**LEASE AGREEMENT**

**USDA, RURAL HOUSING SERVICES 515**

**Project
Name\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**

**I.** This Agreement has been prepared as a contract between the Tenant
and Owner in accordance with Rural Housing Services (RHS) regulations
and State of Maine law. It has been reviewed and approved by RHS.

These units have been financed through the Rural Development (RD)
Section 515 Program and are subject to the nondiscrimination provisions
of civil rights and fair housing laws, i.e., Title VI of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, Title VIII of the Fair Housing Act, Section 504 of
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and
the Age Discrimination Act of 1975. Complaints are to be directed to the
Administrator, Rural Development, USDA, Washington, DC 20250. However,
complaints of Fair Housing violations may be sent directly to the
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Washington, DC 20410.

**PARTIES TO THE LEASE:** Unit\_\_\_\_\_\_ Bedroom Size\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**OWNER (Landlord):**
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**MANAGING AGENT (if applicable):**
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**ADDRESS:**
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**Tenant:** \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
**Co-Tenant:** \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Others who will live in this unit:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**II. OCCUPANCY**: Should the unit become over housed or under housed or
should the Tenant no longer meet the eligibility requirements of the
project during the term of the lease agreement, he/she will be required
to vacate the unit, within 30 days, or at the end of the lease term,
whichever is greater, unless eligibility can be established following
specified steps, such as moving to an appropriate size unit, or an
exception is granted by the Owner, with RD approval.

If the Tenant occupies an apartment for which (size or type) they are
not eligible, as a result of a Letter of Priority Entitlement (LOPE),
the Tenant agrees that he/she will move to the first appropriate
apartment available.

Surviving and remaining household members:

> \(1\) Members of a household may continue to reside in the housing
> project after the departure or death of the Tenant or co-Tenant
> provided that:
>
> \(i\) They are eligible with respect to adjusted income;
>
> \(ii\) They occupied a rental unit in the housing project at the time
> of the departure or death of the Tenant or co-Tenant; and
>
> \(iii\) They execute a Tenant certification form establishing their
> own tenancy; (iv) They have the legal ability to sign a lease for the
> rental unit, except where a legal guardian may sign when the Tenant or
> member is otherwise eligible.
>
> \(2\) Surviving or remaining members of the household may remain in
> the housing project, taking into consideration the conditions of
> paragraph (1) of this section, but must move to a suitably sized
> rental unit within 30 days of its availability.
>
> \(3\) After the death of a Tenant or co-Tenant in elderly housing, the
> surviving members of the household, regardless of age but taking into
> consideration the conditions of paragraph (1) of this section, may
> remain in the rental unit in which they were residing at the time of
> the Tenant\'s or co-Tenant\'s death, even if the household is over
> housed according to the housing project\'s occupancy rules as follows:
>
> \(i\) Continued occupancy of the rental unit will not be allowed when
> in either situation of paragraph (1) or (3) of this section, the
> rental unit has accessibility features for individuals with
> disabilities, the household no longer has a need for such
> accessibility features, and the housing project has a tenant
> application from an individual with a need for the accessibility
> features;
>
> \(ii\) If the housing project does not have a tenant application from
> an individual with a need for the accessibility features, the
> household may remain in the rental unit with such features until the
> housing project receives an application from an individual with a need
> for accessibility features. The household in the unit with
> accessibility features will be required to move within 30 days of the
> housing project\'s receipt of a tenant application requiring
> accessibility features if another suitably sized unit without
> accessibility features is available in the project. If a suitably
> sized unit is not available in the project within 30 days, the Tenant
> may remain in the unit with accessibility features until the first
> available unit in the project becomes available and then must move
> within 30 days.

If there are no surviving household members, this Lease Agreement will
terminate on the last day of the month in which the death of the Tenant
occurs.

**III. TERM OF LEASE:** This Lease Agreement is for a one year term
commencing\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_, 20\_\_\_. This
Lease is renewable for successive terms of one year, by written
agreement, signed by all parties and is to be attached to this Lease.

**IV. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS/RD REQUIRED LEASE CLAUSES:** Prior to
execution of this Lease, Tenant must provide the Owner verifications of
income and complete an application for housing. All eligibility and
rental rate requirements are determined through the Form RD 3560-8,
Tenant Certification. The Tenant understands that rental rates in this
Agreement are based on the Form RD 3560-8, and agrees to submit to
recertification of income and eligibility at least on an annual basis.
Signature on a Tenant Income Certification establishes eligibility but
does not assume lease compliance or lease renewal. The Tenant agrees to
cooperate with this process by providing all required income and asset
information and further agrees to comply with the following RD
requirements:

a\) I understand that I will no longer be eligible for occupancy in this
project if my income exceeds the maximum allowable adjusted income as
defined periodically by the RD for the State of Maine and
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ County.

b\) I agree to immediately notify the Owner when there is a change in my
gross income or adjustment to income, or when there is a change in the
number of persons living in the household. I understand my rent or
benefits may be affected as a result of this information. I also
understand that failure to report such changes may result in my losing
benefits to which I may be entitled or may result in the Owner taking
corrective actions if benefits were mistakenly received. I understand
the corrective actions the Landlord may take includes the initiation of
a demand for repayment of any benefits or rental subsidies improperly
received, initiation of a notice to cancel any rental assistance or
Section 8 assistance being received for the balance of my certification
period, initiation of a notice to increase my monthly rent to
\$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ per month (note rate rent for Plan II projects or
125 percent of rent in Plan I projects), or initiation of a notice of
termination. I understand that one or more of these remedies may be
initiated at the option of the Owner.

