Missouri Residential Lease Agreement

MISSOURI RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT
(LEASE FOR TERM OR MONTH-TO-MONTH)

THIS LEASE AGREEMENT (“Agreement” or “Lease”) is made and entered into this _____ day of _________________, 20_____, between ____________________________________________________________, whose address is ____________________________________________________________ (“Landlord”) and ____________________________________________________________ (“Tenant”).

WHEREAS, Landlord leases to Tenant, and Tenant leases from Landlord, the (the single family home) (apartment #_____) (condominium unit #_____) (townhouse unit #_____) in ____________________________ County, Missouri, such real property having a street address of ____________________________________________________________ (the “Premises”) on the terms and conditions as contained herein; and

NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the covenants and obligations contained in this Agreement and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is acknowledged, the parties agree:

1. TERM. This Agreement shall commence on ________________________ (“Commencement Date”). [check either (a) or (b)]:

_____ (a) Lease: This Agreement shall continue as a lease for term. The termination date shall be on ___________________ [date] at 11:59 PM. Upon termination date, Tenant shall be required to vacate the Premises unless one of the following circumstances occur: (i) Landlord and Tenant formally extend this Agreement in writing or create and execute a new, written, and signed agreement; or (ii) Landlord willingly accepts new Rent from Tenant, which does not constitute past due Rent. If Landlord accepts from Tenant new Rent, a month-to-month tenancy shall be created. Either party may terminate this month-to-month tenancy by following the procedures specified in paragraph 1(b). Rent shall continue at the rate specified in this Agreement, or as allowed by law. All other terms and conditions as outlined in this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

_____ (b) Month-to-Month: This Agreement shall continue as a month-to-month tenancy. If at any time Tenant desires to terminate the tenancy, Tenant may do so by providing to Landlord written notice of intention to terminate. Such notice to terminate must be provided to Landlord at least thirty (30) days prior to the desired date of termination of the tenancy. If at any time Landlord desires to terminate the tenancy, Landlord may do so by providing to Tenant such written notice of intention to terminate at least thirty (30) days prior to the desired date of termination of the tenancy. Notices to terminate may be given on any calendar day, irrespective of Commencement Date.

2. RENT. Under the terms of this Agreement, “Rent” shall consist of all monetary obligations owed to Landlord by Tenant in accordance with this Agreement including any Late Charge. However, the Security Deposit shall not be considered Rent. Tenant shall pay to Landlord ____________________________________________________________ DOLLARS ($______________) per month as Rent for the Term of the Agreement. Due date for Rent payment shall be the 1st day of each calendar month and shall be considered advance payment for that month. If not remitted on the 1st, Rent shall be considered overdue and delinquent on the 2nd day of each calendar month. In the event that the Commencement Date is not the 1st of the calendar month, Rent payment remitted on the Commencement Date shall be prorated based on a thirty (30) day period.

Landlord will accept personal checks, cashier’s checks, or money orders for Rent, except if Tenant has had a personal check returned for non-sufficient funds or account closure. For each returned check, Tenant shall pay a service charge of ____________________________________________________________ DOLLARS ($______________). Landlord may choose not to accept cash. Payment shall be made to Landlord under the following name and address:
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3. SECURITY DEPOSIT. Upon execution of this Agreement, Tenant shall deliver a sum of money not exceeding two (2) months of monthly Rent, in the amount of ____________________________________________________________ DOLLARS ($______________) (the “Security Deposit”), to either Landlord or Landlord’s property manager, as specified by Landlord. As required by §535.300 RSMo, Landlord shall hold Tenant’s Security Deposit in a separate account for the Term of this Agreement as security for Tenant’s performance of Tenant’s obligations under this Agreement.

Use of Security Deposit. Landlord may withhold from the Security Deposit such amounts as are reasonably necessary to: (a) remedy any default by Tenant in the payment of Rent; (b) restore the Premises to its condition at the commencement of the Term, excluding ordinary wear and tear; or (c) compensate Landlord for actual damages sustained as a result of Tenant’s failure to provide adequate notice to terminate this Agreement in accordance with law or the terms of this Agreement; and as may be permitted by applicable law.

