(16) Undercharge —The amount, if any, a tenant is charged for submetered
or nonsubmetered master metered utility service to the tenant's dwelling
unit less than the amount the tenant would have been charged under this
subchapter. Undercharge and Underbilling have the same meaning.
(17) Utility costs --Any amount charged to the owner by a retail public utility
forwater orwastewater service. Utility Costs and Utility Service Costs have
the same meaning.
(18) Utility service —Far purposes of this subchapter, utility service includes
only drinking water and wastewater.
§ 24.277. Owner Registration and Records
(a) Registration. An owner who Intends to bill tenants for submetered or
allocated utility service or who changes the method used to bill tenants for
utility service shall register with the commission in a form prescribed by the
commission.
(b) Water quantity measurement. Except as provided by subsections (c) and
(d) of this section, a manager of a condominium or the owner of an apartment
house, manufactured home rental community, or multiple use facility, on
which construction began after January 1, 2003, shall provide for the
measurement of the quantity of water, if any, consumed by the occupants of
each unit through the installation of:
(1) submeters, owned by the property owner or manager, for each dwelling
unit or rental unit; or
(2) individual meters, owned by the retail public utility, for each dwelling
unit or rental unit.
(c) Plumbing system requirement. An owner of an apartment house on which
construction began after January 1, 2003, and that provides government
assisted or subsidized rental housing to low or very low income residents shall
install a plumbing system in the apartment house that is compatible with the
Installation of submeters for the measurement of the quantity of water, if any,
consumed by the occupants of each unit.
(d) Installation of individual meters. On the request by the property owner or
manager, a retail public utility shall install individual meters owned by the
utility in an apartment house, manufactured home rental community, multiple
use facility, or condominium on which construction began after January 1,
2003. unless the retail public utility determines that installation of meters is
not feasible. If the retail public utility determines that Installation of meters is
not feasible, the property owner or manager shall install a plumbing system
that is compatible with the installation of submeters or individual meters. A
retail public utility may charge reasonable costs to install individual meters.
(a) Records. The owner shall make the following records available for
inspection by the tenant or the commission or commission staff at the on -site
managers office during normal business hours in accordance with subsection
(g) of this section. The owner may require that the request by the tenant be
in writing and include:
(1) a current and complete copy of TWC, Chapter 13, Subchapter M;
(2) a current and complete copy of this subchapter,
(3) a current copy of the retail public utility's rate structure applicable to the
owner's bill;
(4) information or tips on how tenants can reduce water usage;
(5) the bills from the retail public utility to the owner;
(6) for allocated billing:
(A) the formula, occupancy factors, if any, and percentages used to
calculate tenant bills;
(B) the total number of occupants or equivalent occupants if an
equivalency factor is used under §24.281(e)(2) of this title (relating to
Charges and Calculations); and
(C) the square footage of the tenant's dwelling unit or rental space and
the total square footage of the apartment house, manufactured home
rental community, or multiple use facility used for billing if dwelling unit
size or rental space is used;
(7) for submetered billing:
(A) the calculation of the average cost per gallon, liter, or cubic foot;
(B) If the unit of measure of the submeters or point -cif -use submeters
differs from the unit of measure of the master meter, a chart for
converting the tenant's submeter measurement to that used by the retail
public utility;
(C) all submeter readings; and
(D) all submeter test results;
(8) the total amount billed to all tenants each month;
(9) total revenues collected from the tenants each month to pay for water
and wastewater service; and
(10) any other information necessary for a tenant to calculate and verify a
water and wastewater bill.
(� Records retention. Each of the records required under subsection (e) of
this section shall be maintained for the current year and the previous calendar
year, except that all submeter test results shall be maintained until the
submeter is permanently removed from service.
(g) Availability of records.
(1) If the records required under subsection (e) of this section are
maintained at the on -site managers office, the owner shall make the
records available for inspection at the on -site managers office within three
days after receiving a written request.
(2) If the records required under subsection (e) of this section are not
routinely maintained at the on -site managers office, the owner shall
provide copies of the records to the on -site manager within 15 days of
receiving a written request from a tenant or the commission or commission
staff.
(3) If there is no on -site manager, the owner shall make copies of the
records available at the tenant's dwelling unit at a time agreed upon by the
tenant within 30 days of the owner receiving a written request from the
tenant.
(4) Copies of the records may be provided by mail if postmarked by
midnight of the last day specified in paragraph (1). (2), or (3) of this
subsection.
§ 24.279. Rental Agreement
(a) Rental agreement content. The rental agreement between the owner and
tenant shall clearly state in writing:
(1) the tenant will be billed by the owner for submetered or allocated utility
services, whichever is applicable;
(2) which utility services will be included in the bill issued by the owner;
(3) any disputes relating to the computation of the tenant's bill or the
accuracy of any submetering device will be between the tenant and the
owner;
(4) the average monthly bill for all dwelling units in the previous calendar
year and the highest and lowest month's bills for that period;
(5) if not submetered, a clear description of the formula used to allocate
utility services:
(6) information regarding billing such as meter reading dates, billing dates,
and due dates;
(7) the period of time by which owner will repair leaks in the tenant's unit
and In common areas, if common areas are not submetered;
(8) the tenant has the right to receive information from the owner to verify
the utility bill; and
(9) for manufactured home rental communities and apartment houses, the
service charge percentage permitted under §24.281(d)(3) of this title
(relating to Charges and Calculations) that will be billed to tenants.
(b) Requirement to provide rules. At the time a rental agreement is discussed,
the owner shall provide a copy of this subchapter or a copy of the rules to the
tenant to inform the tenant of his rights and the owners responsibilities under
this subchapter.
