Opinion

Regina Sophus v. Houston Police Department Homicide Division and New Hope Housing

Court: Texas Court of Appeals, 1st District (Houston)
Filed: Feb 11, 2015
Status: Published
Cited by: 0 cases

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Suspects:

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Valetta Brossard*

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Larry Ware Arlan Deckard

Don Surrono District Attorney

Luther Ihgrim Kevin Wilson "Skipper"

"Cooney" Deloris William Anderous Alexander "Nip"

J.B. Conelluis Larry Bird

Monica Jone FBI Alice Fowler at Guard Stack

Suspects using Madisonville, TX, Cardiography, HPD Station. Suspects pointing the finger upon using

Regina Sophus; 3643 N. MacGregor Way Houston, TX accomplish all they did.

2/2/15 12:58 Continuation Move-In on 1/16/15

#1037 Playing and pretending they doing a job... using Regina Sophus and daughters upstairs... Using

equipment, flen, satellite, if hiding behind amplified. Tamper with brain ultarmentation, stake out

#1037. Please record equipment

(Suspect) J.B. Connelluis

Notified HPD play like I gave wrong Apt. # and address; Plays on phone 281.222.8105

Brain ultarmentation consist of covering up the truth! Brain ultarmentation told suspects, more of....

and about lawsuit... Computer programming of using kevcards.

#1037 For threats....

using my daughter

stakeout until every keycard is demolished. These people have a problem and yes are guilty.... Of

trying their hardest to cover up lawsuit.

Keycards consist of: the original reading of the truth, as to how Regina Sophus was used. I, Regina

Sophus, have every exhibit after suspects' stakeout of swindling

Keycards consist of:

re-recording over

instilment of fraud

creating fraud recording

Suspects continue to use Bigtime Fugitive to use Regina Sophus...New Hope 320 Hamilton St Houston,

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:"]his\meContractisyalldonlyiffilledoUbefo'eJanuary 12016, ~j

TEXAS APARTMENT ASSOCIATION Apartment Lease Contract

This Is abinding contract. Read carefully before signing.

Date of Lease Contract -January 9. 2015

(when this Lease Contract isfilled out)

irtg In — Genera! Information Prorated rent ofs 432.00 js due for the remainder ofthe

[checkone]: eb 1st month oro2nd month, on the day of

1. Parties. This Lease Contract ("Lease") is between you, the ; __ (month) .(year).

resident(s) (list allpeople signing theLease): You must payyourrent on orbefore the 1st day ofeach month

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(due date), there is no grace period. Cash is not acceptable

without ourprior written permission. You cannot withhold or

offsetrent unless authorizedbylaw. We may, at our option, re

quire atany time that you pay all rent and other sums in cash,

certified or cashier's check, money order, or one monthly check

and us, theowner: ComCapp Timberstona t.t.c- rather than multiple checks. If you don't pay all rent on or be

fore the.—3rd day ofthe month, you'll pay an initial late

charge of $. 50. QO -,plus adaily late charge of $ 10.00

v per day after that date until the amount due is paid in full. Daily

(name of apartment community or title holder). You are late charges cannot exceed 15 days for any single month's rent.

renting Apartment No. 1027 rat 4200 Cypress. We won't impose late charges until at least the third day of the

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month. You'll also pay acharge of$_JjO_jBjO_for each returned

(street address) in. Houston check or rejected electronic payment, plus initial and daily late

(city), Texas 77068 (zip code) for use as a private residence charges, until we receive acceptable payment Ifyou don't pay

only. The terms "you" and "your" refer toall residents listed above rent on time, you'll be in default and subject to all remedies

or, in the event ofasole resident's death, tosomeone authorized under state law and this Lease. If you violate theanimal restric

to actfor theestate. The terms "we," "us," and "our" refer tothe tions of Par. 27 or other animal rules, you'll pay an initial charge

owner listed above and not to property managers oranyone else. of $. J.Q0.QQ per animal (not to exceed $100 per animal) and

Neither we noranyofourrepresentatives have made anyoral a daily charge of $ 10.00 per animal (not to exceed $10 per

promises, representations, oragreements. This Leaseistheen day per animal) from the date the animal was brought into your

tireagreement between youandus. apartment until itis removed. We!ll also have all otherremedies

for such violations.

2. Occupants.The apartment will be occupied only by you and (list

allother occupants notsigning the Lease): 7. Utilities and Services. We'll pay for the.following items, if

-Above Only , checked: a gas • water nwastewater • electricity

• trash/recycling a cable/satellite • master antenna

• Internet • stormwater/drainage

—and no one else. Anyone not listed here cannot stay in the • other ....

apartment for more than 7 consecutive days without our You'll pay for all other utilities and services, related deposits, and

prior.written consent, and no more than twice that many days in any charges or fees on such utilities and services during your

any one month. Ifthe previous space isn't filled in, 2days total Lease term. See Par. 12 for other related provisions regarding util

permonth will be the limit. ities and services.

3. Lease Term. The initial term ofthe Lease begins on the 16th 8. Insurance. Ourinsurance doesn't cover the loss ofordamage

day of ^— January (month), toyoufpersonal[property. You are [check one]:

2.015—(year), and ends at midnight the ___3ia£__ day Hrequired to buy and maintain renter's or liability insurance

of October _____(month), 20is fypari (seeattached addendum), or

After that, this Lease will automatically renew month-to-month un Dnot required to buy renter's orliability insurance.

less either party gives atleast 60 days' written notice oftermi Ifneitheroption is checked, insurance isnotrequiredbutis still

nation orintent tomove outas required by Par. 36. ifthenumberof strongly recommended. Even ifnot required, we urge you to

daysisn't filled in, notice ofatleast 30 days is required. getyour own insurance for losses due to theft, fire, water, pipe

Security Deposit. The total security deposit for all resi leaks, andsimilaroccurrences. Renter's insurance doesn't cover

dents is $ 2QQ.QQ, due on or before the datethis Lease is losses due toaflood. Information on renter's insurance is avail

signed. This amount [check one]: • does or is does not in able from theTexas Department ofInsurance.

clude an animal deposit. Any animal deposit will be desig 9. Special Provisions. The following orattached special provisions

nated in an animal addendum. Security-deposit refund and any addenda or written rules furnished to you at or before

check and any deduction itemizations will be by [check one]:

Hone checkjointly payable to all residents and mailed to any signing will become apart ofthis Lease and will supersede any

one resident we choose, or conflicting provisions ofthis printed Lease form.

a one check payable toand mailed to If lease ia nnt renews, a ft»nn mtm foa

wil 1 he rhRrrfert <aar»Vi mrm+h tf p»y>cf nf

(specify nameofone resident). current fiion .nno propo^y n^miy'

If neither option is checked here, the first option applies. See inanr«nce is nnt- zsta^ehjag^agmt^ =

Par. 40and 41 forsecurity-deposit return information. $75 riqk nRsessment- ff>* win k„ nharjnrf

5. Keys, Move-Out, and Furniture. You'll be given _2_apart- each month. Kn parliaJ paynanfS

ment key(s), —1 mailbox key(s), and: other access de accepted ; a

vices for SataRemotfl _

Before moving out, you must give ourrepresentative advance

writtenmove-outnotice as stated In Par. 36. The move-out

date in your notice [check one]: a must be the last day ofthe

month, orJS may be the exact day designated in your notice. If

neither option is checked here, the second applies. Any resident,

occupant, orspouse who, according toa remaining resident's af 10. Unlawful Early Move-Out And Reletting Charge.

fidavit, has permanently moved outoris under court order not 10.1 Your Responsibility. You'll be liable for areletting charge

to enter the apartment, is (at our option) no lonaer entitled tn Of $ 734 . AG (nnt tn avraaA B50«. nf tko U:«u„*

10.2 Not aRelease. The reletting charge is neither aLease can 13.2 Indemnification byYou. You'll defend, indemnify and

cellation nor a buyout fee. Itis a liquidated amount cover hold us harmless from all liability arising from your

ing only part ofour damages—for our.time, effort, and ex conduct or that ofyour invitees, your occupants, your

pense in finding and processing a replacement resident. guests, orour representatives who atyour request per

These damages are uncertain and hard to ascertain^- form services notcontemplatedin this Lease.

particularly those relating to inconvenience, paperwork,

advertising, showing apartments, utilities for showing, 13.3 Damage and Wastewater Stoppage. Unless damage

checking prospects, overhead, marketing costs, and lo orwastewater stoppageisdueto ournegligence, we're

cator-service fees. You agree thatthe reletting charge is a notliable for—and you must pay for—repairs, replace

reasonable estimate of our damages and that the charge ments, and damage ofthe following kind ifoccurring

is due whether or not our reletting attempts succeed. If during the Lease term orrenewal period: (A) damage to

no amount isstipulated, you must payour actual relet doors, windows, orscreens; (B) damage from windows

ting costs as far as they can be determined. The reletting ordoors leftopen; and (C) damage from wastewater

charge doesn't release you from continued liability for fu stoppages caused byimproper objects in lines exclusive

ture orpast-due rent; charges for cleaning, repairing, re lyserving yourapartment.

painting, ordealing with unreturned keys; orother sums 13.4 No Waiver. We may require payment atany time, includ

due.

ing advance payment torepair damage that youare liable

11.Security Devices. for. Delay in demanding sums you owe Is not awaiver.

11.1 What We Provide. Texas Property Code sees. 92.151, 14. Contractual Lien and Property Left inApartment.

92.153, and 92.154 require, with some exceptions, that 14.1 Lien AgainstYour Property for Rent. Allpropertyin the

we provide atno costtoyou when occupancybegins: (A) apartment (unless exempt under Texas Property Code

awindowlatch on each window; (B) adoorvlewer (peep sec. 54.042)is subjectto acontractuallien tosecure pay

hole) on each exteriordoor; (C) apin lockon each sliding ment ofdelinquent rent (except as prohibited by Texas

door; (D) either adoor-handle latch orasecurity bar on Government Code sec. 2306.6738, for owners support

each sliding door; (E) akeyless bolting device (deadbolt) ed by housing-tax-credit allocations). For this purpose,

on each exterior door; and (F) either akeyed doorknob "apartment" excludes common areas butincludes thein

lock orakeyed deadbolt lock on one entry door. Keyed terior living areas and exterior patios, balconies, attached

locks will berekeyedafter the priorresident moves out. garages, andany storerooms for your exclusive use.

The rekeying will bedone either before you move in or

within 7days afteryou movein, as requiredbylaw. Ifwe 14.2 Removal AfterWe Exercise Lien for Rent. Ifyourrentis

fail to installorrekeysecuritydevices asrequiredbylaw, delinquent, ourrepresentativemaypeacefullyenterthe

you have theright to doso anddeduct thereasonable apartment, and remove and/or store allproperty sub

cost from your next rent payment under Texas Proper ject to lien. All property in the apartment is presumed to

ty Code sec. 92,165(1). We maydeactivate ornotinstall be yours unless proved otherwise. After the property is re

keyless bolting devices on your doors if(A) you or an oc moved, awritten notice of entry must be left in aconspic

cupantin the dwelling Is over55ordisabled, and(B) the uous place in theapartment—including a list ofitems re

requirements ofTexas PropertyCode sec. 92.153(e) or(f) moved, the amount of delinquent rent due, and the name,

are satisfied. address, and phone number oftheperson tocontact. The

11.2 Who Pays What. We'll pay'for missing security devices notice must also state that the property will be promptly

that are required bylaw. You'lloav for-fAJrekevina that returned when thedelinquent rent is fully paid.

VOUreauestfunlesswefailedtorpkeynfiertheprevinM 14.3 Removal After Surrender, Abandonment, orEviction.

residentmovedout):and(B>ri>Bair*nrreolacemehHhfr We, or law officers, may remove or store all property re

cam* Qfmisuse or damage bvvou orvour family. w»fr maining in the apartment or in common areas (including

occupants, orvour quests, You must pay immediately any vehicles you or any occupant or guest owns or uses) if

after thework is done unless state law authorizes advance you're judicially evicted orifyou surrender orabandon the

payment. You must also pay in advance for any additional apartment (seedefinitions in Par. 41),

orchanged security devices you request. 14.4 Storage.