Carpet Cleaning Costs. An amount up to _____________________________________________________________ DOLLARS ($______________) may be withheld from the Security Deposit for actual carpet cleaning costs incurred. However, Tenant may still be liable for actual costs for carpet cleaning or other repairs or replacements of damage that exceed ordinary wear and tear, which may also be withheld from the Security Deposit.

Return of Security Deposit. In accordance with §535.300 RSMo, within thirty (30) days after the termination of this Agreement, Landlord shall either return the full amount of the Security Deposit or provide Tenant with a receipt for any applicable actual carpet cleaning costs, including a written itemized list of the damages for which the Security Deposit or any portion has been withheld, along with any remaining balance. The refund may be made in one check, payable jointly to all known individuals and entities that comprise Tenant as defined under the Lease. Landlord may mail the check only to one Tenant.

Security Deposit Not Considered Liquidated Damages. The Security Deposit does not constitute liquidated damages, and nothing in this Agreement shall limit Landlord’s right to recover actual damages in excess of the Security Deposit, or permit Tenant to apply any portion of it in lieu of payment of any Rent due under this Agreement.

Interest-Bearing Account. The Security Deposit, along with any prepaid rent or other deposit under this Agreement, may be held in an interest-bearing account. Any interest earned shall be paid to Landlord (or its property manager, if one has been designated).

Transfer of Interest. If Landlord conveys Landlord’s interest under this Agreement, the Security Deposit may be turned over to Landlord’s grantees or assigns. In that event, Tenant releases Landlord from any liability and shall look solely to such grantee or assign for any matters relating to the Security Deposit.

4. CONDITION OF PREMISES. With the exception of the items listed in this section and identified as “Maintenance Work,” Tenant stipulates, represents and warrants that Tenant has examined the Premises, and that they are at the time of the execution of this Agreement in good order, repair, and in a safe, clean and habitable condition. If Landlord is unable to provide Tenant with possession of the Premises, including any required Maintenance Work specified in this section, within three (3) days of the scheduled Commencement Date, Tenant shall have two options as Tenant’s sole and exclusive remedies in such a situation: (a) to terminate the Agreement by providing notice to Landlord before possession is delivered, or (b) to receive a prorated abatement in Rent until such date that possession is delivered to Tenant.

Tenant is solely responsible for any repairs that need to be made due to Tenant’s negligence, intentional misconduct, or neglect (or that of others as outlined in Section 26 of this Agreement). Landlord may opt to perform these repairs, and Tenant must reimburse Landlord for the cost, along with interest at a rate of three percent (3%) above the publicly announced prime rate of Bank of America, N.A. (or its successors), but not exceeding the maximum rate permitted by law (the “Default Rate”), from the date Landlord incurs the expense until the date of reimbursement by Tenant. Landlord is not obligated to make any other improvements or repairs to the Premises. Landlord and Tenant agree that: [for each item, check either Landlord or Tenant]:

_____ Landlord or _____ Tenant is responsible for lawn maintenance and routine landscaping, if any, or arranging for its maintenance.
_____ Landlord or _____ Tenant is responsible for clearing snow and ice from the Premises, or arranging for its removal.
_____ Landlord or _____ Tenant is responsible for extermination of rodents and insects, with the exception of treatment for wood-destroying insects, for which Landlord remains responsible.

The scope of the Maintenance Work is restricted to the items listed below (if applicable). These items must be completed before the scheduled start date of the lease term, unless otherwise indicated:
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5. USE OF PREMISES. The Premises shall be used and occupied by Tenant and Tenant’s immediate family, consisting of ____________________________________________________________, exclusively, as a private single family dwelling, and no part of the Premises shall be used at any time during the term of this Agreement by Tenant for the purpose of carrying on any business, profession, or trade of any kind, or for any purpose other than as a private single family dwelling. Tenant shall not allow any other person, other than Tenant’s immediate family or transient relatives and friends who are guests of Tenant, to use or occupy the Premises without first obtaining Landlord’s written consent to such use. Tenant shall comply with any and all laws, ordinances, rules and orders of any and all governmental or quasi-governmental authorities affecting the cleanliness, use, occupancy and preservation of the Premises.