c\) I understand that I must promptly notify the lessor of any extended
absences and that if I do not personally reside in the unit for a period
exceeding \_\_\_ consecutive days, for reasons other than health or
emergency, my net monthly tenant contribution shall be raised to
\$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_/per month (note rate for Plan II projects or 125
percent of rent in Plan I projects) for the period of my absence
exceeding 60 consecutive days. I also understand that should any rental
assistance be suspended or reassigned to other eligible tenants, I am
not assured that it will still be available to me upon my return. I also
understand that if my absence continues, that as Owner, you may take the
appropriate steps to terminate my tenancy.

d\) I understand that should I receive occupancy benefits to which I am
not entitled due to my/our failure to provide information or due to
incorrect information provided by me or on my behalf by others, or for
any other household member, I may be required to make restitution and I
agree to pay any amount of benefits to which I was not entitled.

e\) I understand that income (including assets) certification is a
requirement of occupancy and I agree to promptly provide any
certifications and income verifications required by the Landlord to
permit determination of eligibility and, when applicable, the monthly
tenant contribution to be charged. I understand that this housing
project is financed by Rural Development, and that Rural Development has
the right to further verify any information I provide.

f\) My/Our household's tenancy still exists during the time that my/our
household's personal possessions remain in the apartment unit after
my/our household has personally ceased occupancy with the intent to
vacate and leave the project, until such time the personal possessions
have been removed voluntarily or by legal means, subject to the
provision of State or local law in such matters. Should Rental
Assistance be terminated during this period of time Tenant agrees to pay
Basic Rent.

**V. RENTAL AND UTILITY RATES: RENT CHANGE PROVISIONS (RENTAL
ASSISTANCE)**

a\) I understand and agree that as long as I receive Rental Assistance,
my gross monthly tenant contribution (as determined on the latest Form
RD 3560-8, which must be attached to this Lease) for rent and utilities
will be \$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. If I pay any or all utilities directly
(not including telephone or cable T.V.), a utility allowance of
\$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ will be deducted from my gross monthly
contribution and my resulting net monthly contribution will be
\$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. If my net monthly contribution would be less
than zero, the Owner will pay me \$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.

I also understand and agree that my monthly contribution under this
Lease may be raised or lowered based on changes in the household income,
or adjustments to income, failure to submit information necessary to
certify income, changed in the number and age of persons living in the
household, and on the escalation clause in this Lease. Should I no
longer receive Rental Assistance as a result of these changes, or the
Rental Assistance Agreement executed by the owner and RD expires, I
understand and agree that my monthly contribution may be adjusted to no
less than \$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ (Basic Rent) nor more than \$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
(Note Rate Rent) during the remaining term of this Lease, except that
based on the escalation clause in this Lease, these rates may be changed
by a RD approved rent change. I understand that every effort will be
made to provide Rental Assistance so long as I remain eligible and the
Rental Assistance Agreement between the owner and RD remains in effect.
However, should this assistance be terminated, I may arrange to
terminate this Lease, giving proper notice as set forth elsewhere in
this Lease.\"

\-**OR-**

**VI. RENTAL AND UTILITY RATES: RENT CHANGE PROVISIONS (PLAN II)**

a\) I understand and agree that my gross monthly tenant contribution as
determined on the latest Form RD 3560-8, which must be attached to this
Lease, for rent and utilities will be \$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. If I pay any
or all utilities directly (not including telephone or cable T.V.) a
utility allowance of \$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ will be deducted from my gross
monthly tenant contribution except that I will pay not less than the
basic rent nor more than the note rate rent stated below. My net monthly
tenant contribution will be \$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. I understand that should
I receive rental subsidy benefits (interest credit) to which I am not
entitled, I may be required to make restitution and I agree to pay any
amount of benefit to which I was not entitled. I also understand and
agree that my monthly tenant rent under this Lease may be raised or
lowered based on changes in the household income, failure to submit
information necessary to certify income, changes in the number and age
of persons living in the household, and on the escalation clause in this
Lease. My tenant rent will not, however, be less than
\$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_(Basic Rent) nor more than \$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_(Note
Rate Rent) during the term of this Lease, except that based on the
escalation clause in this Lease, these rental rates may be changed by an
RD approved rent change.

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(4)]{.underline}

[Put "X" by any]{.underline} [Put \"X\" by any]{.underline} [Show
Amount]{.underline}

[Utility or Service]{.underline} [Utility Paid by]{.underline} [Tenant
Pays to]{.underline}

[Column (1)]{.underline} [Tenant]{.underline} [Owner]{.underline} [and
Included]{.underline} [Owner]{.underline} [in]{.underline}

[Type of Utility]{.underline} [Pays Directly]{.underline} [In Tenant
Rent]{.underline} [Addition to Rent]{.underline}

Heat (type) \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Gas \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Electricity \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Snow Removal \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

a\. Common Area \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

b\. Other \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Trash Removal \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Water and Sewer \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Cable TV \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Grounds keeping \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

a\. Common Area \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Other \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Other \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\-**AND-**

**ESCALATION CLAUSE**

b\) During the term of this Lease and with RD approval, the Basic and
Note Rate Rents may be increased. The Tenant understands that should the
Basic Rent be increased, then a rental payment will not be lower than
the new Basic Rent. Tenants will always receive a 45-day notice of a
rent increase based upon RD approval, and are notified of proposed
increases 60 days prior to the intent to change rental rates.

c\) Should a change in income occur which results in a rent increase,
the Tenant will receive a 45-day notice of the increase. In the same
manner, at annual recertification, a 45-day notice will be given of rent
change. This 45-day notice will not occur if the Tenant has withheld
income change information from the Owner or is delinquent in providing
income information for annual recertification. Should the Tenant not
cooperate with the recertification procedure, upon expiration of the
current certification, the Tenant will be charged the Note Rate Rent and
eviction proceedings will be instituted.

d\) The Tenant may request a rent redetermination at any time if income
or allowances have changed by \$50.00 or more per month. In the case
where the Tenant has requested a change due to income or allowance
changes, the Owner will verify the information and make a determination
of the effective date of the change, per RHS regulations.

e\) Should the Tenant\'s income exceed the maximum allowable amount as
set by the RD, the Tenant is no longer eligible for occupancy in this
project and must vacate the unit in thirty (30) days or at the term of
the Lease (whichever is longer) unless an exception is granted by the
RD.