(c) Tenant agreement to billing method changes. An owner shall not change
the method by which a tenant is billed unless the tenant has agreed to the
change by signing a lease or other written agreement. The owner shall
provide notice of the proposed change at least 35 days prior to implementing
the new method.
(d) Change from submetered to allocated billing. An owner shall not change
from submetered billing to allocated billing, except after receiving written
approval from the commission after a demonstration of good cause and if the
rental agreement requirements under subsections (a), (b), and (c) of this
section have been met. Good cause may include:
(1) equipment failures; or
(2) meter reading or billing problems that could not feasibly be corrected.
(e) Waiver of tenant rights prohibited. A rental agreement provision that
purports to waive a tenant's rights or an owners responsibilities under this
subchapter is void.
§ 24.281. Charges and Calculations
(a) Prohibited charges. Charges billed to tenants for submetered or allocated
utility service may only include bills for water or wastewater from the retail
public utility and must not include any fees billed to the owner by the retail
public utility for any deposit, disconnect, reconnect, late payment, or other
similar fees.
(b) Dwelling unit base charge. If the retail public utility's rate structure includes
a dwelling unit base charge, the owner shall bill each dwelling unit for the
base charge applicable to that unit. The owner may not bill tenants for any
dwelling unit base charges applicable to unoccupied dwelling units.
(c) Customer service charge. If the retail public utility's rate structure includes
a customer service charge, the owner shall bill each dwelling unit the amount
of the customer service charge divided by the total number of dwelling units,
including vacant units, that can receive service through the master meter
serving the tenants.
(d) Calculations for submetered utility service. The tenant's submetered
charges must include the dwelling unit base charge and customer service
charge, if applicable, and the gallonage charge and must be calculated each
month as follows:
(1) water utility service: the retail public utility's total monthly charges for
water service (less dwelling unit base charges or customer service
charges, if applicable), divided by the total monthly water consumption
measured by the retail public utility to obtain an average water cost per
gallon, liter, or cubic foot, multiplied by the tenant's monthly consumption
or the volumetric rate charged by the retail public utility to the owner
multiplied by the tenant's monthly water consumption;
(2) wastewater utility service: the retail public utility's total monthly charges
for wastewater service (less dwelling unit base charges or customer
service charges, if applicable), divided by the total monthly water
consumption measured by the retail public utility, multiplied by the tenant's
monthly consumption or the volumetric wastewater rate charged by the
retail public utility to the owner multiplied by the tenant's monthly water
consumption;
(3) service charge for manufactured home rental community or the owner
or manager of apartment house: a manufactured home rental community
or apartment house may charge a service charge in an amount not to
exceed 9% of the tenant's charge for submetered water and wastewater
service, except when;
(A) the resident resides in a unit of an apartment house that has received
an allocation of low income housing tax credits under Texas
Government Code, Chapter 2306, Subchapter DD; or
(B) the apartment resident receives tenant -based voucher assistance
under United States Housing Act of 1937 Section 8, (42 United States
Code, §I437f); and
(4) final bill on move -out for submetered service: if a tenant moves out
during a billing period, the owner may calculate a final bill for the tenant
before the owner receives the bill for that period from the retail public utility.
If the owner is billing using the average water or wastewater cost per
gallon, liter, or cubic foot as described in paragraph (1) of this subsection,
the owner may calculate the tenant's bill by calculating the tenant's average
volumetric rate for the last three months and multiplying that average
volumetric rate by the tenant's consumption for the billing period.
(e) Calculations for allocated utility service.
(1) Before an owner may allocate the retail public utility's master meter bill
for water and sewer service to the tenants, the owner shall first deduct:
(A) dwelling unit base charges or customer service charge, if applicable;
and
(B) common area usage such as installed landscape irrigation systems,
pools, and laundry rooms, if any, as follows:
(I) If all common areas are separately metered or submetered, deduct
the actual common area usage;
(II) If common areas that are served through the master meter that
provides water to the dwelling units are not separately metered or
submetered and there is an installed landscape irrigation system,
deduct at least 25% of the retail public utility's master meter bill;
(III) if all water used for an installed landscape irrigation system is
metered or submetered and there are other common areas such as
pools or laundry rooms that are not metered or submetered, deduct
at least 5% of the retail public utility's master meter bill; or
(iv) If common areas that are served through the master meter that
provides water to the dwelling units are not separately metered or
submetered and there is no installed landscape irrigation system,
deduct at least 5 % of the retail public utility's master meter bill.