12. Other Utilities and Services. Television channels that are pro (A) No duty. We'll store property removed under a con

vided may be changed during the Lease term if the change tractual lien. We may—but we have no duty to—store

applies toall residents. You may use utilities only for normal property removed afterjudicial eviction, surrender, or

household purposes and must not waste them. If your electric abandonment ofthe apartment.

ity is interrupted, you must use only battery-operated lighting (B) Wo liability. We're not liablefor casualty, loss, damage,

(no flames). You must not allow any utilities (other than cable ortheft, except for property removed under acontrac

tual lien.

or Internet) to be cut off or switched for any reason—including

disconnection for not paying your bills—until the Lease term (C) Charges you pay. You must pay reasonable charges

or renewal period ends. Ifautility is submetered or prorated by for our packing, removing, storing, and selling of any

anallocation formula, we'll attach anaddendum to this Lease property.

in compliance with state-agency rules. If a utility is individual (D) Our lien. We have alien on all property removed and

ly metered, itmust be connected in your name and you must stored after surrender, abandonment, orjudicial evic

notify theprovider ofyour move-out date so themeter can be tion for all sums you owe, with one exception: our

timely read. If you delay getting it turned on in your name by lien on property listed under Texas Property Code

the Lease's startdate orcause itto betransferred back into our sec. 54.042 is limited tocharges for packing, removing,

name before you surrender or abandon the apartment, you'll and storing.

be liable for a $JfLJlQ_ charge (not toexceed $50 per viola 14.5 Redemption.

tion), plus theactual orestimated costofthe utilities used while (A) Property onwhich wehave alien. If we've seized and

the utility should have been connected in your name. If you're storedproperty undera contractual lien forrentasau

in anarea open tocompetition and your apartment is individu thorized by law, you may redeem the property by pay

ally metered, you may choose or change your retail electric pro ingall delinquent rentdue at the timeofseizure. But if

vider at any time. If you qualify, your provider will bethesame notice ofsale (see Par. 14.6(C)) is given before you seek

as ours, unless you choose adifferent provider. Ifyou do choose redemption, you may redeem only by paying the de

or change your provider, you must give uswritten notice. You linquent rent plus our reasonable charges for packing,

must pay all applicable provider fees, including any fees to removing, and storing.

change service back into our name after you move out. (B) Propertyremovedaftersurrender, abandonment, or

judicialeviction. If we've removed and stored proper

Special Provisions and "What if" Clauses tyafter surrender, abandonment, orjudicial eviction,

you may redeem only by paying all sums you owe, in

13. Damages and Reimbursement. cluding rent, late charges, reletting charges, storage

charges, damages, etc

13.1 Damage in the Apartment Community. You must (C) Place and payment for return. We may return re

promptly pay or reimburse us for loss, damage, conse- deemed property at the place ofstorage, the manaoe-

(1) leftin the apartment aftersurrender or abandon

ment; or While You're Living in the Apartment

(2) left outside more than 1hour after writ ofposses

sion is executed, following judicial eviction. 19. Community Policies and Rules.

(B) Animals. An animal removed aftersurrender, aban 19.1 Generally. Our rules areconsidered partofthis Lease.

donment, oreviction may be kenneled orturned over You, your occupants, and your guests must comply with all

toa local authority, humane society, orrescue organi written apartment rules andcommunity policies, includ

zation.

ing instructions for care ofour property. We may regulate:

tocharity may bedisposed ofonly by sale, which must duct offurniture movers and delivery persons; and (C) ac

beheld nosooner than 30 days after written notice of tivities in common areas. We may make reasonable chang

the date, time, and place of sale is sent by both regu es to written rules, and those rules can becomeeffective

lar mail and certified mail (return receipt requested) to immediately if the rules are distributed and applicable to

your last known address. The notice must itemize the all units in the apartment community and do not change

amountsyouoweand provide the name, address, and thedollar amounts onpages 1or2ofthis Lease.

phone number ofthe person tocontact about the sale,

the amount owed, and your right to redeem the prop 19.2 SomeSpecifics. Your apartment andother areas reserved

erty. The sale may be public or private; is subjecttoany for your private use must be kept clean. Trash must be dis

third-party ownership or lien claims; must be to the posed ofatleast weekly in appropriate receptacles in ac

highest cash bidder; and may be in bulk, in batches, or cordance with local ordinances. Passageways may be used

item-by-item. If the proceeds from the sale aremore only for entry or exit. Any swimming pools, saunas, spas,

thanyou owe, the excess amount must be mailed to tanning beds, exercise rooms, storerooms, laundry rooms,

you at your last known address within 30days after and similar areas must be used with care in accordance

sale. with apartment rules and posted signs.

15. Failing to Pay First Month's Rent. If you don't pay the first 19.3 Limitations on Conduct. Glass containers are prohib

month's rent when or before the Lease begins, all future rent for ited in or near pools and all other common areas. Within

theLease term will beautomatieally accelerated without notice the apartment community, you, your occupants, and your

and become immediately due. We also may end your right of guests must not usecandles or kerosene lamps or heaters

occupancy and recover damages, future rent, reletting charg without ourprior written approval, orcook on balconies

es, attorney's fees, court costs, and other lawful charges. Our oroutside. You, your occupants, and your guests must not

rights, remedies and duties under Par. 10 and 32 apply toaccel solicit business or contributions. Conducting any kind of

eration underthisparagraph. business (including child-care services) in your apartment

or in the apartment community is prohibited—except

16. Rent Increases and Lease Changes. No rent increases orLease that any lawful business conducted "at home" by comput

changes are allowed before the initial Lease term ends, except er, mail, or telephone is permissible if customers, clients,

for those allowed by special provisions in Par. 9, by awritten ad patients, or other business associates do not come to your

dendum or amendment signed by you and us, or by reasonable apartmentforbusiness purposes.

changes of apartment rules allowed under Par. 19. If, atleast 5

days before the advance-notice deadline referred toin Par. 3 we 19.4 Exclusion ofPersons. We may exclude from the apart

give you written notice of rent increases or Lease changes that ment community any guests orothers who, in our judg

become effective when the Lease term or renewal period ends ment, have been violating the law, violating this Lease or

this Lease will automatically continue month-to-month with the our rules, or disturbing other residents, neighbors, visitors

Increased rent or Lease changes. The new modified Lease will orowner representatives. We may also exclude from any

begin on the date stated in the notice (without needing your outside area orcommon area anyone who refuses toshow

signature) unless you give us written move-out notice under photo identification or refuses to identify himselfor herself

Par. 36. The written move-out notice under Par. 36 applies only as a resident, an occupant, or aguest ofaspecific resident

in the community.

tothe end ofthe current Lease orrenewal period.

17. Delay of Occupancy. 19.5 Notice of Convictions and Registration. You must no

tify us within 15 days if you or any of your occupants are

17.1 Lease Remains In Force. We are not responsible for any convicted of(A) anyfelony, or(B) any misdemeanor involv

delay of your occupancy caused by construction, repairs, ing a controlled substance, violence to another person,

cleaning, or a previous resident's holding over. This Lease or destruction of property. You must also notify us with

will remain in force subject to: in 15 days ifyou orany ofyour occupants register as asex

(A) abatement of rent on adaily basis during delay, and offender. Informing us ofa criminal conviction orsex-of

(B) your right toterminate the lease in writing as set forth fender registration doesn't waive any rights we may have

below. against you.

17.2 Your Termination Rights. Termination notice must be in 20. Prohibited Conduct. You, your occupants, and your guests

writing. After termination, you are entitled only torefund maynot engage inthe following activities:

ofany deposits) and any rent you paid. Rent abatement or (a) criminal conduct; manufacturing, delivering, or pos

Lease termination does not apply if the delay is for clean sessing acontrolled substance or drug paraphernalia;

ing or repairs that don't prevent you from moving into the engaging in orthreatening violence; possessing a

apartment. weapon prohibited by state law; discharging afirearm

17.3 Notice ofDelay. If there is adelay of your occupancy and in the apartment community; or displaying or possess

we haven't given notice of delay as set forth immediately ing a gun, knife, orother weapon in thecommon area

below, you may terminate this Lease uptothedate when ina way that may alarm others;

theapartment is ready for occupancy, butnotlater. (b) behaving in a loud orobnoxious manner;

(a) If we give written notice toany ofyou or your occu (0 disturbing orthreatening the rights, comfort, health,

pants when orafter the Lease begins—and the notice safety, or convenience ofothers (including our agents

states that occupancy has been delayed because of and employees) in or near the apartment community;

construction oraprevious resident's holding over, and (d) disrupting our business operations;

that the apartment will beready on a specific date— (e) storing anything in closets containing gas appliances;

you may terminate the Lease within 3 days after you (f) tampering with utilities ortelecommunications;

receive written notice, but no later. (9) bringing hazardous materials Into the apartment com^

(b) Ifwe give any ofyou written notice before thedate the munity;

Lease begins and the notice statesthat a construction (h) using windows forentryorexit;

delay is expected and that the apartment will be ready (0 heating the apartment with agas-operated cooking

for you tooccupy on a specific date, you may termi stove or oven; or

nate the Lease within 7days after receiving written no- (J) injuring our reputation by making bad-faith allega

tice, but no later. Thereadiness date statedinthe writ tions against us to others.

tennotice becomes thenew effective Lease datefor all 21. Parking. We may regulate the time, manner, and place of park

purposes.This new date can't be moved to an earlier ing all cars, trucks, motorcycles, bicycles, boats, trailers, and rec-

(d) belongs to a resident or occupant who has surren 24. Resident Safety and Loss.

deredorabandonedthe apartment;

(e) is in ahandicapped space without thelegally required 24.1 Disclaimer. We disclaim any express orimplied war

handicapped insignia; ranties ofsecurity. We care about your safety and that of

(f) is in a space marked for office visitors, managers, or other occupants and guests. You agree to make every ef

staff; fort tofollow any Security Guidelines Addendum attached

(g) blocks another vehicle from exiting; tothis Lease. No securitysystem isfailsafe. Even thebest

(h) is in afire lane ordesignated "no parking" area; system can'tpreventcrime. Alwaysact asifsecuritysys

(i) is in aspace marked for another resident or apartment; tems don't exist since they are subject tomalfunction,

0) is onthegrass, sidewalk, orpatio; tampering, andhuman error. The bestsafety measures

(k) blocks agarbage truck from access toadumpster; aretheones youtake asamatterofcommon sense and

habit.

(I) has no current license, registration, or inspection stick

erand we have given you at least 10 days' notice that 24.2 Your Duty of Due Care. You, your occupants, and your

the vehicle will betowedifnot removed; or guests must exercise due care for your own and others'

(m) is notmoved toallow parking lot maintenance. safety and security, especially in using smoke alarms and

22. Release of Resident. other detection devices, door and window locks, and other

22.1 Generally. You mayhave theright under Texas lawto safety orsecurity devices. Window screens are notfor se

curity orto keep people from falling outofwindows.

terminate the Lease earlyin certain situationsInvolv

ing family violence, certain sexual offenses, orstalking. 24.3 Alarm and Detection Devices.

Otherwise, unless you're entitled to terminate this Lease (A) Whatwe'lldo. Well furnish smoke alarms orother de

under Par. 9,17,23,31, or 36, you won't be released from tection devices required by law orcity ordinance. We

this Lease for any reason—including voluntary orinvolun may install additional detectors not so required. We'li

tary school withdrawal or transfer, voluntary or involuntary test them and provide working batteries when you

job transfer, marriage, separation, divorce, reconciliation, first take possession ofyour apartment. Upon request,

loss ofcoresidents, loss of employment, bad health, prop we'll provide, as required by law, asmoke alarm capa

erty purchase,or death. • " ble ofalerting aperson with ahearing-impairment dis

ability.

22.2 Death of Sole Resident. If you are thesole resident and (B) Your duties. You must pay for and replace batteries as

die during the Lease term, an authorized representative needed, unless the law provides otherwise. We may re

of your estate may terminate the Lease without penalty place dead or missing batteries atyour expense, with

bygiving at least 30days' written notice. Your estatewill out prior notice toyou. You must immediately report

beliable for paying rent until thelatter of: (A) thetermina alarm or detector malfunctions to us. Neither you nor

tion date or (B) removal of all possessions in the apartment. others may disable alarms or detectors. If you dam

Your estate will also be liable for all charges and damages age or disable the smoke alarm, or remove a bat

until the apartment is vacated, and any removal or storage tery withoutreplacing itwith aworking battery, you

costs.

may beliable tous under Texas Property Code sec.