**VII. RENTAL PAYMENTS/UTILITY PAYMENTS**

a\) \$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_, the monthly rental payment, is due on the 1st
of each month but payable until the 5th. Payments may be made at the
office during designated hours or mailed to
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_,
so long as payment is received on or before the 5th of the month. If
rent payments are not received by the 5^th^, Owner may terminate this
Lease. Personal checks are accepted and should be made payable to
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
Should a check be returned for insufficient funds (\"bounce\"), the
Tenant will be responsible for any and all charges to project accounts.
After one \"bounced\" check, only cash or a money order will be accepted
for payment.

Additionally, the Parties agree that the Owner may apply payments from
the Tenant in the order of priority determined by Owner, regardless of
when the obligation arose, unless the Tenant specifically, and in
writing, designates the payment for a particular charge.

b\) Unless prior accepted arrangements have been made, payments not made
by the 15^th^ of the month are considered late for purposes of
implementation of a late fee. The Owner may charge the Tenant a late fee
equal to 4% of the monthly rental due (not to exceed \$10.00). Repeated
late rental payment is a Lease violation and can lead to Lease
termination.

c\) Water, sewer and trash collection payments are the responsibility of
the Owner.

d\) Tenant has responsibility for payment of all telephone and cable TV
(inclusive of hook-up/installation) charges and all electric utilities
not paid for by the Owner/Property. At move-in, Tenant must notify
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ (Utility
Company) to place the apartment meter in Tenant\'s name and sign a
utility release for the Owner. Tenant receives a utility allowance, if
applicable, under this Lease. Failure to pay electric utilities is a
Lease violation. Should the meter be turned off or be removed, this
could lead to Lease termination.

e\) Should the Tenant be permitted to have an air conditioner, freezer,
or other large appliance they may be assessed a charge for the excess
utility costs unless utilities are paid by the Tenant.

**VIII. SECURITY DEPOSIT**

a\) Tenant understands that a security deposit is required under this
Lease and agrees to deposit one month's Basic Rent (\$ ). This may be
paid in full upon occupancy or in installments with a first payment of
no less than \$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ required at Lease signing and the
remainder of payments on a regular basis as approved by the Owner. The
Owner will hold this security deposit, in an interest bearing account,
for the period the Tenant occupies the apartment. After the Tenant has
moved from the apartment, the Owner will determine whether the Tenant is
eligible for a refund of any or all of the security deposit. The amount
of the refund will be determined in accordance with the following
conditions and procedures:

1\) If the Tenant vacates the premises, but has failed to give the
required 30 day written notice of his/her intent to move as required by
paragraph XI (a), then the Owner may withhold from Tenant's security
deposit any lost rental which has been caused by Tenant's failure to
give the written notice.

2\) After the Tenant has moved from the apartment, the Owner will
inspect the unit. The Owner will permit the Tenant to participate in the
inspection, if the Tenant so requests. The Tenant is encouraged to
participate in this inspection.

3\) The Owner will refund to the Tenant the amount of the security
deposit, plus accrued interest, less any amount needed to pay the cost
of:

\(a\) Unpaid rent;

\(b\) Damages that are not due to normal wear and tear;

\(c\) Charges for late payment of rent and returned checks as described
in paragraph VII; or

\(d\) Any other charges due pursuant to the terms of the lease.

4\) The Owner agrees to refund the amount computed in the above
paragraph within 30 days after the Tenant has permanently moved out of
the apartment, and returned possession of the apartment to the Owner.
The Owner will also give the Tenant a written list of charges that were
subtracted from the deposit. If the Tenant disagrees with the Owner
concerning the amounts deducted and asks to meet with the Owner, the
Owner agrees to meet with the Tenant and informally discuss the disputed
charges.

5\) If the apartment is rented by more than one person, the Tenants
agree that they will work out the details of dividing any refunds among
themselves. The Owner may pay the refund to any Tenant identified in
paragraph 1 of this lease agreement.

6\) Tenant agrees that it is his/her responsibility, prior to vacating
the premises, to clean the entire unit including the range, exhaust
fans, refrigerator, closets, walls, cabinets and floors, if applicable.
All carpets shall be free of dirt and odor and must be cleaned prior to
vacating. Refrigerators are to be defrosted, turned off and the door
left open. There shall be no scores, stains, or unsightly holes in any
wall. No indentations or scratches in wood, tile, or resilient flooring,
doors or trim and no damage to carpeting will be accepted by Owner. All
burned out light bulbs shall be replaced. Smoke alarms shall be in place
and undamaged. All debris and rubbish shall be placed in proper rubbish
containers. All personal property shall be removed.

7\) Normal wear and tear shall not include the cost of repainting or
redecorating the unit or the cost for replacement of carpet or other
floor covering, unless the time between the last repainting/redecorating
or carpet/floor replacement and the current one exceeds a reasonable
period. If the Owner is required to repaint the unit or replace the
carpet/flooring prior to the expiration of a reasonable time period then
the Tenant shall be responsible for a prorated share of the cost of the
repainting or replacement.

