Are You Planning to Buy or Rent a Home Built

Before 1978?

Did you know that many homes built before 1978 have lead-based
paint? Lead from paint, chips, and dust can pose serious health
hazards.

Read this entire brochure to learn:

• How lead gets into the body
• How lead affects health
• What you can do to protect your family
• Where to go for more information

Before renting or buying a pre-1978 home or apartment, federal

law requires:
• Sellers must disclose known information on lead-based paint or lead-
based paint hazards before selling a house.
• Real estate sales contracts must include a specific warning statement
about lead-based paint. Buyers have up to 10 days to check for lead.
• Landlords must disclose known information on lead-based paint
or lead-based paint hazards before leases take effect. Leases must
include a specific warning statement about lead-based paint.

If undertaking renovations, repairs, or painting (RRP) projects in

your pre-1978 home or apartment:
• Read EPA’s pamphlet, The Lead-Safe Certified Guide to Renovate Right,
to learn about the lead-safe work practices that contractors are
required to follow when working in your home (see page 12).

Simple Steps to Protect Your Family Lead Gets into the Body in Many Ways
from Lead Hazards
Adults and children can get lead into their bodies if they:
If you think your home has lead-based paint: • Breathe in lead dust (especially during activities such as renovations,
repairs, or painting that disturb painted surfaces).
• Don’t try to remove lead-based paint yourself.
• Swallow lead dust that has settled on food, food preparation surfaces,
• Always keep painted surfaces in good condition to minimize and other places.
deterioration.
• Eat paint chips or soil that contains lead.
• Get your home checked for lead hazards. Find a certified
inspector or risk assessor at epa.gov/lead. Lead is especially dangerous to children under the age of 6.
• At this age, children’s brains
• Talk to your landlord about fixing surfaces with peeling or
and nervous systems are
chipping paint.
more sensitive to the
damaging effects of lead.
• Regularly clean floors, window sills, and other surfaces.
• Children’s growing bodies
• Take precautions to avoid exposure to lead dust when absorb more lead.
remodeling.
• Babies and young children
often put their hands
• When renovating, repairing, or painting, hire only EPA- or state-
and other objects in their
approved Lead-Safe certified renovation firms.
mouths. These objects can
have lead dust on them.
• Before buying, renting, or renovating your home, have it
checked for lead-based paint.
Women of childbearing age should know that lead is dangerous to
a developing fetus.
• Consult your health care provider about testing your children
for lead. Your pediatrician can check for lead with a simple • Women with a high lead level in their system before or during
blood test. pregnancy risk exposing the fetus to lead through the placenta
during fetal development.
• Wash children’s hands, bottles, pacifiers, and toys often.

• Make sure children eat healthy, low-fat foods high in iron,

calcium, and vitamin C.

• Remove shoes or wipe soil off shoes before entering your

house.