23. Military Personnel. 92.2611 for$100plusonemonth's rent,actualdam

23.1 Termination Rights. You mayhave the rightunder Texas ages, and attorney's fees. You'll be liable to us and

lawto terminate theLease incertain situations involv others ifyou fail to report malfunctions, orfail to report

ing militarydeployment ortransfer. You may terminate any loss, damage, or fines resulting from fire, smoke, or

water.

the Lease ifyou enlist, aredrafted into, or are commis

sioned in theU.S. Armed Forces. You also may terminate 24.4 Loss. Unless otherwise required by law, we're notliable

the Lease if: toany resident, guest, or occupant for personal injury or

(a) you are (1) a member ofthe U.S. Armed Forces or Re damage, loss ofpersonal property, orloss ofbusiness or

serves on activeduty, or (2) a member of the National personal income, from any cause, including fire, smoke,

Guard called toactive duty for more than 30 days in re rain, flood, water leaks, hail, ice, snow, lightning, wind, ex

sponse toa national emergency declared bythe Presi plosions, interruption ofutilities, pipe leaks, theft, vandal

dent; and ism, and negligent orintentional acts ofresidents, occu

(b) you (1) receive orders for a permanent change ofsta pants, orguests. We have noduty to remove any ice, sleet,

tion, (2) receive orders todeploy with a military unit or orsnow but may remove any amount with orwithout no

as an individual in support ofa military operation for tice. Unless we instruct otherwise, during freezing weather

90daysor more, or(3) are relieved or released from ac you must for 24 hours a day: (A) keep theapartment heat

tive duty. ed to at least 50° Fahrenheit, (B) keep cabinet and clos

23.2How to Terminate Under This Par. 23. You must fur et doors open, and (C) drip hot-andcold-water faucets.

nish us acopy of your military orders, such as permanent- You'll be liable for any damage to our and others' property

change-of-station orders, call-up orders, or deployment caused by broken water pipes due toyour violating these

requirements.

orders (or letter equivalent). Military permission for base

housing doesn't constitute a permanent-change-of-sta- 24.5 Crime or Emergency. Immediately dial 911 orcall local

tion order. You must deliver to us your written termination medical-emergency, fire, orpolice personnel in case of

notice, afterwhich the Lease will beterminated underthis accident, fire, smoke, suspected criminal activity, or any

military clause 30 days after the date your next rental pay other emergency involving imminent harm. You should

ment is due. After your move-out, we'll return your secu then contact our representative. None ofour security mea

ritydeposit,less lawful deductions. sures arean express or implied warranty ofsecurity—or a

23.3 Who May Be Released. For thepurposes ofthis Lease, or guarantee againstcrimeor of reduced risk ofcrime. Unless

ders described in (b) under Par. 23.1 above will release only otherwise provided by law, We're not liable to you, your

the resident who qualifies under both (a) and (b) above occupants, oryour guests for injury, damage, orloss to per

and receives the orders during the Lease term, plus that son orproperty caused by criminal conduct ofother per

resident's spouse or legal dependents living in the resi sons, including theft, burglary, assault, vandalism, orother

dent's household. Acoresident Who is not the spouse or crimes. Even if previously provided, we're not obliged to

dependentofa military resident cannot terminate under furnish security personnel, patrols, lighting, gates, fences,

this military clause. or otherforms ofsecurity unless required by law. We're not

responsible for obtaining criminal-history checks on any

23.4Your Representations. Unless you state otherwise in residents, occupants, guests, or contractors in the apart

Par. 9, you represent when signing thisLease that ment community. If you, your occupants, oryour guests

(a) you do not already have deployment orchange-of-sta- are affected by acrime, you must make awritten report to

tion orders; the appropriate local law-enforcement agency and to our

(b) you will not be retiring from the military during the representative. You mustalsogiveusthe law-enforcement

Lease term; and agency's incident-report number upon request.

before the Lease term ends.

25.2 Standards and Improvements. You must use customary The animal addendum includes information governing an

diligence in maintaining the apartment and not damaging imals/including assistance orservice animals. We'll autho

orlittering the common areas. Unless authorized by law rize an assistance orsupport animal for adisabled person

or by us in writing, you must not do any repairs, painting, without requiring an animal deposit. We may require veri

wallpapering, carpeting, electrical changes, or otherwise fication ofyour disability andthe need for such ahanimal.

alterbur property. No holes or stickers are allowed inside You mustnotfeedstray orwild animals.

oroutside theapartment. Unless our rules state otherwise,

we'll permit a reasonable number ofsmall nail holes for 27.2 Violations of Animal Policies.

hanging pictures on sheetrock walls and grooves ofwood- (A) Charges for violations. If you or any guest oroccu

paneled walls. No water furniture, washing machines, extra pant violates animal restrictions (with or without your

phone or television outlets, alarm systems, or lock chang knowledge), you'll be subject tocharges, damages,

es, additions, or rekeying is permitted unless allowed by eviction, andotherremedies provided inthis Lease. If

law or we've consented in writing. You may install asatel an animal has been in theapartment atany time dur

lite dish orantenna, but only if you sign our satellite-dish ing your termof occupancy (with or without ourcon

orantenna lease addendum, which complies with reason sent), we'll charge you for all cleaning and repair costs,

able restrictions allowed byfederal law. You must not alter, including defleaing, deodorizing, and shampooing.

damage, or remove our property, including alarm systems, Initial and daily animal-violation charges and animal-

detection devices, furniture, telephone andtelevision wir removal charges are liquidated damages for our time,

ing, screens, locks, and security devices. When you move inconvenience, and overhead (except attorney's fees

in, we'll supply light bulbs for fixtures we furnish, including and litigation costs) in enforcing animal restrictions

exterior fixtures operated from inside theapartment; after and rules.

that, you'll replace them atyour expense with bulbs ofthe (B) Removal and return ofanimal. We may remove an

same type and wattage. Your improvements totheapart Unauthorized animal by (1) leaving, in a conspicuous

ment (made with orwithout ourconsent) become burs un place in the apartment, a written notice ofourintent

less we agree otherwise in writing. to remove the animal within 24hours; and (2) follow

25.3 Fair Housing. We are committed to the principles of fair ing the procedures ofPar. 28. We may keep or kennel

housing. In accordance with fair-housing laws, we'll make the animal, or turn it over toa humane society, local

reasonable accommodations toour rules, policies, practic authority or rescue organization. When keeping or

es,or services. We'll allow reasonable modifications under kenneling an animal, we won't be liable for loss, harm,

theselaws to give disabled persons access to and useof sickness, or death ofthe animal unless due to our neg

this apartment community. We may require you to sign an ligence. You must pay for the animal's reasonable care

addendum regarding the implementation ofany accom and kenneling charges. We'll return the animal toyou

modations ormodifications, as well as your restoration ob uponrequest ifithasnotalready beenturnedover to a

ligations, ifany. humane society, local authority or rescue organization.

We have no lien on the animal for any purpose.

26. Requests, Repairs,and Malfunctions.

28. When We May Enter. If you or any guest or occupant is pres

26.1 Written Requests Required. If you or any occupant ent, then repairers, servicers, contractors, law officers, govern

needs tosend anotice or request—forexample, for re ment representatives, lenders, appraisers, prospective residents

pairs, installations, services, ownership disclosure, or or buyers, insurance agents, persons authorized toenter under

security-related matters—it must be written, signed, your rental application, or our representatives may peacefully

and delivered to our designated representative (except enter the apartment at reasonable times for reasonable busi

In case of fire, smoke, gas, explosion, overflowing sew ness purposes. Ifnobody is in the apartment, then any such per

age, uncontrollable running water, electrical shorts, crime son may enter peacefully and atreasonable times by duplicate

inprogress, orfair-housing accommodation or modifica ormaster key (or by breaking a window orother means when

tion). Our written notes onyour oral request do not con necessary) for reasonable business purposes ifwritten notice of

stitute awritten request from you. Our complying with or theentry is left in aconspicuous place in the apartment imme

responding to any oral request regarding security or any diately afterthe entry.

other matter doesn't waive the strict requirement for writ 29. Multiple Residents. Each resident is jointlyand severally liable

ten notices under this Lease.

for all Lease obligations. Ifyou or any guest or occupant violates

26.2 Required Notifications. You must promptly notify us in the Lease orrules, all residents are considered tohave violated

writing ofwater leaks, mold, electrical problems, malfunc the Lease. Our requests and notices (including sale notices) to

tioning lights, broken ormissing locks orlatches, and other any resident constitute notice toall residents and occupants. No

conditions that pose ahazard to property, health, or safety. tices and requests from any resident or occupant constitute no

26.3 Utilities. We may change or install utility lines or equip tice from all residents. Your notice of Lease termination may be

ment serving the apartment ifthe workis done reason given only by a resident. In eviction suits, each resident is consid

ably without substantially increasing your utility costs. We ered the agent ofall other residents in the apartment for service

may turnoffequipment and> interrupt utilities as needed ofprocess. Any resident who defaults under this Lease will in

to avoid property damage or to perform work. If utilities demnify the hondefaulting residents and their guarantors.

malfunction or are damaged by fire, water, orsimilar cause,

you must notify our representative immediately. Replacements

26.4 Air-Conditioning andOther Equipment. Air-condition

ing problems are normally notemergencies. If air-condi 30. Replacements and Subletting.

tioning or other equipment malfunctions, you must notify 30.1 When Allowed. Replacing a resident, subletting, or as

usassoon aspossible ona business day. We'll actwith cus signing a resident's rights is allowed only when we con

tomary diligence to make repairs and reconnections, tak sents writing. Ifadeparting or remaining resident finds a

ing into consideration when casualty-insurance proceeds replacement resident acceptable to us before moving out

are received. Your rent will not abate in whole orin part. and we expressly consent tothe replacement, subletting,

26.5Our Right to Terminate. Ifwe believe that fire or eata? or assignment, then:

strophic damage is substantial, orthat performance of (a) a reletting charge will notbedue;

needed repairs poses a danger toyou, we may terminate (b) a reasonable administrative (paperwork) fee will be

this Lease by giving you atleast 5days' written notice. We due, and a rekeying fee will be due if rekeying is re

also have the right to terminate this Lease during the Lease quested or required; and

term by giving you at least 30days' written notice ofter (c) thedeparting and remaining residents will remain li

mination if we are demolishing your apartment orclosing able for all Lease obligations for the rest of the original

Lease term.

itand itwill ho longer be used for residential purposes for

atleast 6months. IftheLease is soterminated, we'll refund 30.2 Procedures for Replacement. If we approve a replace

prorated rent and all deposits,lesslawful deductions.We ment resident, then, atour option; (A) thereplacement res

may also remove personal property ifitcauses a health or ident must sign this Lease with orwithout anincrease in

safety hazard. the total security deposit; or (B) the remaining and replace

27. Animals. mentresidents mustsign an entirely newLease. Unless we

Responsibilities of Owner and Resident a default for which we need not give you notice. Remain

ing rent will also be accelerated ifyou're judicially evicted

31. Our Responsibilities. or move out when wedemand because you've defaulted.

31.1 Generally. We'll actwith customary diligence to: Acceleration is subjecttoour mitigation obligations below.

(a) keep common areas reasonably clean, subject to 32.4 Holdover. You orany occupant, invitee, orguest must hot

Par. 25; hold over beyond the date contained in your move-out

(b) maintain fixtures, hot water, heating, and air-condi notice orournotice to vacate (or beyond a different move-

tioning equipment; out date agreed toby theparties in writing). If a holdover

safety, sanitation, and fair housing; and basis and may become delinquent without notice orde

(d) make all reasonable repairs, subject to your obligation mand; (B) rent for the holdover period will be increased by

to payfordamages forwhich you're liable. 25% over the then-existing rent, without notice; (C) you'll

31.2 Your Remedies, Ifwe violate any ofthe above, you may beliableto us (subject toour mitigation duties) for all rent

possibly terminate thisLease andexercise otherreme for thefull term ofthe previously signed Lease ofa new

dies underTexasPropertyCodeSec. 92.056 byfollowing resident Who can't occupy because oftheholdover; and

this procedure: (D) at our option, we may extend, the Lease term—for

(a) all rent must be current, and you must make a writ upto one month from the date of notice of Lease exten

ten requestfor repair orremedy ofthecondition—after sion—by delivering written notice toyou or your apart

which we'll have areasonable time for repair or remedy; ment whileyou continue to hold over.