(2) To calculate a tenant's bill:
(A) for an apartment house, the owner shall multiply the amount
established in paragraph (1) of this subsection by:
(i) the number of occupants in the tenant's dwelling unit divided by the
total number of occupants in all dwelling units at the beginning of the
month for which bills are being rendered; or
(ii) the number of occupants in the tenant's dwelling unit using a ratio
occupancy formula divided by the total number of occupants in all
dwelling units at the beginning of the retail public utility's billing period
using the same ratio occupancy formula to determine the total. The
ratio occupancy formula will reflect what the owner believes more
accurately represents the water use in units that are occupied by
multiple tenants. The ratio occupancy formula that is used must
assign a fractional portion per tenant of no less than that on the
following scale:
(1) dwelling unit with one occupant = 1;
(II) dwelling unit with two occupants = 1.6:
(111) dwelling unit with three occupants = 2.2; or
(IV) dwelling unit with more than three occupants = 2.2 t 0.4 per
each additional occupant over three; or
(iii) the average number of occupants per bedroom, which shall be
determined by the following occupancy formula. The formula must
calculate the average number of occupants in all dwelling units based
on the number of bedrooms in the dwelling unit according to the scale
below, notwithstanding the actual number of occupants in each of the
dwelling unit's bedrooms or all dwelling units:
(1) dwelling unit with an efficiency = 1;
(II) dwelling unit with one bedroom = 1.6;
(III) dwelling unit with two bedrooms = 2.8;
(IV) dwelling unit with three bedrooms = 4 - 1.2 for each additional
bedroom; or
(iv) a factor using a combination of square footage and occupancy in
which no more than 50 % is based on square footage. The square
footage portion must be based on the total square footage living area
of the dwelling unit as a percentage of the total square footage living
area of all dwelling units of the apartment house; or
(v) the individually submetered hot or cold water usage of the tenant's
dwelling unit divided by all submetered hot or cold water usage In all
dwelling units;
(B) a condominium manager shall multiply the amount established in
paragraph (1) of this subsection by any of the factors under
subparagraph (A) of this paragraph or may follow the methods outlined
in the condominium contract;
(C) for a manufactured home rental community, the owner shall multiply
the amount established in paragraph (1) of this subsection by:
(i) any of the factors developed under subparagraph (A) of this
paragraph; or
(ii) the area of the individual rental space divided by the total area of
all rental spaces: and
(D) for a multiple use facility, the owner shall multiply the amount
established in paragraph (1) of this subsection by:
(i) any of the factors developed under subparagraph (A) of this
paragraph; or
(it) the square footage of the rental space divided by the total square
footage of all rental spaces.
(3) If a tenant moves in or out during a billing period, the owner may
calculate a bill for the tenant. If the tenant moves in during a billing period,
the owner shall prorate the bill by calculating a bill as if the tenant were
there for the whole month and then charging the tenant for only the number
of days the tenant lived in the unit divided by the number of days in the
month multiplied by the calculated bill. If a tenant moves out during a billing
period before the owner receives the bill for that period from the retail public
utility, the owner may calculate a final bill. The owner may calculate the
tenant's bill by calculating the tenant's average bill for the last three months
and multiplying that average bill by the number of days the tenant was in
the unit divided by the number of days in that month.
(1) Conversion to approved allocation method. An owner using an allocation
formula other than those approved in subsection (e) of this section shall
immediately provide notice as required under §24.279(c) of this title (relating
to Rental Agreement) and either.
(1) adopt one of the methods in subsection (a) of this section; or
(2) install submeters and begin billing on a submetered basis; or
(3) discontinue billing for utility services.
§ 24.293. Billing
(a) Monthly billing of total charges. The owner shall bill the tenant each month
for the total charges calculated under §24.281 of this title (relating to Charges
and Calculations). If it is permitted in the rental agreement, an occupant or
occupants who are not residing in the rental unit for a period longer than 30
days may be excluded from the occupancy calculation and from paying a
water and sewer bill for that period.
(b) Rendering bill.
(1) Allocated bills shall be rendered as promptly as possible after the owner
receives the retail public utility bill.
(2) Submeter bills shall be rendered as promptly as possible after the
owner receives the retail public utility bill or according to the time schedule
in the rental agreement if the owner is billing using the retail public utility's
rate.
(c) Submeter reading schedule. Submeters or point -of -use submeters shall
be read within three days of the scheduled reading date of the retail public
utility's master meter or according to the schedule in the rental agreement if
the owner is billing using the retail public utility's rate.
(d) Billing period.
(1) Allocated bills shall be rendered for the same billing period as that of
the retail public utility, generally monthly, unless service is provided for less
than that period.
(2) Submeter bills shall be rendered for the same billing period as that of
the retail public utility, generally monthly, unless service is provided for less
than that period. If the owner uses the retail public utility's actual rate, the
billing period may be an alternate billing period specified in the rental
agreement.
(a) Multi -item bill. If issued on a multi -item bill, charges for submetered or
allocated utility service must be separate and distinct from any other charges
on the bill.
(f) Information on bill. The bill must dearly state that the utility service is
submetered or allocated, as applicable, and must include all of the following:
(1) total amount due for submetered or allocated water;
(2) total amount due for submetered or allocated wastewater:
(3) total amount due for dwelling unit base charge(s) or customer service
charge(s) or both, if applicable;
(4) total amount due for water or wastewater usage, if applicable;
(5) the name of the retail public utility and a statement that the bill is not
from the retail public utility;
(6) name and address of the tenant to whom the bill is applicable;
(7) name of the firm rendering the bill and the name or title, address. and
telephone number of the firth or person to be contacted in case of a billing
dispute; and
(8) name, address, and telephone number of the party to whom payment
is to be made.
(g) Information on submetered service. In addition to the information required
in subsection (f) of this section, a bill for submetered service must include all
of the following:
(1) the total number of gallons, liters, or cubic feet submetered or measured
by point -of -use submeters;
(2) the cost per gallon, liter, or cubic foot for each service provided: and
(3) total amount due for a service charge charged by an owner of a
manufactured home rental community, if applicable.
(h) Due date. The due date on the bill may not be less than 16 days after it is
mailed or hand delivered to the tenant, unless the due date falls on a federal
holiday or weekend, in which case the following work day will be the due date.
The owner shall record the date the bill is mailed or hand delivered. A
payment is delinquent if not received by the due date.
(i) Estimated bill. An estimated bill may be rendered if a master meter,
Submeter, or point -of -use submeter has been tampered with, cannot be read,
or is out of order; and in such case, the bill must be distinctly marked as an
estimate and the subsequent bill must reflect an adjustment for actual
charges.