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 Health Effects of Lead
Lead affects the body in many ways. It is important to know that
even exposure to low levels of lead can severely harm children.
In children, exposure to lead can cause:
• Nervous system and kidney damage
• Learning disabilities, attention-deficit
disorder, and decreased intelligence Slowed
Growth
• Speech, language, and behavior
problems
• Poor muscle coordination
• Decreased muscle and bone growth
• Hearing damage
Digestive
Problems
While low-lead exposure is most common, Reproductive
Problems
exposure to high amounts of lead can have (Adults)
devastating effects on children, including
seizures, unconsciousness, and in some cases, death.
Although children are especially susceptible to lead exposure, lead can
be dangerous for adults, too.
In adults, exposure to lead can cause:
• Harm to a developing fetus
• Increased chance of high blood pressure during pregnancy
• Fertility problems (in men and women)
• High blood pressure
• Digestive problems
• Nerve disorders
• Memory and concentration problems
• Muscle and joint pain
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Where Lead-Based Paint Is Found
In general, the older your home or childcare facility, the more likely it
has lead-based paint.1
Many homes, including private, federally-assisted, federally-
owned housing, and childcare facilities built before 1978 have
lead-based paint. In 1978, the federal government banned consumer
uses of lead-containing paint.2
Learn how to determine if paint is lead-based paint on page 7.
Lead can be found:
• In homes and childcare facilities in the city, country, or suburbs,
• In private and public single-family homes and apartments,
• On surfaces inside and outside of the house, and
• In soil around a home. (Soil can pick up lead from exterior paint or
other sources, such as past use of leaded gas in cars.)
Learn more about where lead is found at epa.gov/lead.
1
“Lead-based paint” is currently defined by the federal government as paint with
lead levels greater than or equal to 1.0 milligram per square centimeter (mg/cm2), or
more than 0.5% by weight.
2
“Lead-containing paint” is currently defined by the federal government as lead in new
dried paint in excess of 90 parts per million (ppm) by weight.
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Check Your Family for Lead
Get your children and home tested if you think your home has
lead.
Brain Nerve Damage Children’s blood lead levels tend to increase rapidly from 6 to 12
Hearing months of age, and tend to peak at 18 to 24 months of age.
Problems
Consult your doctor for advice on testing your children. A simple blood
test can detect lead. Blood lead tests are usually recommended for:
• Children at ages 1 and 2
• Children or other family members who have been exposed to high
levels of lead
• Children who should be tested under your state or local health
screening plan
Your doctor can explain what the test results mean and if more
testing will be needed.
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Identifying Lead-Based Paint and Lead-Based Paint
Hazards
Deteriorated lead-based paint (peeling, chipping, chalking,
cracking, or damaged paint) is a hazard and needs immediate
attention. Lead-based paint may also be a hazard when found on
surfaces that children can chew or that get a lot of wear and tear,
such as:
• On windows and window sills
• Doors and door frames
• Stairs, railings, banisters, and porches
Lead-based paint is usually not a hazard if it is in good condition
and if it is not on an impact or friction surface like a window.
Lead dust can form when lead-based paint is scraped, sanded, or
heated. Lead dust also forms when painted surfaces containing
lead bump or rub together. Lead paint chips and dust can get on
surfaces and objects that people touch. Settled lead dust can reenter
the air when the home is vacuumed or swept, or when people walk
through it. EPA currently defines the following levels of lead in dust as
hazardous:
• 10 micrograms per square foot (μg/ft2) and higher for floors,
including carpeted floors
• 100 μg/ft2 and higher for interior window sills
Lead in soil can be a hazard when children play in bare soil or when
people bring soil into the house on their shoes. EPA currently defines
the following levels of lead in soil as hazardous:
• 400 parts per million (ppm) and higher in play areas of bare soil
• 1,200 ppm (average) and higher in bare soil in the remainder
of the yard
Remember, lead from paint chips—which you can see—and lead
dust—which you may not be able to see—both can be hazards.
The only way to find out if paint, dust, or soil lead hazards exist is to
test for them. The next page describes how to do this. 6
 Checking Your Home for Lead
You can get your home tested for lead in several different ways:
• A lead-based paint inspection tells you if your home has lead-
based paint and where it is located. It won’t tell you whether your
home currently has lead hazards. A trained and certified testing
professional, called a lead-based paint