6. ASSIGNMENT, SUBLEASING, AND SUBLETTING. Tenant may not assign Tenant’s interests under this Agreement, sublease or sublet any portion of the Premises, or grant any license to use any portion Premises without the prior written consent of Landlord. Any unapproved attempt by Tenant to assign, sublease, sublet, or license all or any portion of Tenant’s interest under this Agreement shall qualify as a material breach of this Agreement. Such actions (whether through voluntary act, operation of law, or otherwise) shall be deemed null and void regarding the transfer of such interest to any third party. The prohibited activities described in this paragraph shall include but are not limited to subleasing or subletting through short-term rental or sharing services such as Airbnb®, Craigslist®, Vrbo®, or any rental, sharing, exchanging, or hosting platform. A consent by Landlord to one such assignment, subleasing, subletting, or license is not consent to any subsequent assignment, subleasing, subletting, or license.

7. ALTERATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS. Tenant shall make no alterations to the buildings or improvements on the Premises or construct any building or make any other improvements on the Premises without the prior written consent of Landlord. Any and all alterations, changes, and/or improvements built, constructed or placed on the Premises by Tenant shall, unless otherwise provided by written agreement between Landlord and Tenant, be and become the property of Landlord and remain on the Premises at the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement.

8. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Tenant shall not keep on the Premises any item of a dangerous, flammable or explosive character that might unreasonably increase the danger of fire or explosion on the Premises or that might be considered hazardous or extra hazardous by any responsible insurance company.

9. UTILITIES AND SERVICES. Tenant agrees to cover all expenses associated with connecting utilities, including electricity, natural gas, sewer, and water, as well as services such as sanitation, cable or satellite television, internet service, security alarm service, and telephone service. Tenant will also be responsible for any deposits required for these services and any costs incurred during the Term. Tenant must arrange for all accounts to be put in Tenant’s name no later than the first day of the Term. If Tenant fails to have all utilities placed in Tenant’s name within three (3) days of occupying the Premises, Landlord may disconnect the utilities if they were originally in Landlord’s name. Tenant must have written approval from Landlord prior to installing any satellite dishes on the Premises.

10. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR; RULES. Tenant will, at its sole expense, keep and maintain the Premises and appurtenances in good and sanitary condition and repair during the term of this Agreement and any renewal thereof. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, unless otherwise agreed in writing Tenant shall:

(a) Not obstruct the driveways, sidewalks, courts, entry ways, stairs and/or halls, which shall be used for the purposes of ingress and egress only;

(b) Not place boats, trailers, recreational vehicles (RVs), or campers on the Premises.

(c) Keep all windows, glass, window coverings, doors, locks and hardware in good, clean order and repair;

(d) Not obstruct or cover the windows or doors;

(e) Not leave windows or doors in an open position during any inclement weather;

(f) Take necessary and appropriate measures to prevent pipes from freezing during freezing temperatures.

(g) Not hang any laundry, clothing, sheets, etc. from any window, rail, porch or balcony nor air or dry any of same within any yard area or space;

(h) Not change, replace, or add locks to any doors or windows without Landlord’s prior written consent. Upon termination or expiration of the Agreement, Tenant must return all keys, fobs, passcards, and garage openers to Landlord. If Tenant requests Landlord to change the locks, Tenant must pay in advance for all related locksmith or contractor fees. Landlord agrees to change the locks in accordance with this request;

(i) Comply with all rules related to vehicles and parking. Vehicles belonging to Tenant, their family members, guests, invitees, agents, or employees, including automobiles and motorcycles, must be in operating condition, licensed, and insured. If provided, they must be parked in designated parking areas and not elsewhere. The Premises may not be used for any vehicle repairs;

(j) Not drill into the walls, woodwork or any part of the Premises with nails, screws or adhesive hangers, with the exception of standard picture hooks, shade brackets and curtain rods;

(k) Not place any objects or personal property in a manner that exceeds the load limits of the Premises. Furniture or equipment such as waterbeds, pianos, aquariums, and similar heavy items may only be placed on the Premises with the Landlord’s written consent.