0) Payment by tenant. Unless utility bills are paid to a third -party billing
company on behalf of the owner, or unless clearly designated by the tenant,
payment must be applied first to rent and then to utilities.
(k) Overbilling and underbilling. If a bill is issued and subsequently found to
be in error, the owner shall calculate a billing adjustment. If the tenant is due
a refund, an adjustment must be calculated for all of that tenant's bills that
included overcharges. If the overbilling or underbilling affects all tenants, an
adjustment must be calculated for all of the tenants' bills. If the tenant was
undercharged, and the cause was not due to submeter or point -of -use
submeter error, the owner may calculate an adjustment for bills issued in the
previous six months. If the total undercharge is $25 or more, the owner shall
offer the tenant a deferred payment plan option, for the same length of time
as that of the underbilling. Adjustments for usage by a previous tenant may
not be back billed to a current tenant.
(1) Disputed bills. In the event of a dispute between a tenant and an owner
regarding any bill, the owner shall investigate the matter and report the results
of the investigation to the tenant in writing. The investigation and report must
be completed within 30 days from the date the tenant gives written notification
of the dispute to the owner.
(m) Late fee. A one-time penalty not to exceed 5 % may be applied to
delinquent accounts. If such a penalty is applied, the bill must Indicate the
amount due if the late penalty is incurred. No late penalty may be applied
unless agreed to by the tenant in a written lease that states the percentage
amount of such late penalty.
§ 24.285. Complaim Jurisdiction
(a) Jurisdiction. The commission has exclusive jurisdiction for violations under
this subchapter.
(b) Complaints. If an apartment house owner, condominium manager,
manufactured home rental community owner, or other multiple use facility
owner violates a commission rule regarding utility costs, the person claiming
the violation may file a complaint with the commission and may appear
remotely for a hearing.
§ 24.287. Submeters or Point -of -Use Submeters and Plumbing Fixtures
(a) Submeters or point -of -use submeters.
(1) Same type submeters or point -of -use submeters required. All
submeters or point -of -use submeters throughout a property must use the
same unit of measurement, such as gallon, liter, or cubic foot.
(2) Installation by owner. The owner shall be responsible for providing.
installing, and maintaining all submeters or point -of -use submeters
necessary for the measurement of water to tenants and to common areas,
if applicable.
(3) Submeter or point -of -use submeter tests prior to installation. No
submeter or point -of -use submeter may be placed in service unless its
accuracy has been established. If any submeter or point -of -use submeter
is removed from service, it must be properly tested and calibrated before
being placed in service again.
(4) Accuracy requirements for submeters and point -of -use submeters.
Submeters must be calibrated as close as possible to the condition of zero
error and within the accuracy standards established by the American Water
Works Association (AWWA) for water meters. Point -of -use submeters
must be calibrated as closely as possible to the condition of zero error and
within the accuracy standards established by the American Society of
Mechanical Engineers (ASME) for point -of -use and branch -water
submetering systems.
(5) Location of submeters and point -of -use submeters. Submeters and
point -of -use submeters must be installed In accordance with applicable
plumbing codes and AWWA standards for water meters or ASME
standards for point -of -use submeters, and must be readily accessible to
the tenant and to the owner for testing and inspection where such activities
will cause minimum interference and inconvenience to the tenant.
(6) Submeter and point -of -use submeter records. The owner shall maintain
a record on each submeter or point -of -use submeter which includes:
(A) an identifying number;
(B) the installation date (and removal date, if applicable);
(C) date(s) the submeter or point -of -use submeter was calibrated or
tested;
(D) copies of all tests; and
(E) the current location of the submeter or point -of -use submeter.
(7) Submeter or point -of -use submeter test on request of tenant. Upon
receiving a written request from the tenant, the owner shall either:
(A) provide evidence, at no charge to the tenant, that the submeter or
point -of -use submeter was calibrated or tested within the preceding 24
months and determined to be within the accuracy standards established
by the AWWA for water meters or ASME standards for point -of -use
submeters; or
(B) have the submeter or pointof-use submeter removed and tested and
promptly advise the tenant of the test results.
(8) Billing for submeter or point -of -use submeter test.
(A) The owner may not bill the tenant for testing costs if the submeter
fails to meet AWWA accuracy standards for water meters or ASME
standards for point -of -use submeters.
(B) The owner may not bill the tenant for testing costs if there is no
evidence that the submeter or point -of -use submeter was calibrated or
tested within the preceding 24 months.
(C) The owner may bill the tenant for actual testing costs (not to exceed
$25) if the submeter meets AWWA accuracy standards or the point -of -
use submeter meets ASME accuracy standards and evidence as
described in paragraph (7)(A) of this subsection was provided to the
tenant.
(9) Bill adjustment due to submeter or point -of -use submeter error. If a
submeter does not meet AWWA accuracy standards or a point -of -use
submeter does not meet ASME accuracy standards and the tenant was
overbilled, an adjusted bill must be rendered in accordance with §24.283(k)
of this title (relating to Billing), The owner may not charge the tenant for
any underbilling that occurred because the submeter or point -of -use
submeter was in error.
(10) Submeter or point -of -use submeter testing facilities and equipment.
For submeters, an owner shall comply with the AWWA's meter testing
requirements. For point -of -use meters, an owner shall comply with ASME's
meter testing requirements.