(b) ifwe fail to doso, you must make a second written re 32.5 Other Remedies. We may report unpaid amounts tocred

quest for the repair orremedy (to make sure thatthere itagencies. Ifweorathird-party debtcollector weuse tries

has been no miscbmmunication between us)—after tocollect any money you owe us, you agree that we orthe

which we'll have a reasonable time to repair orrem debt collector may call you on your cellphone and may use

edy; and anautomated dialer. If you default, you will pay us, in ad

within that reasonable time period, you may immedi discounts or concessions agreed toin writing. Upon your

ately terminate this Lease by giving us a final written default, we have all other legal remedies, including Lease

notice. termination and statutory lockout underTexas Property

You also mayexercise otherstatutoryremedies, includ Code sec. 92.0081, except as lockouts and liens are pro

ing those under Texas Property Code sec. 924561. hibited by Texas Government Code sec. 2306.6738 for

31.3 Request by Mail. Instead ofgiving the two written re ownerssupported by housing-tax-credit allocations. A

quests referred to above, you may give us one request by prevailing party may recover reasonable attorney's fees

certified mail, return receipt requested, or by registered and all other litigation costs from the nonprevailing par

mail—after which we'll have areasonable time torepair or ties, except aparty may not recover attorney's fees and lit

remedy. "Reasonable time" accounts for the nature ofthe igation costs in connection with aparty's claims seeking

problem and the reasonable availability ofmaterials, labor, personal-injury, sentimental, exemplary orpunitive dam

and utilities. Your rent must becurrent when you make any ages.We may recover attorney's fees in connection with

request. We'll refund security deposits and prorated rent enforcing our rights under this Lease. You agree that late

as required by law. charges are liquidated damages representing a reason

32. Default by Resident.

able estimate of the value of our time, inconvenience, and

overhead associated with collecting late rent (but are not

32.1 Acts ofDefault. You'll be in default if: (A) you don't timely for attorney's fees and litigation costs). All unpaid amounts

pay rent orother amounts you owe; (B) you orany guest or you owe, including judgments, bear 18% interest per year

occupant violates this Lease, apartment rules, orfire, safe from the due date, compounded annually. You must pay

ty, health, orcriminal laws, regardless ofwhether orwhere all collection-agency fees ifyou fail topay sums due with

arrest or conviction occurs; (C) you abandon the apart in 10 days after we mail you aletter demanding payment

ment; (D) you giveincorrect or falseanswers in a rental and stating thatcollection-agency fees will beadded if

application; (E) you or any occupant is arrested, charged, you don'tpay all sums bythatdeadline.

detained, convicted, or given deferred adjudication or pre 32.6 Mitigation of Damages. If you move out early, you'll be

trial diversion for (1) afelony offense involving actual or po subject to Par. 10 and all other remedies. We'll exercise

tential physical harm toa person, orinvolving possession, customary diligence torelet and minimize damages. We'll

manufacture, ordelivery ofa controlled substance, mari credit all later rent that we actually receive from subse

juana,or drug paraphernalia as defined inthe Texas Con quent residents against your liability for past-due and fu

trolled Substances Act, or(2) any sex-related crime, includ ture rent and other sums due.

ing amisdemeanor; (F) you are found to have any illegal

drugs or paraphernalia in your apartment; or (G) you or any

occupant, in bad faith, makes an invalid habitability com General Clauses

plaint toan official or employee ofautility company or the

government. 33. Other Important Provisions.

32.2 Eviction, ifyou default or hold over, we may end your 33.1 Representatives' Authority; Waivers; Notice. Our rep

right ofoccupancy bygiving you atleasta24-hour writ resentatives (including management personnel, em

ten notice tovacate. Notice may be given by: (A) regular ployees, andagents) haveno authorityto waive, amend,

mail; (B) certified mail, return receipt requested; (C) per ortermtnatethisLeqieoranypartofitunlessinwriting,

sonal delivery toany resident; (D) personal delivery atthe andno authority tomake promises, representations, or

apartment toany occupant over 16 years old; or(E) affixing agreements thatimpose security duties orotherobliga

the notice to the inside ofthe apartment's main entry door. tions on us orourrepresentatives, unless in writing. Any

Notice bymail will be considered delivered on the earlier dimensions and sizes provided to you relating to the apart

ofactual delivery, or3days (not counting Sundays orfed mentareonly approximations orestimates; actual dimen

eral holidays) afterthe notice is deposited inthe U.S. Postal sions and sizes may vary. No action or omission by us will

Service with postage. Termination ofyour possession rights be considered awaiver of our rights or of any subsequent

ora later reletting doesn't release you from liability for fu violation, default, ortime orplace ofperformance. Our not

turerenter other Lease obligations. After giving notice to enforcing or belatedly enforcing written-notice require

vacate orfiling aneviction suit, wemaystillaccept rent ments, rental due dates, acceleration, liens, or other rights

orothersums due; the filing oracceptance doesn'twaive isn't a waiver under any circumstances. Except when.no

ordiminish ourright ofeviction orany othercontractual or tice or demand is required by law, you waive any notice

statutory right Accepting money at anytimedoesn'twaive and demand for performance from us ifyou default. Ifany

ourright to damages, to pastorfuture rent orother sums, one else has guaranteed performance ofthis Lease, asepa

orto ourcontinuing with eviction proceedings. rateLease Guaranty for each guarantor must beexecuted.

Written notice toorfrom our managers constitutes notice

32.3 Acceleration. Unless we elect not to accelerate rent, all toorfrom us. Any person giving a notice under this Lease

monthlv rent for the rect nf the I u » t-avm »mn,»,,-.i --

remedies. AH provisions regarding our nonliability or non- theLease term orrenewal period ends unless all rent for theentire

duty apply to our employees, agents, and management Lease term or renewal period is paid in full. Early move-out may re

companies. No employee, agent, ormanagement compa sult in reletting charges and acceleration offuture rent under Par. 10

ny is personally liable for any of our contractual, statutory, and 32.You're prohibited by lawfrom applying anysecuritydepos

orother obligations merely by virtue ofacting on our be ittorent. You can't stay beyond the date you're supposed tomove

half. This Lease binds subsequent owners. This Lease issub out All residents, guests, and occupants must surrender oraban

ordinate to existing and future recorded mortgages, unless

the owner's lender chooses otherwise. All Lease obliga don the apartment before the 30-day period for deposit refund be

tions must be performed in the county where the apart gins. You must give us and the U.S. Postal Service, in writing, each

resident's forwarding address.

mentislocated. Neither an invalid clause northe omission

of initials on any page invalidates this Lease. Ifyou have in 38. Cleaning. You must thoroughly clean the apartment, including

surance covering the apartment or your personal belong doors, windows, furniture, bathrooms, kitchen appliances, pa

ings atthe time you or we suffer or allege a loss, you and tios, balconies, garages, carports, and storage rooms. You must

weagree towaive any insurance subrogation rights. All no follow move-out cleaning instructions ifthey have been provid

tices and documents may be in English and, atour option, ed. If you don't clean adequately, you'll beliable for reasonable

in any other language thatyou read orspeak. The term "in cleaning charges—including charges for cleaning carpets, drap

cluding" in this Lease should be interpeted to mean "in eries, furniture, walls, etc, that are soiled beyond normal wear

cluding but not limited to." (that is, wear or soiling that occurs without negligence, careless

ness, accident, or abuse).

34. Payments. Payment ofeach sum due is an independent covenant.

When We receive money, other than sale proceeds under Par. 14 or 39. Move-Out Inspection. You should meet with our representa

utility payments subject to government regulation, we may apply tive for a move-out inspection. Our representative has no au

it atour option and without notice first to any ofyour unpaid obli thority to bind or limit us regarding deductions for repairs,

gations, then tocurrent rent. We may do so regardless ofnotations damages, or charges. Any statements or estimates by us or our

on checks or moneyorders and regardless ofwhen the obligations representative aresubject to our correction, modification, ordis

arose. All sums otherthan rentare due upon our demand. After the approval before final accounting orrefunding.

due date, We do not have toaccept any payments. 40. Security Deposit Deductions and Other Charges. You'll be

35. TAA Membership. We represent that, at the time ofsigning this liable for the following charges, if applicable: unpaid rent; un

Lease, we, the management company representing us, or any paid utilities; unreimbursed service charges; repairs or damag

locator service that procured you is a member in good stand es caused by negligence, carelessness, accident, orabuse, in

ing ofboth theTexas Apartment Association and theaffiliated cluding stickers, scratches, tears, burns, stains, or unapproved

local apartment association forthe area where the apartment is holes; replacement cost ofour property that was in orattached

located. The member is either an owner/management-compa to the apartment and is missing; replacing dead or missing alarm

ny member oran associate member doing business as a locator or detection-device batteries at any time; utilities for repairs or

service (whose name and address must be disclosed on page 8). cleaning; trips to let in company representatives to remove your

If not, the following applies: (A) this Lease is voidable at your op telephone, Internet, television services, or rental items (ifyou so

tion and is unenforceable by us (except for property damages); request orhave moved out); trips toopen the apartment when

and (B) we may not recover past or future rent or other charges. you orany guest oroccupantis missing a key; unretumed keys;

The above remedies also apply if both ofthe following occur: (1) missing or burned-out light: bulbs; removing or rekeying un

theLease is automatically renewed on a month-to-month basis authorized security devices or alarm systems; agreed reletting

more than once after membership in TAA andthe local associa charges; packing, removing, or storing property removed or

tion has lapsed; and (2) neither the owner nor the management stored under Par. 14; removing orbooting illegally parked ve

company is a member of TAA and the local association during hicles; special trips for trash removal caused by parked vehides

thethird automatic renewal. Asigned affidavit from the affili blocking dumpsters; false security-alarm charges unless due to

ated local apartment association attesting to nonmembership our negligence; animal-related charges under Par. 6and 27;gov-

when the Lease orrenewal was signed will beconclusive evi ernmentfees or fines against us for violation (by you, your occu

dence of nonmembership. Governmental entitles may use TAA pants, oryour guests) oflocal ordinances relating to alarms and

forms ifTAA agrees in writing. detection devices, false alarms, recycling, or other matters; late-

payment and returned-check charges; a charge (not toexceed

$100) for our time and inconvenience in our lawful removal ofan

animal or in any valid eviction proceeding against you, plus at

36. Move-Out Notice.

torney's fees, court costs, and filing fees actually paid;and other

sums due under this Lease. You'll be liable to us for: (A) charges

36.1 Requirements and Compliance. Your move-out notice for replacing any keys and access devices referenced in Par. 5

doesn't release you from liability for the full term ofthe if you don't return them all on pr before your actual move-out

Lease or renewal term. You'll still be liable forthe entire date; (B) accelerated rent ifyou'veviolated Par. 32; and (C) arelet

ting fee ifyou'veviolated Par. 1.0.

Lease term ifyou move outearly except under Par. 9,17,22,

23, or31. Your move-outnoticemustcomplywith each of 41. Deposit Return, Surrender, and Abandonment.

the following: 41.1 Your Deposit. We'll mail you your security-deposit refund

(a) We must receive advance written notice ofyour move- (less lawful deductions) and an itemized accounting ofany

outdate. You must give notice in advance by at least deductions, nolater than 30 days after surrender oraban

the number ofdays required in Par. 3orin special pro donment, unless laws provide otherwise,

visions—even ifthe Lease has become a month-to-

month lease. Unless we require more than 30 days' no 41.2 Surrender. You have surrenderedthe apartment when: (A)

tice, ifyou give notice on the first day ofthe month you the move-out date has passed and no one is living in the

intend to move out,itwill suffice for move-out onthe apartment in our reasonable judgment; or(B) apartment

last day ofthat month, as long as all other requirements keys and access devices listed in Par. 5have been turned in

below are met. to us—whichever happens first.

(b) Your move-out notice must be in writing. An oral 41.3 Abandonment. You have abandoned the apartment

move-out notice will not be accepted and will not ter when all of the following have occurred: (A) everyone ap

minate your Lease. pears to have moved out in our reasonable judgment; (B)

soonerthan the end ofthe Lease term orrenewal period. stantially removed in our reasonable judgment; (C) you've

(d) If We require you togive us more than 30 days' written been in default for nonpayment ofrent for 5 consecutive

notice to move outbefore theendofthe Lease term, we days, or water, gas, orelectric service for the apartment not

will give you 1written reminder not less than 5days nor connected in our name has been terminated or transferred;

more than 90 days before your deadline for giving us and (D) you've not responded for 2days toour notice left

your written move-out notice. Ifwefail to give a remind on the inside ofthe main entry door stating that we consid

ernotice, 30 days' written notice tomove-out is required. ertheapartment abandoned. An apartment is also consid

36.2 Unacceptable Notice. Your notice isnotacceptable if ered abandoned 10 days after the death ofasole resident.

it doesn't comply with allof the above. We recommend 41.4 The Ending ofYour Rights. Surrender, abandonment, of

NUMMARY OF KEY INFORMATION

Thelease willcontrolifthere's aconflict with thissummary.