(l) Not leave the Premises unoccupied for any prolonged duration;

(m) Keep all air conditioning filters clean and free from dirt, and replace the filters regularly (no less than every three months);

(n) Ensure that all bathroom fixtures, plumbing, and water systems are in good condition and functioning properly; use these systems only for their intended purposes; and not allow any debris, waste, or substances to be disposed of in them. Tenant is responsible for any damage or repair costs caused by improper usage;

(o) Maintain order at all times, both within the Premises and in all places on the Premises, including among family and guests, and avoid making or permitting any loud or improper noises that might disturb other residents;

(p) Maintain the volume of all audio devices, such as radios, televisions, stereos, and entertainment equipment, at a level that does not disturb other residents;

(q) Store and dispose of garbage, trash, waste, and debris in containers designated by Landlord, placed in designated areas, and prepared for collection according to the Landlord’s specifications. If Landlord designates a pickup service, Tenant must use it at Tenant’s own expense. Tenant may be required by Landlord to contract directly with a designated service provider. Food items and other waste must be stored and removed from the property in leak-proof containers. Tenant must clean and remove any evidence of leaks at Tenant’s own expense. Tenant assumes all costs of extermination and fumigation for infestation caused by Tenant;

(r) Properly use and operate all electrical, gas, heating, plumbing and other fixtures and appliances supplied by Landlord;

(s) Not engage in smoking or the use of vapor-generating electronic devices, including, but not limited to, tobacco, marijuana, or cannabis (THC, CBD), within the interior or exterior boundaries of the Premises. Should Tenant breach this provision, Tenant shall be liable for all costs associated with the cleaning, restoration, deodorizing, abatement, repainting, or replacement of any affected ductwork, carpeting, vinyl flooring, or curtains that may be required as a result of such breach;

(t) Regularly inspect all smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and other safety devices to ensure they are functioning correctly, including replacing batteries as needed to maintain their good working order;

(u) Comply with and follow all rules and regulations that pertain to the Premises or the related common areas, as established and communicated by the Owners’ Association having control over them;

(v) Upon termination and vacation, restore the Premises to their initial condition except for reasonable wear and tear.

11. INSURANCE. Landlord shall ensure that fire and extended owners/hazard casualty replacement coverage insurance is in effect for the structure of the Premises throughout the Term and any extensions of this Agreement. Upon request, Landlord shall provide proof of such insurance to Tenant. Tenant shall obtain adequate insurance for Tenant’s personal property and liability insurance in the amount of ________________________________________________________________ DOLLARS ($______________) during the Term and any extensions of this Agreement and shall demonstrate the same to Landlord upon request. Landlord shall not be liable for damage to Tenant’s property unless such damage is the result of Landlord’s gross negligence or intentional misconduct. Landlord, Landlord’s agent or manager, or, if applicable, the Owners’ Association, are not responsible for insuring Tenant’s or Tenant’s permitted visitors’ personal property and vehicles against loss or damage due to theft, vandalism, fire, water, rain, criminal or negligent acts of others, or any other cause. The parties agree that, upon notification by Landlord, Tenant shall take all actions necessary to avoid: (i) an increase in Landlord’s insurance premium (or Tenant shall pay for the increase in premium); or (ii) loss of insurance. Landlord and Tenant waive any rights they may have against each other for any loss or damage to the person or property of Landlord or Tenant, the Premises or its contents, which is covered by insurance held by either Landlord or Tenant (up to the amount of insurance proceeds, including the deductible). Additionally, both parties, on behalf of their respective insurance companies that insure their property, waive any right of subrogation they may have against the other party.