(b) Plumbing fixtures. After January 1, 2003, before an owner of an apartment
house, manufactured home rental community, or multiple use facility or a
manager of a condominium may implement a program to bill tenants for
submetered or allocated water service, the owner or manager shall adhere to
the following standards:
(1) Texas Health and Safety Code. §372.002, for sink or lavatory faucets,
faucet aerators, and showerheads;
(2) perform a water leak audit of each dwelling unit or rental unit and each
common area and repair any leaks found; and
(3) not later than the First anniversary of the date an owner of an apartment
house, manufactured home rental community, or multiple use facility or a
manager of a condominium begins to bill for submetered or allocated water
service, the owner or manager shall:
(A) remove any toilets that exceed a maximum flow of 3.5 gallons per
flush; and
(B) install toilets that meet the standards prescribed by Texas Health
and Safety Code, §372.002.
(c) Plumbing fixture not applicable. Subsection (b) of this section does not
apply to a manufactured home rental community owner who does not own
the manufactured homes located on the property of the manufactured home
rental community.
kTAAA ETMENT ASSOCIATION
Mold Information and Prevention
Addendum
Please note. We want to maintain a high -quality living environment for ourresidents. To help achieve this goal,
it is important that we work together to minimize any mold growth in your dwelling. This Addendum contains
important information for you, and responsibilities for both you and us.
1. Addendum. This is an addendum between the Residents and
(name of apartments)
or other dwelling located at
(street address ofhouse, duplex, etc.)
City/State/Zip where dwelling is located:
2. About Mold. Mold is found everywhere in our environment, both
indoors and outdoors and in both new and old structures. To avoid
mold growth, it's important to prevent excess moisture 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.
If small areas of mold have already accumulated on nonporous
surfaces (such as ceramic tile, formica, vinyl flooring, metal, wood,
or plastic), the Environmental Protection Agency recommends
that you first clean the areas with soap (or detergent) and water
and let the surface dry thoroughly. When the surface is dry —and
within 24 hours of cleaning —apply a premixed spray -on household
biocide.
Do not clean or apply biocides to visible mold on porous sur-
faces such as sheetrock walls or ceilings or to large areas of visible
mold on nonporous surfaces. Instead, notify us in writing and we
will take appropriate action to comply with 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-
sible for property damage to the dwelling and any health problems
that may result.
This Addendum is part of your Lease.
You are legally bound by this document. Please read it carefully
Date signed Date signed
(Name of Resident) V I Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
You are entitled to receive a copy of this Addendum after it is fully signed. Keep it in a safe place.
TAA Official Statewide Form 23-FF, Revised October, 2023 Q
Copyright 2023, Texas Apartment Association, Inc.
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Security Guidelines for Residents
TEXAS APARTMENT ASSOCIAnON
Addendum
1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract Always be aware of your surroundings and avoid areas
("Lease") executed byyou,the resident(s), on the dwellingyou that are not well -traveled or well -lit.
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. Security Guidelines. We disclaim any express or implied
warranties ofsecurity. We care about your safetyand that of
other occupants and guests. No security system is failsafe.
Even the best system can't prevent crime. Always act as if
securitysystemsdon't existsincetheyaresubject to malfunc-
tion, tampering, and human error. The bestsafetymeasures
are the ones you perform as a matter ofcommon sense and
habit.
Inform all other occupants in your dwelling, including any
children you may have, aboutthese guidelines.We recommend
that all residentsand occupants usecommon senseand follow
crime prevention tips, such as those listed below:
In case of emergency, call 911. 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 neighbors. Watching out for each other is one
of the best defenses against crime.
Keep your keys handy at all times when walking to your
car or home.
Do not go inside if you arrive home and find your door
open. Call the police from another location and askthem
to meet you before entering.
Make sure locks, latches and sliding glass doors are
properly secured at all times.
Use the keyless deadbolt in your unit when you are at
home.
Don't put your name or address on your key ring or hide
extra keys in obvious places, like under a flower pot. If
you lose a key or have concerns about key safety, we will
rekey your locks at your expense, in accordance with the
Lease.
Check the door viewer before answering the door. Don't
open the door if you don't knowthe person or have any
doubts. Children who are old enough to take care of
themselves should never let anyone inside when home
without an adult.
Regularly check your security devices, smoke alarms and
other detection devices to make sure they are working
properly. Alarm and detection device batteries should
be tested monthly and replaced at least twice a year.
Immediately report in writing (dated and signed) to us
any needed repairs of security devices, doors, windows,
smoke alarms and other detection devices, as well as
any other malfunctioning safetydevices onthe property,
such as broken access gates, burned out exterior lights,
etc.
�, Date signed Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
You are entitled to receive a copy of this Addendum after it is fully signed. Keep it in a safe place.
TAA Official Statewide Form 1 S-M, Revised October, 2015 Q
Copyright 2015, Texas Apartment Association, Inc. �++
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TEXAS APASSOCIATION
Animal Addendum
Please note: We consider animals a serious responsibility and a risk to each resident in the dwelling. If you do
not properly control and care for an animal, you'll be liable if it causes damage or disturbs other residents.
1. Dwelling Unit.
Unit#
Lease.
Owner'sname: Tobias Place, LP
Residents (list allresidents): Arguimides
Conditional Authorization for Animal. You may keep the animal or
animals described below in the dwelling until the Lease expires. We
may terminate this authorization sooner if your right of occupancy is
lawfully terminated or if in our judgment you, your animal, your guest,
or any occupant violates any of the rules in this addendum.
4. Animal Deposit. You must pay a one-time animal deposit of
$ when you sign this addendum. This deposit is
in addition to your total security deposit under the Lease, which is a
general security deposit for all purposes. Refund of the total security
deposit is subject to the terms and conditions in the Lease, and this
animal -deposit portion of the total deposit is not separately refund-
able even if the animal is removed.