8\) All costs of labor and materials, for cleaning or repairs, and any
other expenses incurred pursuant to this section shall be charged to the
Tenant. Tenant agrees that he/she is responsible for, and will be
charged at, the lease rate for any time that the apartment is not
rentable due to damage caused to the premises.

In case of Tenant death, these charges will be levied against the
estate. After any deductions as listed, the balance, if any, of deposit
shall be refunded to Tenant or estate. If charges exceed deposit amount,
then Tenant or estate shall be billed for the amount exceeding the
deposit.

**IX. ILLEGAL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE AND DOMESTIC VIOLANCE VIOLATIONS**

It is understood that the use, attempted use, or possession,
manufacture, sale, or distribution of an illegal controlled substance
(as defined by local, State, or federal law) while in or on any part of
this apartment complex is an illegal act. It is further understood that
such action is a material lease violation. Such violations (hereafter
called a "drug violation\[s\]") may be evidenced upon the admission to
or conviction of a drug violation. It is further understood that
domestic violence will not be tolerated on Rural Housing properties, and
that such action is a material lease violation. All perpetrators will be
evicted, while the victim and other household occupants may remain in
the unit in accordance with eligibility requirements.

The Owner may require any [Tenant or other adult]{.underline} member of
the Tenant household occupying the unit (or other adult or non-adult
person outside the Tenant household who is using the unit) who commits a
drug violation or domestic violence to vacate the leased unit
permanently, within timeframes set by the Owner, and not thereafter
enter upon the Owner's premises or the Tenant's unit without the Owner's
prior consent as a condition for continued occupancy by members of the
Tenant household. The Owner may deny consent for entry unless the person
agrees not to commit a drug violation or domestic violence in the future
and is either actively participating in a counseling or recovery
program, complying with court orders related to a drug violation or
domestic violence, or has completed a counseling or recovery program.

The Owner may require any Tenant to show evidence that any
[non-adult]{.underline} member of the Tenant household occupying the
unit, who committed a drug violation or domestic violence, agrees to not
commit a drug violation or domestic violence in the future, and to show
evidence that the person is either actively seeking or receiving
assistance through a counseling or recovery program, complying with
court orders related to a drug violation, or domestic violence,
completed a counseling or recovery program within timeframes specified
by the Owner as a condition for continued occupancy in the unit. Should
a further drug violation or domestic violence be committed by any
non-adult person occupying the unit the Owner may require the person to
be severed from tenancy as a condition for continued occupancy by the
Tenant.

It is further understood that domestic violence is a material lease
violation. All perpetrators will be evicted, while the victim and other
household occupants may remain in the unit in accordance with
eligibility requirements.

If a person vacating the unit, as a result of the above policies, is one
of the Tenants, the person shall be severed from the tenancy and the
lease shall continue among any other remaining Tenants and the Owner.
The Owner may also, at the option of the Owner, permit another adult
member of the household to be a Tenant.

Should any of the above provisions governing a drug violation be found
to violate any of the laws of the land the remaining enforceable
provisions shall remain in effect. The provisions set out above do not
supplant any rights of tenants afforded by law.

**X. TENANT RESPONSIBILITIES: I AGREE TO\...**

a\) pay the rent each month on or before the 5th without a statement of
billing; and to pay electric bills for this unit to
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_;

b\) not assign this Lease, sublet the unit, transfer possession of the
unit to accommodate boarders or lodgers, and/or not to admit other
members to this household without prior Owner approval. This unit is a
dwelling for only those listed on this Agreement, and is to be used only
for residential purposes, and I will not conduct any business activity
in the unit, or on project grounds;

c\) keep the unit in a safe and sanitary condition and to keep grounds,
parking area, walks and common areas in a neat and orderly fashion; not
to cause damage to the unit; not to make any repairs or alterations to
the unit without prior written consent from the Owner; not to hang
pictures or other articles in a manner disallowed by the Owner; and to
notify the Owner of any damage, or needed repairs;

d\) follow all maintenance procedures, dispose of trash as directed in
the Tenant Handbook/Rules & Regulations, and not to cause damage to this
unit. If damage is caused, I must report this immediately to the Owner
and I will receive billing for repair costs. If I fail to pay for these
costs within 30 days of billing, a separate legal process may be used to
collect the charges due, and I understand that the Owner may also
terminate my tenancy for failure to pay. Intentional damage to the unit,
grounds and/or common areas is cause for lease termination.

e\) allow the Owner or representative to enter the premises during all
reasonable hours to inspect the unit, make necessary or agreed repairs,
decorations, alterations or improvements; supply necessary or agreed
services or exhibit the dwelling unit to prospective or actual
purchasers, mortgagees, tenants, workmen or contractors, or to enter to
determine if the premises are being used in violation of Lease Agreement
terms. Except in the case of emergency or if it is impracticable to do
so, the Owner shall give the Tenant reasonable notice of his intent to
enter and shall enter only at reasonable times. Twenty-four hours is
considered to be a reasonable notice in the absence of evidence to the
contrary, said notice may be verbal, written, or by phone;

f\) NOT store any household items outside the unit; NOT install outside
antennas; NOT keep any gasoline or dangerously flammable materials in
the unit; NOT park non-operating vehicles in the parking lot; NOT bring
in any appliances without Owner approval; NOT create, or allow any acts
or loud noises so as to disturb others, or to interfere in any way with
management personnel, employees, or contractors, in the performance of
their duties; NOT engage in any criminal or drug related activity; and
NOT allow any guests or visitors to engage in any criminal or drug
related activity on the premises.