12. FIRE OR CASUALTY DAMAGE. If the Premises is deemed partially uninhabitable due to fire or other casualty, Rent will be lowered equitably until the Premises is fully habitable or the Agreement is terminated. If Landlord chooses not to terminate the Agreement, Landlord must take prompt steps to make the Premises fully habitable. If the repair is not completed within one month after the damage, Tenant may choose to terminate the Agreement immediately by giving written notice to Landlord. If the Premises is completely destroyed or becomes wholly uninhabitable, either party may choose to terminate the Agreement by providing notice to the other party. In this case, Tenant will receive a refund of any prepaid Rent and unexpended portion of the Security Deposit. If the Agreement is not terminated by either party, the Rent will be abated until the property is repaired and suitable for occupancy.

13. QUIET ENJOYMENT AND ACCESS. Landlord shall allow Tenant to occupy and use the Premises peacefully during the Term without unreasonable interference from Landlord, as long as Tenant complies with this Agreement. Landlord or its designated agent(s) have the right, but not the obligation, to inspect the Premises’ condition and ensure Tenant’s compliance with this Agreement, make necessary or desired repairs, and show the property to prospective tenants or buyers. For these purposes, Landlord may enter at reasonable times with prior Notice, except in cases of emergency, which shall require no Notice from Landlord. Landlord shall have the right to display “for sale,” “for rent,” or similar signs on the Premises at any time before the expiration of this Agreement.

14. SUBORDINATION OF LEASE. This Agreement and Tenant’s interest hereunder are and shall be subordinate, junior and inferior to any and all mortgages, liens or encumbrances now or hereafter placed on the Premises by Landlord, all advances made under any such mortgages, liens or encumbrances (including, but not limited to, future advances), the interest payable on such mortgages, liens or encumbrances and any and all renewals, extensions or modifications of such mortgages, liens or encumbrances.

15. TENANT’S HOLDOVER AND RENEWAL. Tenant shall provide written notice to Landlord at least _______ days prior to the expiration of the Term indicating Tenant’s intention to either renew or terminate this Agreement. If Tenant desires to renew this Agreement, Landlord may, at Landlord’s sole discretion, enter into a new Agreement with Tenant. If Tenant fails to provide such notice, or if Tenant remains in possession of the Premises without Landlord’s written consent after the Term has expired, or Landlord has terminated this Agreement, such a holdover by Tenant shall qualify as a default under this Agreement and create a tenancy at sufferance. Landlord may terminate this tenancy at sufferance without notice to Tenant, except as required by law, and is subject to all other terms of this Agreement to the extent they apply, except that Tenant must pay double the monthly Rent for each day Tenant remains in possession. The receipt of this additional Rent by Landlord does not relieve Tenant of liability for damages caused by Tenant’s holdover.

16. SURRENDER OF PREMISES. Upon the expiration of the term hereof, Tenant shall surrender the Premises in as good a state and condition as they were at the commencement of this Agreement, reasonable use and wear and tear thereof and damages by the elements excepted.

17. ANIMALS. Tenant shall be entitled to keep no more than ____________ (_____) domestic dogs, cats or birds; however, at such time as Tenant shall actually keep any such animal on the Premises, Tenant shall pay to Landlord a pet deposit of ____________________________________________________________ DOLLARS ($______________), ____________________________________________________________ DOLLARS ($______________) of which shall be non-refundable and shall be used upon the termination or expiration of this Agreement for the purposes of cleaning the carpets of the building.

18. QUIET ENJOYMENT. Tenant, upon payment of all of the sums referred to herein as being payable by Tenant and Tenant’s performance of all Tenant’s agreements contained herein and Tenant’s observance of all rules and regulations, shall and may peacefully and quietly have, hold and enjoy said Premises for the term hereof.

19. INDEMNIFICATION. Landlord shall not be liable for any damage or injury of or to the Tenant, Tenant’s family, guests, invitees, agents or employees or to any person entering the Premises or the building of which the Premises are a part or to goods or equipment, or in the structure or equipment of the structure of which the Premises are a part, and Tenant hereby agrees to indemnify, defend and hold Landlord harmless from any and all claims or assertions of every kind and nature.