S. Assistance or Service Animals. When allowed by applicable laws, we
may require written verification of or make other inquiries regarding
the disability -related need for an assistance or service animal for a per-
son with a disability. We will not charge an animal deposit, additional
rent, or other fee for any authorized assistance or service animal. Ex-
cept as provided by applicable law, all other provisions of this adden-
dum apply to assistance or service animals.
6. Search and Rescue Dogs. We may ask the handler of a search and
rescue dog for proof he or she is a person with a certification issued by
a nationally recognized search and rescue agency before we authorize
a search and rescue dog. If we authorize a search and rescue dog, we
will not charge an animal deposit, additional rent or other fee for any
such dog. Except as provided by applicable law, all other provisions of
this addendum apply to search and rescue dogs.
7. Additional Monthly Rent. Your monthly base rent (as stated in the
Lease) will be increased by $ 25.00
8. Additional Fee. You must also pay a one-time nonrefundable fee
of $ to keep the animal in the dwelling unit. The
fee is due when you sign this addendum.
9. Liability Not Limited. The additional monthly rent and additional
security deposit under this Animal Addendum do not limit residents'
liability for property damage, cleaning, deodorization, defleaing, re-
placements, or personal injuries.
10. Description of Animal. You may keep only the animal or animals de-
scribed below. You may not substitute any other animal. Neither you
nor your guests or occupants may bring any other animal —mammal,
reptile, bird, amphibian, fish, rodent, arachnid, or insect —into the
dwelling or apartment community.
Animal's name:
Type:
Breed:
Color:
Weight:
Age:
City of license:
02022 TEXAS APARTMENT ASSOCIATION, INC.
License #:
Date of last rabies shot:
Housebroken?
Animal owner's name:
Animal's name:
Type:
Breed:
Color:
Weight:
Age:
City of license:
License #:
Date of last rabies shot:
Housebroken?
Animal owner's name:
Animal's name:
Type:
Breed:
Color:
Weight:
Age:
City of license:
License #:
Date of last rabies shot:
Housebroken?
Animal owner's name:
11. Special Provisions. The following special provisions control over any
conflicting provisions ofthis addendum:
If Animal's Name is blank, no pets
reported. Limit 2 pets per apartment, no
weight limit. $250 fee required for 2nd
pet. Restricted breeds: Doberman, Akita,
Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Chow, German
Shepherd. Exotic animals, reptiles, and
barnyard animals not permitted.
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, at your 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 Shots and Licenses. The animal at all times must have current
rabies shots and licenses required by law. You must show us evi-
dence of the shots and licenses if we ask.
13.2 Disturbances. The animal must not disturb the neighbors 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.
13.4Indoor Waste Areas. Inside, the animal may urinate or defe-
cate only in these designated areas: Cats —in litter
boxes
13.5 Outdoor Waste Areas. Outside, the animal may urinate or def-
ecate only in these designated areas: Designated pet
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 exclusive 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, clubrooms, 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 ac-
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 or water
outside the dwelling unit at any time, except in fenced yards (if
any) for your exclusive use.
13.9 Leash. You must keep the animal on a leash and under your su-
pervision when outside the dwelling 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-
sonable fee for picking 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-
mal off our property for that purpose. If we allow animal defeca-
tion inside the unit, you must ensure that it's 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 copy 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 ourjudgment) and we give you
written notice of the violation, you must remove the animal immedi-
ately and permanently from the premises. We also have all other rights
and remedies set forth in the Lease, including eviction and recovering
damages and attorney's fees from you.
16. Complaints About Animal. Ifwe 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 circumstances, we may enter the
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) left the animal in the dwelling unit for an extended period of
time without food or water;
(C) failed to care for a sick animal;
(D) violated our animal rules; OR
(E) let the animal defecate or urinate where it's 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 return the animal to you
upon request if we haven't already turned it over 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 enure amount of any
damage the animal causes, including cleaning, 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, aswell as landscaping and other outside improvements. lf an
'item cannot be satisfactorily cleaned or repaired, you must pay for us
to replace it. Payment for damage, repairs, cleaning, replacements, and
the like are due immediately upon demand. As the owner, you're strictly
liable for the entire amount of any injury that your animal causes to an-
other person or to anyone's property. You indemnify us for all costs of
litigation and attorney's fees resulting 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 malfunc-
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 limited to, dog bite, trespass, assault or any other
crime. Furthermore, we are not liable for any disruption in the park's
operation or performance. 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 assume this risk. We make no representa-
tions or warranties 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 authority to 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 of the 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 claim or lawsuit filed
against you or anyone else for an injury or damage caused by or re-
lated to the animal. You understand and agree that the approval of the
animal to live in your apartment is expressly conditioned upon all of
the forgoing being true and if you have made any misrepresentation it
is a violation of the Lease.
You are legally bound by this document. Please read it carefully.
You are entitled to receive a copy of this Addendum after it is fully
signed. Keep it in a safe place.
Datdgne
(Name of Resident Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
(Name of Resident) Date signed
Owne or Ow 's a esentative (sign belgwN
Date signed
TAA Official Statewide Form 22-E, Revised February 2022 Q
Copyright 2022, Texas Apartment Association, Inc.
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
11.1 2026-2027 HUD ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
DATE: 08/11/26 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 26-0800
DEPARTMENT: NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
SUBJECT
(ALL) Conduct Public Hearing and Approve the City of Fort Worth's 2026-2027 Annual Action
Plan for the Use of Federal Grant Funds in the Amount of $13,554,718.38 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. Staff Available for Questions: Tracey Walton; b. Public Comment c.