g\) leave the premises in good condition upon Lease termination,
surrender the unit (and all keys) in good condition, and pay all
damages.

h\) be responsible for the conduct of all family members, guests and
visitors to my household, both in the unit, and on the property of this
project. Notify the Owner if visitors will be staying more than
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ days and receive Owner approval for more than
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ days. An adult person(s) making recurring visits,
or one continuous visit, of 14 days and nights in a 45 day period
without consent of the Owner will be counted as a household member(s).
Notify the Owner of any absence over 14 days in any 60 day period and
agree to allow no one to stay in the unit while absent. I agree that the
Landlord shall have the specific right to limit or bar the presence of
any individual or individuals on the property, who in the determination
of the Owner is a person causing disturbances or who is otherwise
interfering with the rights of quiet enjoyment of other Tenants, or the
Owner's operation and management of the premises. I specifically
acknowledge the Owner's right to bar any such individual or individuals
from the premises.

I\) move to another suitably sized vacant unit within the complex if I
am occupying a unit that is a handicap accessible designated unit, if a
priority applicant wishes this unit due to the accessible features. I/We
acknowledge that priority for such units is given to those needing
special physical design features. Upon receiving a written notice from
the Owner under the provisions of this section, I/we agree to move at
my/our expense within 30 calendar days to the suitable sized vacant
unit, if one is available. I agree to pay the appropriate rental rate
for the unit I/we occupy, and the lease will be modified accordingly.

J\) NOT interfere with other tenants or neighbors in such a manner as to
diminish their right to peaceful enjoyment of the property by adversely
affecting their health, safety, or welfare.

K\) Obey the Rules and Regulations which are reasonably related to the
care and cleanliness of the building and/or safety, comfort and
convenience of the Tenants. The Rules and Regulations are an attachment
to the lease.

L\) NOT violate the civil rights of any person while on the property and
will NOT violate the civil rights or threaten the health and safety of
any management agent employee, contractor or any other person legally
authorized to be on the property.

Tenant further agrees to follow rules regarding:

1\) Office hours

2\) Community lounge and laundry use

3\) Assigned parking

4\) Pets

5\) Rubbish/Garbage Disposal

The regulations are posted on the community bulletin board and
distributed to tenants individually.

**XI. OWNER/MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES**

a\) Maintain the buildings and common grounds in decent, safe and
sanitary condition in accordance with RD regulations, local housing
codes, and Federal fair housing requirements. Provide snow removal,
trash removal, grounds maintenance, cleaning and upkeep of common areas
and hallways at no cost to the Tenant. Repairs to individual units are
to be done at no cost to the Tenant, unless resulting from damage by
Tenant or special projects at the Tenant's request, such as installation
of additional shelves. In those cases, Tenant is to be billed, and the
charges are due within 30 days, unless a mutually agreeable written
payment plan is entered into by the parties.

b\) Furnish the Tenant with a unit, appliances installed (range,
refrigerator) curtain rods and shades or blinds as applicable to RD
plans and specifications. Give the Tenant a written statement of the
condition of the unit based upon an inspection of the unit, to be done
with written notification, prior to move-in. The Tenant may participate
in this inspection. Give Tenant copies of all documents and forms signed
by both parties, or by the Tenant, along with any other pertinent data
(orientation booklet, maintenance procedures, and emergency numbers).

c\) Not to seize and hold the property of the Tenant for rent or other
financial obligations of the Tenant, except in cases of abandonment. In
cases of abandonment, property will be disposed of in accordance with
State of Maine law.

d\) That any Tenant grievance or appeal from Owner decision to terminate
the lease shall be resolved in accordance with procedures consistent
with the RD regulations (7 CFR 3560.160) which are posted in the
community building/bulletin board/laundry room.

e\) Accept rental payments specifically designated as such, without
regard to any other charges owed by the Tenant to the Owner and Owner
may seek separate legal remedy for the collection of such charges.

**XII. LEASE TERMINATION**

a\) BY TENANT:

1\) Tenant has agreed to execute a Lease for one (1) year. Should Tenant
not wish to renew the Lease Agreement, notice in writing must be given
to the Owner/Agent office \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_days prior to Lease
termination. In the event of death or necessary transfer of Tenant to
hospital or nursing home, or under other \"good cause\" (including, but
not limited to: moving to another location for employment, loss of job,
severe illness, death of spouse, or after notification by the borrower
of intent to prepay the RD loan) Owner agrees to accept a 30 day notice
of Lease termination prior to the term of this Lease. In such cases,
should the unit not be re-rented immediately, security deposit money may
be used to cover the loss of rent. After the first term (12 months) of
the Lease, Tenant may give Owner a 30-day notice, in writing, of
intention to vacate on the last day of the month. Tenant will be
responsible for payment of rent and all utilities for the 30-day period.
Tenant agrees that the security deposit money shall not be used for the
last month\'s rent.

b\) BY OWNER:

1\) Owner may terminate this Lease Agreement if there is good cause, one
or more substantial violations of this Lease, or repeated minor
violations of this Lease by the Tenant. Owner may also terminate due to
any misrepresentation by the Tenant upon which rent, income or
eligibility determinations have been based (including information
provided in any application for tenancy) with a written notice to the
Tenant of such termination together with reasons due to
misrepresentation or by reason of failure to provide requested
information.