inspector, will conduct a paint inspection
using methods, such as:
• Portable x-ray fluorescence (XRF) machine
• Lab tests of paint samples
• A risk assessment tells you if your home
currently has any lead hazards from lead
in paint, dust, or soil. It also tells you what
actions to take to address any hazards. A
trained and certified testing professional,
called a risk assessor, will:
• Sample paint that is deteriorated on doors, windows, floors, stairs,
and walls
• Sample dust near painted surfaces and sample bare soil in the
yard
• Get lab tests of paint, dust, and soil samples
• A combination inspection and risk assessment tells you if your home
has any lead-based paint and if your home has any lead hazards, and
where both are located.
Be sure to read the report provided to you after your inspection or risk
assessment is completed, and ask questions about anything you do not
understand.
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What You Can Do Now to Protect Your Family
If you suspect that your house has lead-based paint hazards, you
can take some immediate steps to reduce your family’s risk:
• If you rent, notify your landlord of peeling or chipping paint.
• Keep painted surfaces clean and free of dust. Clean floors, window
frames, window sills, and other surfaces weekly. Use a mop or sponge
with warm water and a general all-purpose cleaner. (Remember:
never mix ammonia and bleach products together because they can
form a dangerous gas.)
• Carefully clean up paint chips immediately without creating dust.
• Thoroughly rinse sponges and mop heads often during cleaning of
dirty or dusty areas, and again afterward.
• Wash your hands and your children’s hands often, especially before
they eat and before nap time and bed time.
• Keep play areas clean. Wash bottles, pacifiers, toys, and stuffed
animals regularly.
• Keep children from chewing window sills or other painted surfaces, or
eating soil.
• When renovating, repairing, or painting, hire only EPA- or state-
approved Lead-Safe Certified renovation firms (see page 12).
• Clean or remove shoes before entering your home to avoid tracking
in lead from soil.
• Make sure children eat nutritious, low-fat meals high in iron, and
calcium, such as spinach and dairy products. Children with good diets
absorb less lead.
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Checking Your Home for Lead, continued
In preparing for renovation, repair, or painting work in a pre-1978
home, Lead-Safe Certified renovators (see page 12) may:
• Take paint chip samples to determine if lead-based paint is
present in the area planned for renovation and send them to an
EPA-recognized lead lab for analysis. In housing receiving federal
assistance, the person collecting these samples must be a certified
lead-based paint inspector or risk assessor
• Use EPA-recognized tests kits to determine if lead-based paint is
absent (but not in housing receiving federal assistance)
• Presume that lead-based paint is present and use lead-safe work
practices
There are state and federal programs in place to ensure that testing is
done safely, reliably, and effectively. Contact your state or local agency
for more information, visit epa.gov/lead, or call 1-800-424-LEAD
(5323) for a list of contacts in your area.3
3
Hearing- or speech-challenged individuals may access this number through TTY by
calling the Federal Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339.
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Reducing Lead Hazards
Disturbing lead-based paint or
removing lead improperly can
increase the hazard to your family by
spreading even more lead dust around
the house.
• In addition to day-to-day cleaning
and good nutrition, you can
temporarily reduce lead-based paint
hazards by taking actions, such as
repairing damaged painted surfaces
and planting grass to cover lead-
contaminated soil. These actions are
not permanent solutions and will need
ongoing attention.
• You can minimize exposure to lead
when renovating, repairing, or painting by hiring an EPA- or state-
certified renovator who is trained in the use of lead-safe work
practices. If you are a do-it-yourselfer, learn how to use lead–safe
work practices in your home.
• To remove lead hazards permanently, you should hire a certified lead
abatement contractor. Abatement (or permanent hazard elimination)
methods include removing, sealing, or enclosing lead-based paint
with special materials. Just painting over the hazard with regular
paint is not permanent control.
Always use a certified contractor who is trained to address lead
hazards safely.
• Hire a Lead-Safe Certified firm (see page 12) to perform renovation,
repair, or painting (RRP) projects that disturb painted surfaces.
• To correct lead hazards permanently, hire a certified lead abatement
contractor. This will ensure your contractor knows how to work safely
and has the proper equipment to clean up thoroughly.
Certified contractors will employ qualified workers and follow strict
safety rules as set by their state or by the federal government.