20. DEFAULT. If Tenant fails to make a Rent payment by the due date or violates any other term of this Agreement, Landlord may declare Tenant in default and exercise any of the rights or remedies established within this Agreement or at law without prior notice or demand to Tenant. These rights and remedies are in addition to, and not in place of, any other rights and remedies available under law or equity, including those outlined in §441.065 RSMo in the event of Tenant’s abandonment of the Premises. Landlord’s failure to exercise or delay in exercising any right or remedy does not constitute a waiver of that right. A single or partial exercise of a right or remedy does not prevent further exercise of that right or any other right. Any payment received by Landlord does not constitute an accord and satisfaction. Landlord may accept such payment without waiving Landlord’s right to recover any remaining balance or exercise any other right or remedy in the event of Tenant’s default. Any payment received by Landlord will first be applied to the costs and expenses incurred by Landlord in re-letting the premises following a Tenant default, including but not limited to advertising fees, attorney fees, brokerage fees, and cleaning and repair costs; second, to any additional charges or other debts (other than monthly rent) owed by Tenant under this Agreement; and third, to the payment of any Rent owed. If a deficiency remains after these payments are applied, Tenant must immediately pay the deficiency, along with interest at the Default Rate, until it is fully paid.

21. DAMAGES. Tenant shall be responsible for compensating Landlord for any damages incurred due to the Tenant’s breach of this Agreement, which may include, but is not limited to, lost rent, the costs of preparing the Property for re-rental and a real estate broker’s commission for finding a new tenant due to eviction or early termination of the tenancy.

22. LATE CHARGE. Tenant agrees to pay Landlord a late fee of [check either or both of the following two options]:

_____ $______________ per month for which Rent remains unpaid after the due date
_____ $______________ per day for which Rent remains unpaid after the due date

Any late fees owed by Tenant under this provision are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided in this Agreement and will not limit Landlord’s ability to declare Tenant in default for failure to pay Landlord any sum when due.

23. ABANDONMENT. If at any time during the term of this Agreement Tenant abandons the Premises or any part thereof, Landlord may, at Landlord’s option, obtain possession of the Premises in the manner provided by law. In addition, Landlord may, at Landlord’s discretion, as agent for Tenant, relet the Premises, or any part thereof, for the whole or any part thereof, for the whole or any part of the then unexpired term, and may receive and collect all Rent payable by virtue of such reletting, and, at Landlord’s option, hold Tenant liable for any difference between the Rent that would have been payable under this Agreement during the balance of the unexpired term, if this Agreement had continued in force, and the net Rent for such period realized by Landlord by means of such reletting.

24. ATTORNEYS’ FEES. If Landlord enforces any term, covenant, or other obligation under this Agreement through court action, Tenant shall pay Landlord’s costs and expenses associated with the litigation, including court costs and reasonable attorney fees, in addition to any damages or equitable relief. This provision shall survive this Agreement’s termination.

25. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Agreement or its application is found to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, it shall not impact the enforceability of the remaining provisions of this Agreement or the enforceability of the invalid provision when applied to other individuals, entities, or circumstances, and such provision will instead be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law.

26. JOINT AND SEVERAL LIABILITY. The undersigned Tenants shall be jointly and severally liable for all covenants and obligations under this Agreement, including but not limited to payment of Rent and other charges, compliance with all covenants and conditions, and proper use and maintenance of the Premises. Each Tenant is responsible for the full performance of all obligations under this Agreement, and any one Tenant may be required to perform all such obligations in the event of a default by any other Tenant. 

27. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS. The covenants, obligations, and conditions set forth in this agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns.

28. DESCRIPTIVE HEADINGS. The descriptive headings used herein are for convenience of reference only and they are not intended to have any effect whatsoever in determining the rights or obligations of Landlord or Tenant.

29. CONSTRUCTION. The language used in this Agreement shall include, where appropriate, either gender or both, singular and plural forms.

30. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be governed by, construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Missouri.

31. TIME OF ESSENCE. Time is of the essence with respect to all obligations under this Agreement, including but not limited to the payment of Rent, compliance with the terms of this Agreement, and the delivery of possession of the Premises upon termination of this Agreement. The failure of either party to perform timely any obligation under this Agreement shall qualify as a material breach. A “day” under this Agreement refers to a 24-hour calendar day, seven days a week, unless otherwise specified.