2\) Substantial violations of this Lease Agreement include, but are not
limited to, non-payment of rent or security deposit; drug law violation;
failure to pay electric bills, resulting in removal or turn-off of
meter; intentional damage being done to the unit, grounds, facilities or
common areas; and other criminal activity. Repeated minor violations of
this Lease Agreement which disrupt the livability of the project, the
health and safety of any person, the right of any Tenant to the quiet
enjoyment of the leased premises and common areas, or have an adverse
financial effect on the project, shall be grounds for Owner termination
of this Lease Agreement.

3\) In order to enforce a forfeiture for non-payment of rent, it shall
not be necessary to make a demand on the same day the rent shall become
due, but a demand and refusal or failure to pay at any time on the same
day or at any time on a subsequent day shall be sufficient. The failure
or omission of the Owner to terminate this Lease for any cause shall not
destroy the right of Owner to do so later for a similar or other cause.
If these premises be so damaged by fire or other casualty so as to be
untenable for any period, the Lease may be terminated, or the premises
repaired, at the sole option of the Owner.

4\) Should Owner decide to terminate the Lease Agreement, a written
notice in accordance with State of Maine law must be given to the
Tenant. For any substantial or repeated violations of the lease,
including, but not limited to, non-payment of rent, a seven day Notice
of Termination would be issued. For other "good cause", a 30-day Notice
of Lease Termination would be issued.

c\) BY EITHER PARTY

> If the unit is damaged by fire, wind, or other, to the extent that the
> unit cannot be lived in and the damage is not caused or made worse by
> the Tenant, the Tenant will be responsible for rent only up to the
> date of the destruction. Additional rent will not accrue until the
> unit has been repaired to a livable condition. In such event, either
> party may terminate this Agreement upon reasonable written notice.

**XIII. MODIFICATION TO LEASE/NOTICE TO TENANTS**

a\) The Owner may modify the terms and conditions of the Lease with RHS
prior consent, by serving an appropriate 60 day notice on the Tenant,
together with the tender of a revised lease or an addendum revising the
existing Lease. This notice and tender shall be delivered to the Tenant
either by first class mail, properly stamped and addressed or
hand-delivered to the premises to an adult member of the household.

b\) The date on which the notice shall be deemed to be received by the
Tenant shall be the date on which the first-class letter is mailed or
the date on which the copy of the notice is delivered to the premises.
The notice must be received at least 30 days prior to the last date on
which the Tenant has the right to terminate the tenancy without
executing the revised Lease. The notice must advise the Tenants that
they may appeal modifications to the Lease in accordance with RD tenant
grievance procedure (RD 3560-2-HBChapter 6, Section 8 {7 CFR 3560.160})
if the modification will result in a denial, substantial reduction or
termination of benefits being received.

c\) The same notification will be applicable to any changes in the rules
and regulations for the project.

d\) This lease, together with the attachments and any future amendments
approved by the RD, evidences the entire Agreement between the Owner and
Tenant(s) and no changes shall be made except in writing. Also, this
Lease together with attachments and amendments will be completed and
executed in duplicate with one copy for the Owner and the other for the
Tenant. Notwithstanding anything in this Lease to the contrary, this
Lease shall in all aspects comply with all federal and state housing
laws applicable to this project and to any relevant RD regulations in
effect from time to time.

**XIV. ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE/PRE-PAYMENT OF RD LOAN/FORECLOSURE:**

a\) In the event of a change in ownership and/or Agent of this property,
this Lease may be assigned to the new ownership and/or Agent. In the
event of pre-payment of the RD loan, the owner/Agent will give Tenant a
six month notice of intent to pre-pay. Tenant contribution to rent may
not be increased for the term of the lease. (The escalation clause for
rent changes approved by RD for budgetary reasons will continue to be
applicable, however.) Any lease signed after notification of intent to
pre-pay, but prior to pre-payment, may be for a term which ends on the
date of pre-payment. All applicable RD procedures will be complied with
in the event of borrower pre-payment.

b\) No change in the Tenant contribution will occur due to monetary or
non-monetary default of the Owner (RD/RHS foreclosure), or when rental
assistance or interest credit, is suspended, canceled, or terminated due
to the borrower\'s fault.

**XV. DISCLAIMER:**

a\) Neither the Owner nor any of its representatives or employees shall
be liable for damage or loss to the property of the Tenant, any member
of the Tenant\'s family or visitors, or personal injury including death
to any person in or near the unit which results from theft, vandalism,
or the elements or any other cause except as a result of intentional
acts or negligence on the part of the Owner, or any of its
representatives or employees.

b\) The Tenant agrees to defend (including payment of attorney's fees
and court costs), indemnify and hold the Owner harmless from any losses,
damages, claims, demands, suits, judgments or liabilities arising from
any injury or resulting from the use of the Premises or common areas by
the tenant, guests, or invitees which are not the result of any acts or
omissions, intentional or negligent, on the part of the Owner or the
Owner's representatives or agents.

**XVI. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS:**

a\) If either party commences a lawsuit against the other to enforce any
provision of this agreement, the successful party may be awarded
reasonable attorney's fees and court costs from the other. Owner
specifically waives the right to recover punitive damages.

XVI\. STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION, FAIR HOUSING, CIVIL RIGHTS:

a\) It is the policy of the Owner to comply fully with existing Federal
and State laws, including Civil Rights Laws, protecting the individual
rights of applicants, tenants, or staff and any laws subsequently
enacted. The Owner does not discriminate in the rental of housing, the
provision of services, or in any other matter based on race, color,
religion, age, sex, ancestry, national origin, disability, familial
status, sexual orientation, or status as a recipient of public
assistance.

**XVII. SIGNATORY CLAUSE:**

a\) This Lease is effective on the Lease date when executed by the
Tenant and Owner (or Managing Agent authorized by the Owner to execute
the Lease and all other documents on its behalf).

b\) By signing this Lease, Tenant agrees that he/she has read the Lease
and enters this Agreement of his/her own free will.