Reducing Lead Hazards, continued
If your home has had lead abatement work done or if the housing is
receiving federal assistance, once the work is completed, dust cleanup
activities must be conducted until clearance testing indicates that lead
dust levels are below the following levels:
• 10 micrograms per square foot (μg/ft2) for floors, including carpeted
floors
• 100 μg/ft2 for interior windows sills
• 400 μg/ft2 for window troughs
Abatements are designed to permanently eliminate lead-based
paint hazards. However, lead dust can be reintroduced into an
abated area.
• Use a HEPA vacuum on all furniture and other items returned to the
area, to reduce the potential for reintroducing lead dust.
• Regularly clean floors, window sills, troughs, and other hard surfaces
with a damp cloth or sponge and a general all-purpose cleaner.
Please see page 9 for more information on steps you can take to
protect your home after the abatement. For help in locating certified
lead abatement professionals in your area, call your state or local
agency (see pages 15 and 16), epa.gov/lead, or call 1-800-424-LEAD.
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Other Sources of Lead
Lead in Drinking Water
The most common sources of lead in drinking water are lead pipes,
faucets, and fixtures.
Lead pipes are more likely to be found in older cities and homes built
before 1986.
You can’t smell or taste lead in drinking water.
To find out for certain if you have lead in drinking water, have your
water tested.
Remember older homes with a private well can also have plumbing
materials that contain lead.
Important Steps You Can Take to Reduce Lead in Drinking Water
• Use only cold water for drinking, cooking and making baby formula.
Remember, boiling water does not remove lead from water.
• Before drinking, flush your home’s pipes by running the tap, taking a
shower, doing laundry, or doing a load of dishes.
• Regularly clean your faucet’s screen (also known as an aerator).
• If you use a filter certified to remove lead, don’t forget to read the
directions to learn when to change the cartridge. Using a filter after it
has expired can make it less effective at removing lead.
Contact your water company to determine if the pipe that connects
your home to the water main (called a service line) is made from lead.
Your area’s water company can also provide information about the lead
levels in your system’s drinking water.
For more information about lead in drinking water, please contact
EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. If you have other
questions about lead poisoning prevention, call 1-800 424-LEAD.*
Call your local health department or water company to find out about
testing your water, or visit epa.gov/safewater for EPA’s lead in drinking
water information. Some states or utilities offer programs to pay for
water testing for residents. Contact your state or local water company
to learn more.
* Hearing- or speech-challenged individuals may access this number through TTY
13 by calling the Federal Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339.
Renovating, Repairing or Painting a Home with
Lead-Based Paint
If you hire a contractor to conduct renovation, repair, or painting
(RRP) projects in your pre-1978 home or childcare facility (such as
pre-school and kindergarten), your contractor must:
• Be a Lead-Safe Certified firm approved by EPA or an
EPA-authorized state program
• Use qualified trained individuals (Lead-Safe
Certified renovators) who follow specific lead-safe
work practices to prevent lead contamination
• Provide a copy of EPA’s lead hazard information
document, The Lead-Safe Certified Guide to
Renovate Right
RRP contractors working in pre-1978 homes and childcare facilities
must follow lead-safe work practices that:
• Contain the work area. The area must be contained so that dust and
debris do not escape from the work area. Warning signs must be put
up, and plastic or other impermeable material and tape must be used.
• Avoid renovation methods that generate large amounts of
lead-contaminated dust. Some methods generate so much lead-
contaminated dust that their use is prohibited. They are:
• Open-flame burning or torching
• Sanding, grinding, planing, needle gunning, or blasting with
power tools and equipment not equipped with a shroud and
HEPA vacuum attachment
• Using a heat gun at temperatures greater than 1100°F
• Clean up thoroughly. The work area should be cleaned up daily.
When all the work is done, the area must be cleaned up using special
cleaning methods.
• Dispose of waste properly. Collect and seal waste in a heavy duty
bag or sheeting. When transported, ensure that waste is contained to
prevent release of dust and debris.
To learn more about EPA’s requirements for RRP projects, visit
epa.gov/getleadsafe, or read The Lead-Safe Certified Guide to 12
Renovate Right.
Other Sources of Lead, continued
• Lead smelters or other industries that release lead into the air.
• Your job. If you work with lead, you could bring it home on your body
or clothes. Shower and change clothes before coming home. Launder
your work clothes separately from the rest of your family’s clothes.
• Hobbies that use lead, such as making pottery or stained glass,
or refinishing furniture. Call your local health department for
information about hobbies that may use lead.
• Old toys and furniture may have been painted with lead-containing
paint. Older toys and other children’s products may have parts that
contain lead.4
• Food and liquids cooked or stored in lead crystal or lead-glazed
pottery or porcelain may contain lead.
• Folk remedies, such as “greta” and “azarcon,” used to treat an upset
stomach.
4
In 1978, the federal government banned toys, other children’s products, and furniture
with lead-containing paint. In 2008, the federal government banned lead in most
children’s products. The federal government currently bans lead in excess of 100 ppm
by weight in most children’s products.
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 U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
For More Information Regional Offices