B Address: 4200 Cypress Creek Pkwv

. Unit # 1027

H Beginning date of Lease (Par. 3) 01/16/2015 Ending date of Lease (Par3). 10/31/2015

H Nu.mberofdaysnoticefortermination(Par.3) 60 B Consent for guests staying more than_7__days (Par. 2)

• Total security deposit (Par. 4) $ 200.00 1 Animal deposit (ifany) $ o.oo

Security deposit (Par. 4) • doesCV? SI does not include an animal deposit.

• Security deposit refund check will be by (Par. 4) (checkone) I Ione checkjointly payable toall residents (default),

OR • one check payable to and mailed to

H#of keys/access devices (Par. 5) for_2_unit,_l_ mailbox, other _ Gate Remote

HYour move-out notice will terminate Lease on (Par. 5): (checkone) • last day ofmonth OR SI exact day designated in notice

• Checkhere • ifthe dwelling is to befurnished (Par. 5) BCheck here • ifthere is aconcession addendum

• !!t^SiMSBh^"thataPP,y> " 3tthe °nSite manager's office'B throu9h ouronline payment site, OR

Check here if included in monthly rent- • garage, • storage, 0 carport, • washer/dryer, or Qother

B Total monthly rent (Par. 6) $ 864.00 Prorated rent(Par. 6) for(checkone)

B Latechargesifrentisnotpaidonorbefore(Par.6) 3rd 51 first month ORQ second month $. 432.00

B Initial latecharge(Par. 6) $ 5.0.0.0 Daily late charge (Par. 6) $_ 10.00

• Returned-checkcharge (Par.6) $ 50.00. Animal violation charges (Par. 6)

H Monthly animal rent (if any) $ 15. qq Initials 100.00 Daily $, 10.00

B Monthly pestcontrol (if any) $ i.qq Monthly trash / waste (if any) $. 4.00

BUtilities paid byowner (Par. 7):(checkallthatapply) 0electricity, Dgas,D water,• wastewater,• trash/recycling,

• cable/satellite, Omaster antenna, • Internet, Ostormwater/drainage, 0 other '

BUtility connection charge (Par. 12) $ 50.00, BYou are: (checkone) Cffl required to buy insurance OR

1 Agreed reletting charge (Par. 10) $ 734.40 • not required to buy insurance (Par. 8)

B Special provisions (Par.9): If lease is not renewed, a $200 Mm fee will be barged each

month. If proof of current $100,000 property liability insurant i, not received ^

mqrnt, a $75 risk assessment fee will be charged »„nh month. N» partial paym^*

42. Attachments. We will provide you with a copy oftheLease as

required bystatute. This may be in paper format, in an elec You are legally bound bythisdocument.

tronic format if you request it, orby e-mail if we have commu Please read itcarefully.

nicated by e-mail about this Lease, Our rules and community Afacsimile orelectronic signature onthis Lease

policies, if any, will be attached to the Lease and given to you is as binding asanoriginal signature.

atsigning. When an Inventory and Condition form is complet Before submitting arental application or signing aLease,

ed, both you and we should retain a copy. The items checked you maytake a copyof these documents

below are attached toand become a part ofthis Lease and are

binding even ifnotinitialed orsigned. to review and/orconsult an attorney.

x Access Gate Addendum Additional provisions orchanges may bemade

• Additional Special Provisions in theLease ifagreed to in writing by all parties.

SI Allocation Addendum for: • electricityxwater• gas

a central system costs a trash/recycling • cable/satellite You areentitled to receive a copy ofthis Lease

• stormwater/drainage • services/government fees after itis fully signed. Keep itin asafe place.

x Animal Addendum

X Apartment Rules orCommunity Policies This lease is the entire ageement between you and us.

• Asbestos Addendum (if asbestos ispresent) You areNOT relying onany oral representations.

x Bed BugAddendum

• Early Termination Addendum ResidentorResidents (allsign below)

XEnclosed Garage, Carport, orStorage Unit Addendum

D Intrusion Alarm Addendum

X Inventory &Condition Form (Name ofResident) Datesigned

D Lead Hazard information and Disclosure Addendum

d Lease Contract Guaranty (guaranties, if more than one)

• Legal Description ofApartment (optional, ifrental term (Name of Resident) Datesigned

longerthan one year)

D Military SCRA Addendum

X Mold Information and Prevention Addendum (Name of Resident) Date signed

x Move-Out Cleaning Instructions

• Notice of Intent to Move Out Form (Name of Resident)

• Parking Permit or Sticker, (quantity: .._ ) Date.signed

o Rent Concession Addendum

X Renter's or Liability Insurance Addendum (Name of Resident) : ""^ Date signed

• Repair or ServiceRequest Form

X Satellite Dish or Antenna Addendum

• SecurityGuidelines Addendum (Name of Resident) : " Datesigned

• PUC TenantGuideto WaterAllocation

DUtility Submetering Addendum: a electricity x water Owner or Owner'sRepresentative (signing on behalfofowner)

• gas

H0ther Smoke Detector Add«md1lm

X Other Smoking Addendum AAJ»~,~ „ _ J _ i

COmiUNITY POLICIES LEASE ADDENDUM

CommunityName: Legacy(5), Champion Forest

Resident' Names:

£mm <y4v^

purpose ofthis Addendum is to express the communS poHeies bv whi£ th^lT^T* ^ Lease Renewal P^iods or extensions. The

2. We are pleased that you have chosen to make y^^S^J^J^*'^required t0 com^

possible. Customer service is akey to the success ofour ^Z^Sf£^JTf^""l *" **"* qUality livi"S e™ronment

3 *J* We wil1 make ™V ^ortto come to an amSabk so™ ? *natl0nwde; therefore.il» «Parity to our management

• Thecommu^SJ^Sne^^^^S^^^S^f^"<**• **"d ^ ^hou^ '*-

laws. Al community policies apply to all residents, occupS 3 S^nSl^T^^ T^fguw,»ta** SPirit of***

individual in aconsistent manner and will enforce aU community ™7ceKch?™ w

with all the community policies contained herein and thos TpostedShelll

"^ haS aIegal °bli8ation t0 **each

We appreciate your cooperation and compliance

meet the same non-discriminatory

4. IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS- qualification standSbSedon incn™t ZS

employment, credit, M"eW

*V*™5*?: rental andresidents

criminalinhistory

y°ur aPart™"t community*

b)a) Management

Police/ Fire /Emergency Medical Service,(emergency)-

Office: » 911

gjj,,^

c) 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance: 281.3013000

^^^reponiTd^ to yo. Therefore, ComCapp p.edges that all

Emergencies are safety or health hazards, as definllT^uS^S.S^ T' 5™^reqU6StS wiI1 receive immediate response

and holidays Will be addressed Within 2ita^S^„£K£-^S^^ ^ °? ^ °r °n W6ekends> after^

quickly and efficiently. In order for us to keep the service guarantee wTwZ ttT™? C°mmMSd X° ^^ Sure your needs are ™

hours. We cannot be denied access during or after the 24-houTsSowinE vtrrZZ v y°Ur apartment h°me durinS normal busin<*s

mamtamed and you must be aresident in good standtag Z d^orZLT^ Y°l,aPartnient «*» &» contents must be properly

eqmpment will result in the cancellation of our service guararS Sementteler tt ^V?™' aPPlianCeS> fixtures or other househ°'d

numbers ofresidents will temporarily suspend our 24-houSice GuSLtee aT.L£ T™ VA? emerSenci« that affect large

6. as,"sss s ^"edor e-m"ied^-™ ^Essrmust

ofthe natural «S££ZS3M -d »both newbeandin oldwritstructure,

ing: with thMolds

e date are-ice

part

indoors, mold growth should be avoided. Molds reproduce by'Lis oftinv ~ tS ^^ ^ "^ MMen Ieaves and dead **«. but

outdoor and indoor air. Mold spores, like plant pollen sPreadSS^ f0'^ sP°res «* visible to the naked eye and float through

materials. Mold may begin growing !L,PJiSfflWjK£;j^ tranSPOrted by Sh°eS> dothinS and ^£

will grow without water or moisture. Molds are usually no^ aTrobL"nSs un^ il ^ "*?** ^ °fmM' and nonc ofthem

growing. There is conflicting scientific evidence as to what coSta *iSw" T •SPOreS Iand 0n awet or daraP sPot a"d begin

effects. However, molds produce allergens. ^aSXS^i'SSiSSS™ ^Tr ^ C°Uld ,Md to adverSe hea'lh

may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Allergic rspoSesTncTud hi 1 ? °nS-Inhalmg °r t0Uchin8 mold or mold ^res

a) 3K^tt£^^

by controlling moisture. Therefore, in order to umS^^ZS^^^ ^°Wth Ca" ^ Should be Prevented or controlled

> Use all air conditioning, in areasonable mTneTand " ^^ ?"** mthe dwellin& Resident a^"to do the following:

use heating systems in moderation and keep the * 7°° *"* °*Wst fans in the bathro°m and kitchen

premises properly ventilated by periodically opening * wu y,°U Start showerinS °fcooking with open pots,

windows to allow.circulation offresh air when the f showering, be sure to keep the shower curtain

humidity level is less than 50% outside. ^ 'nl the tub or fully close the shower doors.

> Keep the dwelling clean- particularly the kitchen the After taking ashower or bath, wipe moisture offof

bathroom(s), the carpets and floors. Regular ' ? °.wer waIls' shoWei' doors>the bathtub and the

vacuuming, mopping and using ahousehold cleaner to bathroom floor, leave the bathroom door open until all

clean hard surfaces is important to remove the moisture on the mirrors and bathroom walls and tile

household dirt and debris that harbor mold or food for surfaces has dissipated and hang up your towels and

mold. Immediately throw away moldy food. fc „ mats so ^ey wiU completely dry out.

> Remove visible moisture accumulation on windows Promptly notify management in writing about any

walls, ceilings, floors and other surfaces as soon as ' SI-E"S °i.water leaks> water infiltration, visible mold or

reasonably possible. air conditioning orheating system problems.

> Look for leaks in washing machine hoses and Follow community rules, ifany, regarding the

discharge lines- especially ifthe leak is large enough * replacement ofair filters.

for water to infiltrate nearby walls " Management will respond in accordance with state

law and the Lease Contract to repair or remedy the

D) SMALL AREAS OF MOT n QN HQi^PQROUS SURFAOPS tw h id • s,tuati0n as necessary.

S«non-porous surfaces (such•«Ceramic tile, ^S^S^^S^*^**** (EpA) recommends first

Ae surface dry, and then within 24-hours apply apre-mixed sirav on Wne'^f.l hTa v 0r PIastlc^ Wlth s°aP or detergent and water. Let

D,smfectant®Tilex Mildew Remover® o/cL^S '

moR Some cleaners contain bleach, which can discolor SStaSSSS^^Zt^LT™? ^^CWs VV1'11 actaM> ki"

biocides without first cleaning away the dirt and oils from me surface , Hke n^ fnl ^ !nstructlons on *econtainer. Applying

surface Always clean and apply abiocide to an area sTtiSarSSISTSiKS?? ^ ^ f'rSt C'eaninS and P«£ig the

yet visible to the naked eye. Avacuum cleaner with ahigh efflctency particXS fHFPaS^ ^ ^ be adjaCent in 1uantiti« "«t

mold produce from porous items, such as fibers in sofa^ chairs X^Sdclet H flu fu hS ^ X° help ren?ove "on-visible

washing and drying will remove mold from clothes m ~pr0Vlded *e flbers m completely dry. Machine

c) DO NOT CLEAN OR APPT V RTnrTnr-^ m v^.

d) SS^^P^^

TERMTNATTON OF TRNAwrv _We - "Sheetr°CkWallS "CeiHn^ °r '«*a- of

• •.- th.y,"f " writing' mdt we Wl11 take appropriate action.