TENANT
SIGNATURE\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

DATE

C0-TENANT
SIGNATURE\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

DATE

OWNER/AGENT
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

DATE

**XVIII. ATTACHMENTS:**

> 1\) Form RD 3560-8 Tenant Certification

2\) RD Housing Allowance for Utilities

3\) Security Deposit Payment Form

4\) Move-in Inspection

5\) Tenant Utility Release Form

6\) Rules and Regulations

7\) Rules on Pets

8\) Energy Efficiency Disclosure Form

ATTACHMENT #2

**HOUSING ALLOWANCES FOR UTILITIES AND OTHER PUBLIC SERVICES**

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

PART II

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

BLOCK A BLOCK B

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Name of Tenant Allowance for utilities

and services billed

directly to and paid by

Tenant per month

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Address of Tenant

\# of bedrooms\_\_\_\_ Heating\...\...\...\...\.....\$\_\_\_\_\_

Air Cond\...\...\...\...\.... \_\_\_\_\_

You will be billed Cooking\...\...\...\...\..... \_\_\_\_\_

directly for utilities and Other elec\...\...\...\..... \_\_\_\_\_

service charges. Block B Water heating\...\.... \_\_\_\_\_

sets forth the allowance Water\...\...\...\...\...\..... \_\_\_\_\_

credited in your rent for Sewer\...\...\...\...\...\.... \_\_\_\_\_

the payment of utilities. Trash collec\...\...\.... \_\_\_\_\_

You may be billed for more Other (specify)\...\.... \_\_\_\_\_

or less than shown in Block

B depending on your use of

utilities.

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Signature of owner/agent TOTAL \$\_\_\_\_\_

Date\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

ATTACHMENT #3

**SECURITY DEPOSIT FORM**

A security deposit is required for all tenants in this project. The
required deposit is equal to one month\'s basic rent or
\$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. This deposit will be placed in a tenant
security deposit trust account for the term of occupancy by the Tenant.
Interest will be accrued at the passbook rate from the date of payment
in full. At the time of move-out, after a unit inspection of the
premises has been conducted, a determination of refund will be made. Any
charges to the Tenant will be deducted. After these deductions, if any,
any or all deposit money remaining will be refunded within 30 days.

**TENANT**\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
**UNIT \#** \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**MOVE-IN DATE** \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**REQUIRED SECURITY DEPOSIT \$** \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

PAYMENTS DUE: MADE:

> \$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ DATE \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
> \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ DATE \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ DATE \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ DATE \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ DATE \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\$\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ DATE \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

If the deposit is made in installments, the entire amount must be paid
in full within \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_days of move-in, unless Tenant
qualifies for Rental Assistance. In such cases, a payment plan for up to
12 months will be allowed, if necessary.

**DATE PAID IN FULL** \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF SECURITY DEPOSIT POLICY:**

**TENANT SIGNATURE**
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**LANDLORD SIGNATURE**
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

ATTACHMENT #4 (page 1)

**UNIT INSPECTION REPORT**

PROJECT NAME:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_LOCATION\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

TENANT\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_UNIT
#\_\_\_\_\_\_\_# OF BEDROOMS\_\_\_\_\_\_

DATE OF INSPECTION\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_PERFORMED
BY\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

DESCRIPTION ACCEPTABLE REPAIRS NEEDED/

YES NO COMMENTS

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**KITCHEN**

Ceiling \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Walls \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Floor \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Cabinets \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Counters \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Range/Stove \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Refrigerator \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Sink \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Electrical \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Other \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**BATHROOM**

Doors \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Walls \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Ceiling \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Floor \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Toilet \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Sink \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Tub/Shower \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Electrical \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Cabinets \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Other \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**LIVING/DINING AREAS**

Doors \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Walls \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Floor \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Ceiling \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Windows \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Electrical \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Other \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

ATTACHMENT #4 (page 2)

**UNIT INSPECTION REPORT \-- Page 2**

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

DESCRIPTION ACCEPTABLE REPAIRS NEEDED/

YES NO COMMENTS

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**BEDROOM #1**

Doors \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Walls \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Floor \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Ceiling \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Electrical \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Closet \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Windows \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Other \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**BEDROOM #2**

Doors \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Walls \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Ceiling \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Floor \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Electrical \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Windows \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Closet \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Other \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

BEDROOM #3

Doors \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Walls \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Ceiling \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Floor \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Electrical \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Windows \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Closet \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Other \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

ATTACHMENT #4 (page 3)

**UNIT INSPECTION REPORT \-- Page 3**

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

DESCRIPTION ACCEPTABLE REPAIRS NEEDED/

YES NO COMMENTS

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**GENERAL**

Thermostats \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Stove fan \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Bathroom fan \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Baseboard heat \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Water heater \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Hallways \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Walk-in closets \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Stairs \_\_\_ \_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Unit door \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Doorbell \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Smoke detector \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Unit alarms \_\_\_ \_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Other

**CERTIFICATION**

I certify that this report correctly represents the conditions of the
above identified unit.

TENANT(S) \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

OWNER/AGENT
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

ATTACHMENT #5

**PERMISSION TO OBTAIN UTILITY RECORDS**

Tenants of this project are required by the Lease Agreement to pay the
electric utility costs. A utility allowance is in effect for this
property. Non-subsidized tenants benefit from this allowance so long as
giving all or part of the allowance does not bring the rental amount
below the required minimum payment. Any subsidized tenant receives the
full benefit of the allowance.