32. WAIVER OF LEASE PROVISIONS AND FUTURE ENFORCEMENT. The failure of Landlord to insist on the exact and immediate fulfillment of any obligations or conditions under this Agreement, or any of the regulations specified, shall not qualify as a waiver of these provisions. This failure to insist will not restrict Landlord from demanding prompt compliance in the future and shall not prevent Landlord from taking legal action in case of future violations. Landlord can only waive a provision, obligation, or condition under this Agreement if the waiver is in writing and signed by Landlord.

33. MODIFICATION. This Agreement constitutes the full and complete understanding between the parties and may not be altered or amended in any manner except through a written agreement signed by both Landlord and Tenant.

34. SECURITY CAMERA USAGE DURING TENANCY. Landlord represents that any security cameras on or within the Premises, including but not limited to audio and video recording equipment, will be deactivated and not in use during the tenancy unless: (a) Tenant has exclusive access to and control over such cameras, and (b) Landlord and any other party does not have authorized access to such cameras. Landlord acknowledges that unauthorized access or use of the security system by Landlord or any other party during the tenancy may result in a violation of Tenant’s privacy and may result in civil damages and criminal charges. This section does not apply to security cameras located in common areas of multi-family housing, such as entranceways, hallways, building exteriors, exercise areas, front desk or concierge areas, elevators, refuse rooms, athletic courts or fields, laundry rooms, or parking areas.

35. LEAD-BASED PAINT DISCLOSURE. This disclosure is applicable if the Premises was constructed prior to 1978. Tenant acknowledges receiving the EPA publication, “Protect Your Family From Lead In Your Home.” In addition, a fully executed copy of the document “Disclosure of Information on Lead-Based Paint and Lead-Based Paint Hazards” has been signed by both Tenant and Landlord, as well as any applicable real estate broker, and is attached to and incorporated as a part of this Agreement.

36. RETURN OF KEYS. Tenant must return the keys to the Premises to Landlord when Tenant vacates the Premises.

37. NOTICE. Any notice or demand required or necessary under this Agreement or under state law (“Notice”) shall be considered validly given or served if it is sent in writing to the individual named below and delivered through one of the following methods: (1) personal delivery, (2) courier or messenger service, (3) posting or legal publication, (4) registered or certified mail through the United States Postal Service. A copy of any Notice may be sent by email for the convenience of the parties in addition to the methods above, but such an emailed copy is not required. Notice is considered delivered when it is actually received by the intended recipient, or as otherwise specified under applicable law or this Agreement. Refusal to accept a Notice shall qualify as delivery of the Notice.

The above-named individual for the Landlord is the agent authorized to manage the leased Premises and is either an owner of the Premises or a person or agent authorized to act for and on behalf of the owner for the acceptance of service of process and for receipt of Notices.

Either Landlord or Tenant may modify the address for payment of Rent or delivery of Notices (or designate a new person to receive them) by providing at least fifteen (15) days’ written notice to the other party in the manner specified above.

38. ANTI-TERRORISM CERTIFICATION. Both parties represent and warrant to each other and to any broker(s) involved that they are not, and are not acting on behalf of, any person or entity designated as a “Specially Designated National and Blocked Person” as defined in Presidential Executive Order 13224 or any person or entity with whom doing business is prohibited under anti-terrorism laws. Both parties agree to provide a certificate confirming this effect, including their tax identification number.

39. PARKING. If parking spaces are included as part of this Agreement, the following information must be indicated:

Type of Parking Space: _____ Attached Garage or _____ Offsite [specify location]: _____________________________
Number of Spaces: ___________
Designation: _____ Reserved, _____ Unreserved, or _____ Other [describe]:_____________________________

Note: Any additional charges or fees for parking (beyond the monthly Rent outlined in this Agreement) are as follows:
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40. ADDENDA. The terms set forth in the attached addenda or riders are made a part of this Agreement. [list titles of addenda:]

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41. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS ; DISCLOSURES.
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[Landlord must note above any disclosures about the premises that may be required under Federal or Missouri law, such as flood hazards, if the premises has been determined to be located in a flood zone or area.]