COMMUNITY POLICIES LEASE ADDENDUM

E££W ""***» ^ y°U Sha11 be Hable»US ** da^ -rained as aresult ofyour failure to comply with the

7' S

can ensure your^ s

safety; yofr securitys s a sreofwhomto comactiTn caseyou»«•

££ 5j£35%"tetSSenf~Ta**^T As y°U Can-aPPreciate«

«*««*

local law enforcement agency for all ofyour security or safety needs SoNoSf^ fT'f> theref0re y°U sh°"Id Contact the

are taken solely for the purpose ofsecuring our property. tK^LotSsS n Sr^ ^ meaSUreS m we may take

increase your personal security or the safety ofyour family or guestl orSdS^K £ ?*m^^ by US wH1 in "» wa*

injury, damage or loss to person orproper*, whatsoever XffiTnSfofw^lt^ T d° ""^ resPonsibility for any

measures or that which is caused by any other person including but no mited to TiSTk r * ^ SeCUrity device'Service or other

crime. In the event that you may be in need ofpolice protecS ofany£lJsno S f""8 ^ *?^ ^^rape> Vandalism or *"* olher

person, personal belongings andihat ofyou guests 2 we J SSSKST™" *gf ^ maintain inSUrance covera£e f°rW own

not disturb

loud music me rights, comforts

in apartments oroon^^o^^^S^o^Jn^^^^

or in common *"^ °bn°Xi°US'

areas Will no K n j K * T the Apartment community.°fExcessive

Unlawft" »<*

noisesha11

community

guardian or atother

anyresponsible

time. Persons

adult.under the age of 16 mayynoTbe ouSZSir««?

outside oftheir apartmentf after

? n«9:00

™£nng in "*common

p.m. unless arcasby°f**

accompanied aparent

ofthe equipment and to keep it in proper working condition AttendSsTnTt1J T 1 ^ip™nt iS imperative t0 Prevent ab^

your own risk; we are not responsible or liable for accidentofSrS CwZZt i ** °f ,"' P°Sted Y°Ur use ofamenities *at

ofage or older who is responsible for the child. Pets Sot peSSinanvtn^T T. °u WmUSt be ^P™^ by an adult 18 years

Use plastic or paper containers only; glass containers are not oeSed wT,• * ?* W1* ^ £XCepti°n of«»**ed distant animals.

lease will not be able to receive apass. Visitors are limited ?o two S oe^n i^t / *T°V£r 24 m0nths ofa^- ^y0116 not on the

n. = s s ^ Visitorsmustbe

operated insidethe apartment, oSSSo^mm^SpSST^r^^ W°°d "" Hibachis>sha» "<"b*

patios or balconies or inside theapartment dwelling or storSe unit Tl^iT P , ^ buiIdmg- Propane tanks shal] «* be stored on

14 S/fcCESSSf Fin£S Wm bC aC°eSSed f0r fa^e Sow pSy ' P*nM"t be °n &

lease at a"times> 0wners MU*T

**a^-^^^

in the Lease Contract and that have provided proper photoTdeftification Ww^l *"k W°^ °Pen the d°°r for you or occuPants »«*>

Payment for such charges are required before the next rentiI SSL ™^2 f f u^ °f$25'00 for afterhours lock °"t calls.

15. home

PACKAGE DELIVERY: Packages are not ^SSSSolS^S^Sl^T'T^^

or delivered to an alternative address

^ n0rmaI business "ou*.

- make ^^Sements to have your package delivered when you are

l6' SS^ay?^ ' y°UrC°mmUnity W0±S ^ hard t0 ™^.^immunity's attractive appearance. We askthatyou assist us

ill

a) A II 1ir!n/4<Mi, a- ; .

ZStedIXffiSJSSSS^^^°Utd°T ™?reStoiG" W-b^ drapes and blind, Foi, is

No structural changes or additions may be madeTo'toZ££?£T I'-u?0^ Wlthm two weeks ofthe h°"day.

to yourfront door l entrancete« S ^ S * S E *-d balconi- No"alterations may be made

outdoor use such as carpet scraps or automobile mats. In aSoTwe wi 1^emoTrl I 7" rem°Ve matS that are not desiS^d for

c)Since the appearance ofpatios and balconies affect the apZ2 7^cZZniT 7 °fuT °T ™W™* ^^ or text.

^S^, auto parts,brokenfurnitur, toys, et,P^^

^Xag^XX^fd^dby—-^

SSjSaBSSfSS^i^^ Thestickermustbeapplied

must be in running order with valid plates and stateSS ;dTveh^ZfKSSSK^T18' r6giStered VehiCle' A" Ve^cles

the community premises in an assigned or non-assigned parkmg SS wrZutS«^ 5r *lIlty.InSUianCe- IfaVehicle is Parked on

Carports.owner's expense, with or without warning.s ms comSSCTdoesxZ^T*™™'

vehicle community u does Xdoes not have assignedV*parking,

SUbjeCt except

t0 bein*fortowed> al the and

the Garages

. P^ »ap^ingspJanSb: regtlired SSice '^ ""^ all°Wed t0 be P*ked °n Premises' Motorcycles may be

} sss^^trc?^^

> Vehicles parked in ahandicap-designated space v v w,

without avalid handicap placard, sticker or vehicles parked prohibiting garbage disposal

licwice. i\1oto ^:™!„..-~j trUCKS access tr> a' riiimno«

COMMUNITY POLICIES LEASE ADDENDUM

Community Parking Assigned Parking Space#

Sticker # ^Applicable

Vehicle Description

Car/Truck/ Recreational License ST Make/Model

SUV Year Color Proof of

Vehicle Plate

Liability

Insurance

all costs associated with utilities from me moveJn date 3 *££ThSen SSSrt ^ " °f'^ m°Ve-in date' You a8ree t0 assu™

name on your move in date, you will be charged afee ofS PpL Ss

community Q does Xdoes not participate in awLr r«™ 7

nefdtll" ^ T*' Ify°U d° "0t eStablish se™« j« your

$25 Per day for every day the service is not in your name Thfo

19. SATELLITE DISHES: UDLP^ffi'fi0SS2S5Si£rm ?""^I**P™* LeaSe Co™Addendum is requK?

i isss^ "•!• •

nermittedon SSi £ SKd£ B ^SSSlle^5 ""der ""' '^ rnnttaCt- Wa"n'i™ ""*

systems; and (4) may not be connected to conmunit^Sli^E^S^^ T CC°nneCted t0 commtinity telecommunication

dish or antenna is placed in apermitted outside StmSbe slTsecS Jv l^ST V^ duplex reCePtacle- ^the satellite

portable, heavy object such as asmall slab ofconcrete-o"S an Mrther2K ,T " ^ (1) SeCurely attachin8 «tto a

require reasonable screening

S.enal Transmit,! ofthe p.,h

from P^Pr] satellite ,7^^.^

dish SI^iXS^taSK * not

Pa"ts> ec-, so long as it does US' N° ^ reception,

impair meth°ds are M«**- We may

premises ^ m» not Jw h*Qlg ^ Q

J]^gJg g ^ ^the FCC order^ou may not damage or alterthe leased

designated dwelling (on abalcony, patio, etc.), the signals recSZftmfvL;? TM* dlsh or ^fenna is located outside the

by the following methods: (1) rurming a"flat" cable under adoorlam oVK? 7™** *the ' 9tprior °fthe desienated dwelling only

and does not interfere with proper operation ofthe dTroriffiftS^Shv* T"***^ n0t physicaIly aller lhe Pwni

wall (that will not need to be enlarged to accommodate tneSle)(3) co^eXcThlS " *? Cable, throuSh apre-existing hole in the

external car antenna for acellular phone can be connected! to inside w,>?n?Kf ! , *f°Ugh awindowPane" similar to how an

ahole through the window, (4) wireless transmit ottn°STSs^^St^1^

any other method approved by us S

*** ^ wind°«thout drilling

Satelhte dlsh or m^nm to adevice inside the dwelling- or (5)

f) Mamtsaance -You will have the sole responsibility-fiSSilWL*111 "0t be ""reasonably Withheld.

g) Damages -You must remove thesatellitefail omen™ 2K5 ,f ^ "ntenw and a11 related equipment

toanythedamages and for the cost ofrepairs ori^S^S taS2S.?a,,tae,,t UP°" m°Ving °Ut*«***"** You must pay for

installation ofyoursatellite dish, m^SSSS^^0^^"""^ £° reSt0re the leased Pr™ to its condition prior

P~-=o^^

must be $100,000 which is m^J reasonably deteSbS u^tlt Ki Sate"lte dish 0r antenna'The insu™ce coverage

indemnify us against any ofthe above claims by oSS™ y C°mpllSh *at pUrp0Se- You aSree to ho'd us harmless and

ifSc^^

to drill or otherwise alter the leased premises WedeemtheaddSJ

is increased byan additional sum ofMIM0 in orderto

*? ofmove-°ut- ™s security depositdoss^ot imply aright

Refund ofthe security deposit will b'e subjectt*£Sm^^KSSSS?^ **f^ ^ dep°Sit f°r a" ^

refundable before all residents surrender me premises.Tvedf^e satemte dish or^t! ft ThC additi°nal SeCurity dePosit« n°t

> Voup^usanyaddifionaTicur^d^^

APARTM^TeTSsFSnolSa^

a)possibly to anotheron allComCapp

Be current community.

monies owed ^o^^l^^^S^^rT^^

to the community lor pansier, you must meet the following criteria:"apaitmCnt COmmU"^ 0r

b) Have paid rent late no more than one time during the current lease term

d oaIrffltt,ed n° retUrned check* d"ring the current lease te™ "

All eligible residents must meet and agree to SowCcriteria "^^^ *g°°d COndition without da"^Se.

" transfers

V^^^-SmS^nSSS

at the end ofaLease.Contract ofSMQJ0 at the time ofsubmitting the notice to vacate. This docs not apply to

You must pay the required security deposit for the new apartment home

J) ^ra*^^

deducted

five from thedayssecurity

5) business deposit.or rent

oftransfer ECSSt™ 7ZT"'Tf°"

payments S S^Snl? security deposit,^the«*» any aPPlicable

customer must pay thecba^s

chargesto bewithin

causing rent to be late and the accrual of\1 tJ2„l l°J:^^MmentmU first be aPP^d to move-out charees. suWrmLh,

COMMUNITY POLICIES LEASE ADDENDUM

SSEde^o^

following the expiration ofthe 60-day notice y *** Terminat'°n will be effective on the last day ofthe month

c) yH ^LtlTJ!5^^-^ ^**•}** C°ntraCt*««* *« teI^nation date.

2ry^SSr8510115 Pr°Vlded t0 y°U dUdng ** m°St ™ Le- contract. These sums must be paid no laterthan

The sums due herein may not be deducted from the security deposit

22.

MOVE-OUT INSTRUCTIONS AND CLEANINGTciSe LB? S1° ^^^f "^ above-

forwarding address noted on the Resident's NdticeofInStTo Vaci su^tT^ ft™*.™ d'Sp°Siti°n wflJ be retumed by mai' to the

Deposit refunds cannot be picked up at the office The fon^S' J my deduct10^ as required per the state statutes. Please note-

a) Complete the full term ofthe lease "^ re4uirements m^.be fulfilled in order to receive afull deposit refund

"'0 SSlSc^

™»* <* move-out cleajSS^^^S£ctS?T MuSt inc'ude aforwarding address

SnfrS"^

f) ^^Z^^S^^SrTmdT °hargeS Pd0r t0 VaCa^ the apartment.

g) An inspection ofSJSSSmE52Sfc"fiS^^ T ^ °n *" ™™ Conditio" fo™)-

to be present during the inspection by conTactingth S S S S ?"* "U ^ ^ been re« You ** re^

apartment does not meet the above requirement?- chaSS wilTbe aS«tn SchedulmS ^appointment Ifafter the inspection, the

move-out inspections are subject to tile ccSS^SKS finSoval

durmg amove-out inspection are not guaranteed

ifflhT ^ i**™™ ^ Ust beIow- A11

PP * f°re' any verbaI «8««nents made by our representative

~stS^^^

sections below are minimal cleaning and or replaeaSSaSStolS Sll £rff tT,geS10 the«apet 0r paint- Listed in the

charged to you ifleft unclean, missing or damaged PleaseMelxchltl ff- T^ fr°m y°Ur SeCurity dcPosit refund or

depending on the extent ofthe cleaning and or damages The amolS ""'^t0 °nIy those listed below a»d may increase

It is our policy to clean and deodorize the carLt ™nfL«?! T ?, bel°w mav '""-ease without notice to you.

considered normal wear and tear. These charges are not resfricfeToSedbvK V ', mblmdS'SCratched dooi"s' etc-) are n<*

by our staff, aCleaning Trip Charge of$35 will basseTed h adS * V * of,residency- If your apartment has to be cleaned

Charge ofat least $5 will be assessed as an ^rt™o?^L^*J7'^ itemi2ed charSes- Additionally, aUtilities

j) Acharge of$50.00 per trash bag ofitems removed and $15 S£ bulk5 neTg C*TP *"" ^ y0U are liabIe-

trash bag)Tte™

General will tnbeK.assessed.