Council Action: Close Public Hearing and Act on M&C)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing to allow citizen input and consideration of the City's 2026-
2027 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 $13,554,718.38
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 2026-2027 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 $30,000.00 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 $84,976.00 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 2026-2027 for
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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
$13,669,694.38 consisting of $7,153,410.00 in Community Development Block Grant
funds, $2,816,040.38 in HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds, $625,460.00 in
Emergency Solutions Grant funds, and $2,959,808.00 in Housing Opportunities for
Persons with AIDS grant funds, plus estimated program income in the amount of
$114,976.00, all subject to receipt of such Grants funds; and
8. Authorize a waiver of the Neighborhood Services Department indirect cost of 13.50%,
estimated total of $169,759.00.
DISCUSSION
The City's 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan summarizes the major housing and community
development activities and proposed expenditures for the program year beginning October 1,
2026 and ending September 30, 2027 for use of federal grant funds totaling $13,554,718.38
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 December 19, 2025. All proposals were received on February
13, 2026. 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.
Recommendations for award amounts were considered and adopted by the Community
Development Council on June 17, 2026.
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A 30-day public comment period was held from June 22, 2026, through July 24, 2026. Notice
of this public comment period was published in the Cleburne Times Review on June 20, 2026;
in the Fort Worth Star -Telegram on June 21, 2026; in the Weatherford Democrat on June 20,
2026; and in La Vida News and the Wise County Messenger on June 25, 2026. One public
hearing was held during the public comment period on July 13, 2026, to provide citizens with
the opportunity to participate in the development of the Annual Action Plan.
All 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 July 13,
2026, and the second public hearing is scheduled for the City Council Meeting on August 11,
2026.
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 2026-2027
Annual Action Plan will be submitted to HUD by August 15, 2026.
Indirect costs totaling approximately $169,759.00 could be charged to these grants, as the
Neighborhood Services Department indirect cost rate is 13.50% 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.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
For Program Year 2026-2027, it is recommended that the amount of $7,153,410.00 in CDBG
funds and an estimated amount of $30,000.00 in CDBG program income totaling
$7,183,410.00 be allocated as follows:
• Public Service Agencies - $1,073,011.50: Includes social services for low- and moderate
income persons, persons with disabilities, and disadvantaged persons
• Housing Programs - $2,500,000.00: Includes funding for the City's Priority Repair
Program, Cowtown Brush -Up, and accessibility modifications for seniors and persons
with disabilities
• Major Projects - $1,189,716.50: Includes funding for street improvements
• Program Delivery - $960,000.00: Includes program delivery costs for housing
programs;
• Administration - $1,430,682.00: Includes costs for administering the CDBG grant
• Estimated Program Income - $30,000.00: Includes up to $30,000.00 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.
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HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM
For Program Year 2026-2027, it is recommended that the amount of $2,816,040.38 in HOME
funds and an estimated amount of $84,976.00 in HOME program income totaling
$2,901,016.38 be allocated as follows:
• Homebuyer Assistance Program - $160,000.00: Includes funding for down payment and
closing cost assistance for low- and moderate -income homebuyers
• Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) for affordable housing
projects - $794,712.30: These funds will be used by Development Corporation of Tarrant
County (DCTC) to support the construction of five (5) single-family homes located on
a 1-acre site at 10401 Kingspointe Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas. The HOME funds will be used
to support construction and ensure affordability for households at or below 80% Area
Median Income (AMI)
• Major Projects - $1,579,724.04: The City will allocate HOME funds to support the
development of affordable housing for low- and moderate- income households. Funds
may be used for acquisition, new construction, rehabilitation, site improvements, and
other eligible HOME -assisted development costs. The project developer and site will be
selected through a competitive funding process during the program year;
• Administration - $281,604.04: Includes costs for administering the HOME grant;
• Estimated Program Income - $84,976.00: 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 2026-2027, it is recommended that the amount of $2,959,808.00 in HOPWA
funds be allocated as follows:
• Public Service Agencies - $1,350,000.00
• City of Fort Worth HOPWA Program (Neighborhood Services Department) - $1,521,013.76
• Administration - $88,794.24
EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT
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For Program Year 2026-2027, it is recommended that the amount of $625,460.00 in ESG funds
to be allocated as follows:
• Public Service Agencies - $578,550.50
• Administration - $46,909.50
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 PUBLIC SERVICE AGENCIES
CONSOLIDATED PLAN
AGENCY
PROGRAM
AMOUNT
GOAL
Housing
Housing Channel
Affordable Housing
Counseling &
$70,000.00
Education
Money Smart +
Elder Financial
Guardianship Services
Aging In Place
$70,000.00
Fraud Prevention
Workshops
Nutrition Program
Home Delivered
Meals on Wheels, Inc. of
Aging In Place
Meals for Older
$160,000.00
Tarrant County
and Disabled
Adults
PEARLS Program -
The Women's Center of
Employment
Aging In Place
$70,000.00
Tarrant County
Solutions for
Senior Adults
Artes Academy -
Cultural Youth
Children and Youth
Artes De La Rosa
After School &
$60,000.00
Services
Seasonal Camps
Program
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Youth
Boys & Girls Club of
Children and Youth
Development at
$40,000.00
Greater Tarrant County
Services
Eastside Branch
Children and Youth
Camp Fire First Texas
Teens in Action
$65,000.00
Services
Junior Achievement of
Children and Youth
Cradle to Career
$45,000.00
the Chisholm, Inc.
Services
Youth Leadership
The YouthVantage
Children and Youth
Alliance (Girls Inc.)