The National Lead Information Center The mission of EPA is to protect human health and the environment.
Learn how to protect children from lead poisoning and get other Your Regional EPA Office can provide further information regarding
information about lead hazards on the Web at epa.gov/lead and regulations and lead protection programs.
hud.gov/lead, or call 1-800-424-LEAD (5323).
Region 1 (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, Region 6 (Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico,
EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont) Oklahoma, Texas, and 66 Tribes)
For information about lead in drinking water, call 1-800-426-4791, or Regional Lead Contact Regional Lead Contact
U.S. EPA Region 1 U.S. EPA Region 6
visit epa.gov/safewater for information about lead in drinking water. 5 Post Office Square, Suite 100, OES 05-4 1445 Ross Avenue, 12th Floor
Boston, MA 02109-3912 Dallas, TX 75202-2733
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Hotline (888) 372-7341 (214) 665-2704
For information on lead in toys and other consumer products, or to
report an unsafe consumer product or a product-related injury, call Region 2 (New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, Region 7 (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska)
Virgin Islands)
1-800-638-2772, or visit CPSC’s website at cpsc.gov or Regional Lead Contact
saferproducts.gov. Regional Lead Contact U.S. EPA Region 7
U.S. EPA Region 2 11201 Renner Blvd.
2890 Woodbridge Avenue Lenexa, KS 66219
State and Local Health and Environmental Agencies Building 205, Mail Stop 225 (800) 223-0425
Some states, tribes, and cities have their own rules related to lead- Edison, NJ 08837-3679
based paint. Check with your local agency to see which laws apply (732) Region 8 (Colorado, Montana, North
to you. Most agencies can also provide information on finding a lead Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming)
Region 3 (Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania,
abatement firm in your area, and on possible sources of financial aid Virginia, DC, West Virginia)
Regional Lead Contact
U.S. EPA Region 8
for reducing lead hazards. Receive up-to-date address and phone Regional Lead Contact 1595 Wynkoop St.
information for your state or local contacts on the Web at epa.gov/lead, U.S. EPA Region 3 Denver, CO 80202
or contact the National Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD. 1650 Arch Street (303) 312-6966
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 814-2088 Region 9 (Arizona, California, Hawaii,
Nevada)
Hearing- or speech-challenged individuals may access any of the Region 4 (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Regional Lead Contact
Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South
phone numbers in this brochure through TTY by calling the toll- Carolina, Tennessee)
U.S. EPA Region 9 (CMD-4-2)
75 Hawthorne Street
free Federal Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339. Regional Lead Contact San Francisco, CA 94105
U.S. EPA Region 4 (415) 947-4280
AFC Tower, 12th Floor, Air, Pesticides & Toxics
61 Forsyth Street, SW Region 10 (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon,
Atlanta, GA 30303 Washington)
(404) 562-8998
Regional Lead Contact
1
Region 5 (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, ra c rc c
Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin) 1200 Sixth Avenue, Suite 1
Regional Lead Contact Seattle, WA 98101
U.S. EPA Region 5 ( 1 ) (206) 553-1200
77 West Jackson Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60604-3666
(312)