„qaneri Do not discard Z^g

thmnohn,f^ bulk items at the cl^,,n;i,^

* °receptacles,

T *at are bulk

as the t0° IarSe

item and heavy

charge willtostillfit inapply..

anormal

Q A/C Vent Cover $5

a Baseboard $5 Switch Plate and Plug Plate $2

a Ceiling Fan $10

a Vacuum carpet $2.0 per room

a Doors &Haridle $8

• Wallpaper $8

a Light Fixture $2

a Window Covering $7

a Window Sill

a Sliding Glass Door (inside &out) $5 $4

Sweep& mop linoleum floor

a Window (inside) $5

$15 per room

Kitchen Cleanup- Q^arggg - a Woodwork & Wall $5

Q Burner $4

Cabinet &Drawer (inside &out) $35

Oven

$45

DefrostRefrigerator Oven Broiler $10

$25

Dishwasher (inside &out) $10

Oven Rack $5

Exhaust Hood • Range $15

Garbage Disposal Refrigerator (inside &out) $45

m) Bathroom Cleaninp Charge - a Sink & Hardware $15

Q Cabinet &Drawer (inside &out) $8

•

Q Exhaust Vent/Fan $5 Sink/Tub/Shower Faucet Hardware $10 .

• Mirror

a Toilet (inside & out) $20

n) ReoairA Replacement Phar^c . a Tub/Shower Surround $35

Q Broiler Pan $25

Q a Refrigerator Shelf/Bin

Cabinet Door/Drawer $40 $35

Q Carpet • Showerhead

$15 yard $1.5

• Common Area, Door, Mailbox Key $15

Q Shutter $50

Replacement a Sliding Closet DoorPanel $40+

• Door orMail Box Lock Change $30

a SlidingGlassDoor $220+

Q Entry Door D Sliding Screen Door

$150 $70

Q Interior Door $100

a Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher $45

Q Ice Tray $5

a Stove Burner Ring $25

Q Light Fixture $30+

a Stovetop Drip Pan $10

a Light Bulb $5 •

Q Switch/Plug Plate $5

a Linoleum a Thermostat

$12-$15yard $80

a Mini Blind $40

• Toilet Paper Holder $8

a Mirror a Toilet Seat

$45 • $25

a a Towel Bar

Oven Rack $18 $20

a Pad a Vertical Blind

$5 yard $95

• Parking Placard $25

a Window (approximately) $95

a Window Screen $35

COMMUNITY POLICIES LEASE ADDENDUM

^ CotmTnitySS L^SntTledge******"^ ****haVe read -d ^ee to all provisions ofthis

Resident Signature(s)

Date

Owner's Representative

Date

Animal Addendum

TEXAS APARTMENT ASSOCIATION

Date of Lease:. January 9, 2015

(whenthe LeaseIsfilled out)

PleaseW^'Cot|^^ a-'rlsk tQ hri$fdmh md ,,t ,f .,

1. Dwelling Unit

Color:

Unit# 1027

Weight:

at_ 4200 Cypress Creek Pl^yy . (street address) Age:

in_ Houston . (city), Cityof license:.

Texas 7706B . (zip code). License #:

2. Lease Contract. Date of last rabies shot:

Lease Contract date: January 9. 2015 Housebroken? =

Owner's name: ComCapp Timberstnne T.tiC Animal owner's name:.

Animal's name:

Type:

Residents (listallresidents): Reaina soph,,s

Breed:

Color:

Weight:

Age: _

Cityof license:

License*:

3. Conditional Authorization for Animal. You may keep the animal Dateof last rabies shot:.

or animals described below in the dwelling until the Lease Con

tract expires. We may terminate this authorization sooner if your Housebroken?

right ofoccupancy is lawfully terminated or if in ourjudgment you, Animal owner's name:

your animal, your guest, or any occupant violates any ofthe rules in

this addendum.

11. Special Provisions. The following special provisions control over

Animal Deposit. You must pay a one-time animal deposit of anyconflicting provisions ofthisaddendum:

$ dJlQ when you sign this addendum. This deposit adds Pet must be nn leashat all times

to your total security deposit under the Lease Contract, and we ..Pu.fcS3.da of the apartment. Properly

consider that total balance ageneral security deposit for all pur -dispose Of Pet waste when iT,gJriP/

poses. Refund ofthe total security deposit is subject tothe terms

and conditions in the Lease Contract, and this animal-deposit por outside of apartment. Pet must not be

tion ofthe total deposit is not separately refundable even if the left on/in patio/balcony/garage

animal is removed.

unsupervised at any time vi0iafio„B

5. Assistance or Service Animals. When allowed by applicable are $50 per inr-iHent

laws, we may require written verification ofor make other inquiries

regarding the disability-related need for an assistance orservice

animal for aperson with adisability. We will not charge an animal 12. Emergency. In an emergency involving an accident or injury to

deposit, additional rent, or other fee for any authorized assistance your animal, we have the right—but not the duty—to take the ani

orservice animal. Except as provided by applicable law, all other mal to the following veterinarian for treatment, atyour expense.

provisions ofthis addendum apply toassistance orservice animals.

Doctor: .

6. Search and Rescue Dogs. We may ask thehandler ofasearch and

rescue dog for proof he orsheis a person With a certification is Address:

sued by anationally recognized search and rescue agency before City/State/Zip:

we authorize asearch and rescue dog. If we authorize a search and

rescue dog, we will not charge an animal deposit, additional rent Phone: ( .).

or other fee for any such dog. Except as provided by applicable law,

all other provisions ofthis addendum apply tosearch and rescue 13.Animal Rules. You are responsible for the animal's actions at all

dogs. times.You agree to follow these rules:

7. Additional Monthly Rent. Your total monthly rent (as stated in 13.1 Shotsand Licenses. The animal at all times must have cur

theLease Contract) Will beincreased by $ 15. op rent rabies shots and licenses required by law. You must

show usevidence oftheshots and licenses ifweask.

8. Additional Fee. You must also pay a one-time nonrefundable 13^2 Disturbances. The animal must not disturb the neighbors

fee of $—4QQ.0Q tokeep the animal in the dwelling unit. orother residents, regardless ofwhether theanimal is inside

The fee is due when you sign this addendum. or outside the dwelling.

9. Liability Not Limited. The additional monthly rent and additional 13.3 Housebreaking, Cages, Offspring. Dogs, cats, assistance

security deposit under this Animal Addendum do not limit resi or service animals, and search and rescue dogs must be

dents' liability for property damage, cleaning, deodorization, de- housebroken. All other animals must be caged atall times

fleaing, replacements, orpersonal injuries. No animal offspring areallowed.

10. Description of Animal. You maw l»en nnh, th a a n i m a l s\c •

13.4 Indoor Waste Areas. Inside, the animal may urinate or def-

13.7 Off-Limit Areas. You mustnot let an animal—other than 17.2 Removal Process. To remove an animal, we must follow the

an assistance or service animal—into swimming-pool ar procedures in paragraphs 27 and 28 ofthe Lease Contract,

eas, laundry rooms, offices, clubrooms, other recreational and we may turn the animal overto ahumane society or local

facilities, or other dwelling units besides your oWh, except authority. We'll return the animal toyou upon request if We

thatsearch and rescue dogs shall be allowed to use areas haven't already turned it over to a humane society or local

oftheproperty accessible tothegeneral public, such as the authority. We don't have alien on the animal for any purpose,

leasing office. Certain service animals in training shall also but you must pay for reasonable care and kenneling charges

be allowed to use those areas when accompanied by an ap for the animal. Ifyou don't pick up the animal within five days

proved trainer.

after weremove it, itwill beconsidered abandoned.

13.8 Food &Water. Your animal must be fed and given water in

side thedwelling unit. You may notleave animal food orwa 18. Liability for Damage, Injuries, Cleaning. Except for reasonable

teroutside thedwelling unit at anytime, except in fenced wear and teau-esulting from an assistance or service animal, you

yards (ifany) foryourexclusive use. and all co-residents are jointly and severally liable for the entire

13.9 Leash. You must keep the animal on a leash and under amount of any damage the causes, including cleaning, defleaing,

your supervision when outside the dwelling orin any pri or deodorizing. This provision applies to all parts of the dwelling

vate fenced area. We or ourrepresentative may pick up un unit including carpets, doors, walls, drapes, wallpaper, windows,

leashed animals, report them to the proper authorities, or screens, furniture, and appliances, as well as landscaping and other

do both. We'll charge you a reasonable fee for picking up outside improvements. If an item cannot be satisfactorily cleaned

and keeping unleashed animals. or repaired, you must pay for us to replace it. Paymentfor damage,

repairs, cleaning, replacements, and the like are due immediately

13.10 Animal Waste. Unless we have designated aparticular area upon demand. As the owner, you're strictly liable for the entire

in your dwelling unit oronthegrounds for animal defeca amount of any injury that your animal causes to another person or

tion and urination, you are prohibited from letting an ani to anyone's property. You indemnify us for all costs oflitigation and

mal defecate or urinate anywhere on our property and you attorney's fees resulting from any such injury or damage.

must take the animal off our property for that purpose. If

we allow animal, defecation inside theunit, you must ensure 19. Move-Out. Except for reasonable wear and tear resulting from an

that it's done in alitter box with akitty-litter-type mix. Ifthe assistance or service animal, when you move out, you'll pay for de

animal defecates anywhere on our property (including in a fleaing, deodorizing, and shampooing toprotect future residents

fenced yard for your exclusive use), you must immediately from possible health hazards, regardless of how long the animal

remove thewaste and repair any damage. In addition tothe was there. We-^not you—will arrange for these services.

terms ofthis addendum, you must comply with all local or

dinances regarding animal defecation. 20. Multiple Residents. Each resident whosigned the Lease Contract

must also sign this addendum. You, your guests, and any occu

14. Additional Rules. We may make reasonable changes to the ani pants must follow all animal rules. Each resident is Jointly and sev

mal rules from time to time if we distribute aWritten copy of any erally liable for damages and all other obligations set forth in this

changes toevery resident who is allowed tohave animals. addendum, even iftheresident does not own theanimal.

15. Violation ofRules. Ifyou, your guest, or any occupant violates any 21. Dog Park. We may provide an area to be used as adog park. While

rule or provision of this addendum (in our judgment) and We give using the park, you will be required to supervise your dog, but may

you written notice ofthe violation, you must remove the animal remove the leash. Leashes must be used while traveling to and

immediately and permanently from thepremises. We also have all from the park. The park is not supervised or monitored in any way,

other rights and remedies set forth in paragraph 27 of the Lease and you use the park at your own risk. We are not liable for any

Contract, including eviction and recovering damages and attor injury, damage or loss which is caused as aresult of any problem

ney'sfees from you. defect or malfunction ofthe park. We are also not liable for injury,

damage or loss to any person, animal or property caused by any

16. Complaints About Animal. If we receive a reasonable complaint other person or animal, including, but not limited to, dog bite, tres

from a neighbor or other resident or if we, in our sole discretion, pass, assault orany other crime. Furthermore; we are not liable for

determine that the animal has disturbed neighbors or other resi any disruption in the park's operation or performance. You hereby

dents, we will give you written notice and you must immediately release us and our agents, contractors, employees and representa

and permanently remove the animal from the premises. tives from any liability connected With the park. You agree to be

17. Our Removal ofan Animal. In some circumstances, we may enter responsible for any property damage caused by you, your guests

the dwelling unit and remove the animal within one day after leav or other occupants to the park. You understand that participating

ing a written notice in aconspicuous place.

in any activity at the park carries arisk of injury, and you are willing

to assume this risk. We make no representations or warranties of

anykind regarding the park.

17.1 Causes for Removal. We can remove an animal under this

paragraph if, inoursole judgment, you have: 2.2. General. You acknowledge that no otheroral or written agreement

(A) abandonedthe animal; exists regarding animals. Except for any special provisions noted In

(B) left the animal in the dwelling unit for an extended pe paragraph 11 above, our representative has no authority to modify

riod oftime without food orwater; this addendum or the animal rules except in writing as described

(D) violated our animal rules; OR areconsidered partofthe Lease Contract described above.

(E) lettheanimal defecate orurinate where it's notallowed.

You are legally bound bythis document. Please read it carefully.

Resident or Residents (allsign below)

Owner or Owner's Representative (sign below)

(Name of Resident) Date signed

Datesigned

(Name of Resident) Datesigned

Moid Information and Prevention Addendum

TEXASAPARTMENT ASSOCIATION

Date of Lease; January 9, 2015

(when the Lease Isfilled out)

_ir.Dortor:T.!:torntot,cn toryou, and ressoxsoitote for actrycu ana us. -*—.