Services
Development and
$75,000.00
STEM Education
United Community
Children and Youth
The Education
$125,000.00
Center
Services
Literacy Program
Building
uilding
Pathways Career
Building Pathways
Empowerment and
$73,011.50
Mapping
Financial Resilience
Program
Workforce
Economic
Readiness and
100 MEN Enterprises
Empowerment and
Economic
$30,000.00
Financial Resilience
Empowerment
Program
Economic
Veterans
Veterans Center of North
Emergency
Empowerment and
$30,000.00
Texas
Assistance
Financial Resilience
Program
Case
Communities in Schools
Management
Healthy Living and
of Greater Tarrant
Support for At-
$50,000.00
Wellness
County
Risk Students in
Fort Worth
MHMR (My Health My
Healthy Living and
Help Me Grow,
Resources)
Wellness
Help Me Thrive
$110,000.00
Program
CDBG Public Services
Agencies Total
$1,073,011.50
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"Fort Worth Area
Habitat for Humanity,
Housing Preservation
Cowtown Brush
$ 500,000.00
Inc. DBA Trinity Habitat
and Rehabilitation
Up
for Humanity
CDBG Subrecipient
Agency Total
$500,000.00
TOTAL CDBG CONTRACTS
$1,573,011.50
"Trinity Habitat will be funded from the CDBG Housing Programs and Services budget.
Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Contracts
TABLE 2: HOPWA PUBLIC SERVICE AGENCIES
AGENCY
CONSOLIDATED PLAN
GOAL
PROGRAM
AMOUNT
The Housing
Assistance
Program -
Administration,
Tenant -Based
Homelessness
Rental Assistance
AIDS Healthcare
Prevention and
(TBRA), Short-
$400,000.00
Foundation
Special Needs Support
Term Rent,
Mortgage, and
Utility Assistance
(STRMU),
Supportive
Services
HOPWA Program -
Administration,
Tenant Based
Rental Assistance
Tarrant county
Homelessness
(TBRA), Short -
Prevention and
$950,000.00
Samaritan Housing, Inc.
Term Rent,
Special Needs Support
Mortgage, and
Utility Assistance,
Supportive
Services, Facility-
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Based Operations
(FBO)
TOTAL HOPWA
CONTRACTS
$1,350,000.00
Emergency Solutions Grants Contracts
TABLE 3: ESG PUBLIC SERVICE AGENCIES
CONSOLIDATED PLAN
AGENCY
PROGRAM
AMOUNT
GOAL
Homeless Prevention
Center for Transforming
and Special Needs
Rapid Re -Housing
$100,000.00
Lives
Support
Lighthouse for the
Homeless Prevention
Day Shelter
Homeless dba True
and Special Needs
Operations/Services
$150,000.00
Worth Place
Support
Homeless Prevention
SafeHaven of Tarrant
Shelter
County
and Special Needs
Operations/Services
$g0,000.00
Support
The Presbyterian Night
Homeless Prevention
Shelter
Shelter of Tarrant
and Special Needs
Operations/Services
$145,276.00
County, Inc.
Support
Homeless Prevention
Homelessness
The Salvation Army
and Special Needs
$103,274.50
Prevention
Support
TOTAL ES G CONTRACTS
$578,550.50
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
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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 106 FTE positions in the
Neighborhood Services Department —nearly 84% of which are funded 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, the 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.
This contract requires Form 1295.
FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and
adoption of the attached appropriation ordinances; funds will be available in the current
operating budget, as appropriated, in 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. This is a reimbursement grant.
SUBMITTED FOR CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE BY:
ORIGINATING BUSINESS UNIT HEAD:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT:
ATTACHMENTS
Dana Burghdoff, #8018
Kacey Thomas, #8187
Tracey Walton, #5697
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1. 2627HUDAnnualActionPlanFundingRecommendations AVillasana JULYHearing v4 [11.1.1
- 20 pages]
2. 2026 2027 Action Plan DRAFT [11.1.2 - 131 pages]
3. ORD APP 2026 2027 HUD ANNUAL ACTION PLAN A026 R7 [11.1.3 - 2 pages]
4. CONFIDENTIAL REDACTED - 26-27 Form 1295 [11.1.4 - 23 pages]
5. CONFIDENTIAL REDACTED - 26-27 Secretary of State Fillings [11.1.5 - 27 pages]
6. CONFIDENTIAL REDACTED - 26 27 HUD AAP Funding Recommendation TABLE [11.1.6 - 2
pages ]
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City Secretary's Office
Contract Routing & Transmittal Slip
Contractor's Name: TOBIAS PLACE L.P.
Subject of the Agreement: This is an INTIAL AGREEMENT FOR ONE YEAR TERM FOR
ARQUIMIDES MONET DIAZ
M&C Approved by the Council? * Yes 0 No ❑
If so, the M&C must be attached to the contract.
Is this an Amendment to an Existing contract? Yes ❑ No 21
If so, provide the original contract number and the amendment number.
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If unsure, see backpage for permanent contract listing.
Is this entire contract Confidential? *Yes ❑ No ❑✓ If only specific information is
Confidential, please list what information is Confidential and the page it is located.
Client's name on the following pages of contract, PG 1, 3 & 7
Effective Date: JUNE 26, 2026,
If different from the approval date.
Expiration Date: MAY 31, 2027
If applicable.
Is a 1295 Form required? * Yes ❑ No ❑✓
*If so, please ensure it is attached to the approving M&C or attached to the contract.
Project Number: If applicable. n/a
*Did you include a Text field on the contract to add the City Secretary Contract (CSC)
number? Yes ✓❑ No ❑
Contracts need to be routed for CSO processing in the followingorder:
rder:
1. Katherine Cenicola (Approver)
2. Jannette S. Goodall (Signer)
3. Allison Tidwell (Form Filler)
*Indicates the information is required and if the information is not provided, the contract will be
returned to the department.