At least annually, per program regulations, an analysis of the utility
costs must be completed to determine average kilowatt use and whether or
not the current allowance figure is sufficient. The easiest way to
complete this data is to obtain information directly from the utility
company. The release form below is considered a Lease Attachment and
gives the utility company approval to release information needed. In
addition, it authorizes management to check that all electric utilities
are paid as per the Lease Agreement.

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**RELEASE OF INFORMATION\-\--RESIDENTS OF**
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

I/We authorize \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_or any
appointed representative of
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ to obtain utility data as
needed for my/our apartment at this project.

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_has
my/our permission to release the requested information regarding utility
use and/or payments during my/our tenancy in this project.

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Tenant signature Unit \# Date

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Co-Tenant signature Unit \# Date

ATTACHMENT #8

**Energy Efficiency Disclosure Form for Rental Units in Maine**

> **Address of Rental Unit:
> \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**
>
> **This rental unit \_\_\_ meets/\_\_\_ does not meet/\_\_\_partially
> meets** *(check one)* **the minimum energy efficiency guidelines
> suggested below for rental units in Maine.**

You can expect your energy bills to be lower if your dwelling is
insulated and has efficient appliances. There are several factors that
affect energy costs. The areas below are the most important ones and
indicate where this dwelling exceeds, meets, or falls below minimum
efficiency guidelines suggested for Maine. *The* ***bold*** *items below
are* *[suggested]{.underline}* *minimum guidelines.*

**[Heating Systems]{.underline}**

***Space Heat***

**Tested heating system efficiency** (minimum: 82%) \_\_\_\_% \_\_\_
unknown Test date: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**Exposed pipes or ducts in unheated crawl space insulated? \_**\_\_ yes
\_\_\_ no

Heating fuels: \_\_\_ oil \_\_\_ natural gas \_\_\_ propane \_\_\_
kerosene \_\_\_ wood \_\_\_ electric \_\_\_ other

***Water Heat***

**Accessible domestic hot water pipes insulated?** \_\_\_ yes \_\_\_ no

Fuels: \_\_\_ oil \_\_\_ natural gas \_\_\_ propane \_\_\_ solar \_\_\_
electric \_\_\_ other

**[Insulation]{.underline}**

***Walls***

**Insulated?** (minimum: cavity filled) \_\_\_ filled \_\_\_ partially
filled \_\_\_ no insulation \_\_\_ unknown

Insulation thickness: \_\_\_ less than 3" \_\_\_ 3-6" \_\_\_ more than
6"

***Ceiling***

**Insulated?** (minimum: R-38 or cavity filled) \_\_\_ filled \_\_\_
partially filled \_\_\_ no insulation \_\_\_ unknown

Insulation thickness: \_\_\_ inches or R-\_\_\_\_

***Floors over unheated areas***

**Insulated?** (minimum: R-21 or cavity filled) \_\_\_ filled \_\_\_
partially filled \_\_\_ no insulation \_\_\_ unknown

***Basement wall***

Insulated? (minimum: 2' below grade) \_\_\_ yes \_\_\_ no \_\_\_ unknown

**[Windows and Doors]{.underline}**

***Windows*** (minimum: 2 panes of glass) \_\_\_ single pane \_\_\_
single + storm \_\_\_ double (DG) \_\_\_ DG + low-e

\_\_\_ (DG + low-e + argon gas) \_\_\_ triple or better

***Doors*** (minimum: insulated or with storm) \_\_\_ insulated \_\_\_
storm \_\_\_ insulated + storm \_\_\_ neither

**[Appliances]{.underline}**

***Refrigerator*** (minimum: post-1995) \_\_\_ yes \_\_\_ no \_\_\_
unknown \_\_\_ Energy Star rated

***Gas stove*** (suggested electronic ignition) \_\_\_ electronic
ignition \_\_\_ pilot light \_\_\_ no gas stove

You have the right to obtain a 12-month history of electricity used by
this rental unit by calling your local electric company. If this unit
uses natural gas, you have the right to obtain a 12-month history of
natural gas used by the unit by calling your local natural gas company.

For further information about energy efficiency, contact ***Efficiency
Maine, 1-866-376-2463***

***Signatures:*** **Landlord:**
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ **Tenant:**
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ **Date:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**

***This information is accurate to the best of the landlord's
knowledge.***

***Other comments about the unit's efficiency:
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ATTACHMENT #8 Continued

**Guidelines and Explanation of Terms**

***Tested heating system efficiency (minimum 82%):*** This is the
combustion efficiency test typically performed by a heating technician
when servicing and cleaning the burner.

***Floors over unheated areas:*** Examples are an enclosed porch or a
crawlspace. Doesn't refer to a basement.

***Basement wall:*** Basements in many new buildings are insulated all
the way to the floor or footings (full height). Older buildings may have
poor soil drainage, e.g. a wet basement. To avoid potential foundation
damage from damp soils freezing and expanding, it is generally
considered safe to insulate to 1'-2' below ground level. This still
saves considerable energy.

***Windows:*** Sealed double glazing sometimes has gas fill such as
argon or krypton. Low-e storm windows are also available. Either exceeds
the basic single glass + storm.

***Doors:*** A solid wood door is only a bit more insulating than a
single pane of glass. Adding a storm door cuts heat loss in half. An
insulated door can equal almost 10 panes of glass.

***Refrigerator:*** Refrigerators made before 1995 have the make and
model information on a metal plate inside, usually on the door. From
1995 on, the information is on a sheet of metal *foil*.

***Gas stove:*** According to the U.S. Department of Energy, piloted gas
burners can use more than twice the energy used by electric ignition gas
burners.