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract executed by 4. Avoiding Moisture Buildup. To avoid mold growth, it's important to

you, the resident or residents, on the dwelling you have agreed to rent. prevent excess rpoisture buildup in your dwelling. Failing topromptly

That dwelling Is: Unit # 1027 attend to leaks and moisture accumulations on dwelling surfaces can

encourage mold growth, especially in places where they might get in

at ComCapp Tiinher^fone LLC side walls or ceilings. Prolonged moisture can come from awide variety

of sources, such as:

(name ofapartments) • rainwater leaking from roofs, windows, doors, and outside Walls,

as well as flood waters rising above floor level;

orother dwelling located at __^.

• overflows from showers, bathtubs, toilets, sinks, washing ma

chines, dehumidifiers, refrigerator or air-conditioner drip pans, or

clogged air-conditioner condensation lines;

(street address ofhouse, duplex, etc) ' LealfS from plumbin9 lines or fixtures, and leaks into walls from

bad or missing grouting or caulking around showers, bathtubs, or

sinks;

City/State/Zip Where dwelling is located: •

• washing-machine hose leaks, plant-watering overflows, pet

urine, cooking spills, beverage spills, and steam from excessive

open-pot cooking;

2,About Moid. Mold is found everywhere in our environment, both

indoors and outdoors and in both new and old structures. Molds are • leaks from clothes^dryer discharge vents (which can put alot of

nothing new—they are natural microscopic organisms that reproduce moisture into the air); and

by spores. They have always been with us. In the environment, molds • insufficient drying of carpets, carpet pads, shower walls, and

break down organic matter and use the end product for food. Without bathroom floors.

molds we would all be struggling with large amounts of dead organic

matter. Mold spores (like plant pollen) spread through the air arid are 5. Cleaning Mold; If small areas of mold have already accumulated on

commonly transported by shoes, clothing, and other materials. Mold nonporous surfaces (such as ceramic tile, formica, vinyl flooring, metal

can grow inside a dwelling when excess moisture is present. There is wood, or plastic), the Environmental Protection Agency recommends

conflicting scientific evidence about how much mold must accumulate that you first clean the areas with soap (or detergent) and water and let

before It-creates adverse health effects on people and animals. Even so, the surface dry thoroughly. (Applying biocides without first cleaning

we must take appropriate precautions to prevent its buildup. " away the dirt and oils from the surface is like painting over old paint

without first cleaning and preparing thesurface.) When the surface

3. Preventing Mold Begins with You. To minimize the potential for is dry-and within 24 hours of cleaning-apply apremixed spray-on

mold growth in your dwelling, you must: household biocide such as Lysol Disinfectant', Original Pine-Sol"

Cleaner,Tilex Mold &Mildew Remover- or Clorox' Clean-up*Cleaner

• Keep your dwelling dean—particularly the kitchen, the bath + Bleach. (Note two things: First, only a few of the common house

rooms, carpets, and floors. Regular vacuuming and mopping of hold cleaners can actually kill mold. Second, Tilex and Clorox contain

floors, plus cleaning hard surfaces using ahousehold cleaner, are bleach, which can discolor orstain surfaces, so follow the instructions

all important to remove the household dirt and debris that har on the container.) Always clean and apply a biocide toan area five or

bor mold or food for mold. Throw away moldy food immediately. six times larger than any mold you see—mold can be present but not

• Remove visible moisture accumulations on windows, walls, ceil yet visible to the naked eye. Avacuum cleaner with a high-efficiency

ings, floors, and other surfaces as soon as reasonably possible particulate air (HEPA) filter can be used to help remove nohVisible mold

Look for leaks in washing-machine hoses and discharge lines— products from porous items such as fibers in sofas, chairs, drapes, and

especially ifthe leak is large enough for water to seep into nearby carpets—provided the fibers are completely dry. Machine washing or

walls. Ifyour dwelling has them, turn on exhaust fans in the bath dry-cleaning will remove moldfrom clothes.

room before showering and in the kitchen before cooking with

open pots. Also when showering, keep theshower curtain inside 6. Warning for Porous Surfaces and Large Surfaces. Do not clean or

thetub (or fully close the shower doors). Experts also recommend apply biocides to visible mold on porous surfaces such as sheetrock

that after ashower or bath you (1) wipe moisture offshowerwalls, walls or ceilings or to large areas ofvisible mold on nonporous surfaces

shower doors, the bathtub, and the bathroom floor; (2) leave the Instead, notify us in writing and we Will take appropriate action tocom

bathroom door open until all moisture on themirrors and bath ply with Section 92.051 et seq. of the Texas Property Code, subject to

room walls and tile surfaces has dissipated; and (3) hang up your the special exceptions for natural disasters.

towels and bath mats so they will completely dry out.

• Promptly notify us in writing about any air-conditioning or heat 7. Compliance. Complying with this addendum will help prevent mold

ing-system problems you discover. Follow any ofour rules about growth in your dwelling, and both you and we will be able to respond

replacing air filters. It's also good-practice toopen windows and correctly if problems develop that could lead to mold growth. Ifyou

doors periodically on days when the outdoor weather is dry (i.e., have questions about this addendum, please contact us atthe man

humidity is below 50%) to help humid areas ofyour dwelling dry' agement office oratthe phone number shown in your Lease Contract.

Ifyou fail tocomply with this addendum, you can

• Promptly notify us in writing ofany signs ofwater leaks, water be held responsible for property damage to the

infiltration, ormold. We will respond in accordance with state law dwelling and any health problems that may re

and the Lease Contract torepair orremedy thesituation as neces sult.We can't fix problems in your dwelling unless

sary.

we know about them.

Resident orResidents (all sign below) Owner or Owner's Representative (sign below)

(Name ofResident) Datesigned

Datesigned

(Nameof Resident) Datesigned

f\T.«. _fD..:J.

LEASE ADDENDUM FOR

ALLOCATING WATER/WASTEWATER COSTS

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease Contract for

APl- No- 1027 in the ComCapp Tinkers ton* 5. Common area deduction. We will calculate your allocated

LLC share of the rhastermctered water/Wastewater bill according to

PUC rules. Before calculating your portion of the bill, we will

deduct for irrigation of landscaping and all other common area

.Apartments uses, as required by PUC rules. We will also deduct for any

Houston _^, Texas.

utility company base charges and customer service charges so

Reason for allocation. When water and wastewater bills are that you won't be paying any part of such charges for vacant

paid 100 percent by the property owner, residents have no units. No administrative or other fees will be added to the total

incentive to conserve water. This results in awaste ofour state's mastermeter water/wastewater bill(s) to be allocated unless

natural resources and adds to the overhead of the property-and expressly allowed by PUC rules. No other amounts will be

that usually means higher rents. Allocation of water bills saves included in the bill except your unpaid balances and any late fees

money for residents because it encourages them to conserve you incur. If we fail to pay our mastermeter bill to the utility

water and wastewater. We as owners also have incentive to company on time and incur penalties or interest, no portion of

conserve because we are required by law to pay aportion of the such amounts will be included in your bill.

total water bill(s) for the entire apartment community.

6. Change of allocation formula. The above allocation formula

Your payment due date. Payment of your allocated for determining your share of the mastcrmetered water/

water/wastewater bill is due 16 days after the date it is wastewater bill cannot be changed except as follows: (1) the new

postmarked or hand delivered to your apartment. You agree to formula is one approved by th PUC; (2) you receive notice of the

mail or deliver payment to the place indicated on your bill so that new formula at least 35 days before it takes effect; and (3) you

payment is received no later than the due date. You will pay a agree to the change in a signed lease renewal or signed mutual

late charge of 5percent of your water/wastewater bill ifwe don't agreement.

receive timely payment. If you are late in paying the water bill

we may not cut off your water; but we may immediately exercise 7. Previous average. As required under PUC rules, you are

all other lawful remedies, including eviction-just like late notified that the average monthly bill for all dwelling units in the

payment of rent. previous calendar year was $34.50 per unit, varying from

J-35i00_to$_75_i00_for the lowest to highest month's

Allocation procedures. Your monthly rent under the TAA bills for any unit in the apartment community for this period, if

Lease Contract does not include a charge for water and such information is available. The above amounts do not reflect

wastewater. Instead, you will be receiving aseparate bill from us future changes in utility company water rates, weather variations

each month for such utilities. We may include this item as a total water consumption, residents' water consumption habits, etc.'

separate and distinct charge as part^of a multi-item bill. We will

allocate the monthly mastermeter water/wastewater bill(s) for the 8. Right to examine records. During regular weekday office

apartment community, based on an allocation method approved hours, you may examine: (1) our water/wastewater bills from the

by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) and described utility company; (2) our calculations of your monthly allocations;

below. and (3) any other information available to you under PUC rules'

Please give us reasonable advance notice to gather data. Any

The allocation method that we will use in calculating your bill is disputes relating to the computation of your bill will be between

noted below and described in the following subdivision of you and us.

Section 24.124 of the PUC rules (check only one):

9. PUC. Water allocation billing is regulated by the PUC. Acopy

• subdivision (i) actualoccupancy; of the rules is attached. This addendum complies with those

• subdivision (ii) ratio occupancy (PUC average rules.

for number ofoccupants inunit);

subdivision (iii) average occupancy (PUC avg. 10. Conservation efforts. We agree to use our best efforts to repair

for no. ofbedrooms inunit); any water leaks inside or outside your apartment no later than 7

SI subdivision (iv) combination ofoccupancy and days after learning of them. You agree to use your best efforts to

conserve water and notify us of leaks.

square feetof theapartment; or

subdivision (v) submetered hot/cold water, ratio to total.

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.

Resident or Residents

(All residents must sign here) Owner or Owner's Representative

(Signs here)

Regina Sophus

Date of Lease Contract

January 9. 2015

Attached: Copy ofPUC water billing rules

Water allocation and submetering is regulated by the Texas Public Utility Commission (PUC). In accordance

with PUC rules, acopy oftheapplicable rules are provided to you below:

SUBCHAPTER H: WATER UTILITY SUBMETERING AND ALLOCATION

construction began afterJanuary 1,2003, shall provide for themeasurement of

§24.121. General Rules and Definitions. the quantity ofwater, ifany,consumed bythe occupants ofeach unitthrough

the Installation of:

(a) Purposeandscope.Theprovislonsofthissubchapterareintendedtpestablish (1) submeters, owned by the property owner or manager,for each dwelling

a comprehensive regulatory system to assure that the practices involving unit or rental unit or

submetered and allocated billing ofdwelling units and multiple usefacilities for

waterand sewer"utilityservicearejustand reasonable and Includeappropriate (2) individual meters, owned by the retail public utility, for each dwelling

unit or rental unit.

safeguards for tenants.

(b) Application. The provisions of this subchapter apply to apartment houses, (c) Plumbing system requirement. An owner of an apartment house on which

condominiums, multiple use facilities, and manufactured home rental

construction began after January 1, 2003, and that provides government

communities billing for water and wastewater utility service onasubmetered

assisted orsubsidized rental housing tolow orvery low income residents shall

or allocated basis, Install aplumbing system in the apartment house that is compatible with the

(c) Definitions. The following words and terms, when used In this subchapter, installation ofsubmetersfor the measurementofthe quantity ofwater, ifany,

consumed by the occupants of each unit.

have the following meanings, unless the context clearly Indicates otherwise.' (d) Installation of Individual meters. On the request by the property owner or

(1) Allocated utilityservice-Water or wastewater utilityservicethat is master

metered to an owner byaretail public utilityand allocated to tenants by manager, a retail public utility shall install individual meters owned by the

the owner. utility in an apartmenthouse, manufactured home rental community, multiple

(2) Apartment house - Abuilding or buildings containing five or more use facility, or condominium on which construction began after January 1,

dwelling units thatare occupied primarilyfor nontranslentuse, including 2003, unless the retail public utility determines that installation of meters is

aresidential condominium whether rented orowner occupied, and if a not feasible. Iftheretail public utility determines that installation ofmeters Is

dwelling unit Is rented, having rental paid atintervals ofone month or not feasible, the property owner or manager shall install aplumbing system

longer. that Is compatible With the Installation ofsubmeters orIndividual meters. A

retail public utility may charge reasonable costs toInstall individual meters.

(3) Customer service charge -Acustomer service charge is arate that is not

dependent on theamount ofwater used through themaster meter. (e) Records.The ownershall make the following records available for inspection

(4) Dwelling unit - One or more rooms In an apartment house or . bythe tenant orthe commission orcommission staffatthe on-site manager's

condominium, suitable for occupancy as a residence, and containing

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