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Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

The CPSC protects the public against unreasonable risk of injury

from consumer products through education, safety standards
activities, and enforcement. Contact CPSC for further information
regarding consumer product safety and regulations.
CPSC
4330 East West Highway
Bethesda, MD 20814-4421
1-800-638-2772
cpsc.gov or saferproducts.gov

U. S. Department of Housing and Urban

Development (HUD)

HUD’s mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive

communities and quality affordable homes for all. Contact to
Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes for further
information regarding the Lead Safe Housing Rule, which
protects families in pre-1978 assisted housing, and for the
lead hazard control and research grant programs.

HUD
451 Seventh Street, SW, Room 8236
Washington, DC 20410-3000
(202) 402-7698
hud.gov/lead

This document is in the public domain. It may be produced by an individual or organization without
permission. Information provided in this booklet is based upon current scientific and technical
understanding of the issues presented and is reflective of the jurisdictional boundaries established by
the statutes governing the co-authoring agencies. Following the advice given will not necessarily
provide complete protection in all situations or against all health hazards that can be caused by lead
exposure.

U. S. EPA Washington DC 20460 EPA-747-K-12-001

U. S. CPSC Bethesda MD 20814 March 2021
U. S. HUD Washington DC 20410

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 Disclosure of Information on Lead-Based Paint and/or Lead-Based Paint Hazards
Lead Warning Statement
Housing built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. Lead from paint, paint chips, and dust can pose health
hazards if not managed properly. Lead exposure is especially harmful to young children and pregnant women. Before
renting pre-1978 housing, lessors must disclose the presence of known lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint
hazards in the dwelling. Lessees must also receive a federally approved pamphlet on lead poisoning prevention.
Lessor’s Disclosure
(a) Presence of lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards (check (i) or (ii) below):
(i) q
X Known lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards are present in the housing (explain).
Lead-based paint was found on some unit entry door bucks/frames, metal, on
exterior/common hall side. No lead-based paint was found on unit interior
surfaces.

(ii) q Lessor has no knowledge of lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards in the housing.
(b) Records and reports available to the lessor (check (i) or (ii) below):
(i) q
X Lessor has provided the lessee with all available records and reports pertaining to lead-based paint
and/or lead-based paint hazards in the housing (list documents below).
Lead-based paint inspection was completed by Comprehensive Environmental
Assessments, Burtonsville, MD 20866. Report dated November 30, 2020. The
report is available for review from management.

(ii) q Lessor has no reports or records pertaining to lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards in
the housing.
Lessee’s Acknowledgement (initial)

(c) _____________ Lessee has received copies of all information listed above.

(d) _____________ Lessee has received the pamphlet Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home.

Agent’s Acknowledgement (initial)

(e) _____________ Agent has informed the lessor of the lessor’s obligations under 42 U.S.C. 4852d and is aware
of his/her responsibility to ensure compliance.

Certification of Accuracy
The following parties have reviewed the information above and certify, to the best of their knowledge, that the
information they have provided is true and accurate.
DM Investments, LLC, 901 Primrose Rd 203 #901-203

Annapolis
Apartment Name & unit number OR street address of dwelling City
12/04/2021
Lessee (Resident) Date Lessee (Resident) Date
12/04/2021
Lessee (Resident) Date Lessee (Resident) Date

Lessee (Resident) Date Lessee (Resident) Date

DM Investments, LLC

Lessor (Owner) Agent

Date Date
 APARTMENT LEASE CONTRACT

Date of Lease Contract:  December 4, 2021

(when the Lease Contract is filled out) This is a binding document. Read carefully before signing.

Moving In — General Information

1. PARTIES. This Lease Contract (sometimes referred to as the pertaining to Rent Increases and Lease Contract Changes which
“lease”) is between you, the resident(s) (list all people signing the can go into effect for month-to-month renewals at the end of
Lease Contract): the lease term or renewal periods.
Edwin G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De 4. SECURITY DEPOSIT. Unless modified by addenda, the total security
Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules, Ana deposit at the time of execution of this Lease Contract for all residents
Maria Villanueva Flores in the apartment is $ ,
300.00 due on or before the date this
 Lease Contract is signed. An animal deposit will be stated in any
 animal addendum. The total deposits will not exceed the equivalent
 of two (2) month’s rent. This lease and any Animal Addendum will
 constitute your receipt for the security deposit(s). Your security
 deposit(s) will be deposited and held in an interest bearing account
 in a federally insured banking institution located in Maryland. That
 account will be dedicated solely to security deposits. At the time
 your deposit is due to be returned, we will pay you simple interest,
 not compounded, at the rate required by law, to the extent funds
and us, the owner: DM Investments, LLC are to be returned to you. See paragraphs 48 and 49 (Security
 Deposit Deductions and Other Charges, and Deposit Return,
 Surrender, and Abandonment) for security deposit return
 information.

(name of apartment community or title holder). You’ve agreed to rent (A) NOTIFICATION OF YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SECURITY
Apartment No. ,
901-203 901 Primrose DEPOSITS. Under Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. § 8-203 you
Rd 203 have the following rights:
at (street address) in 1. T he security deposit or any portion of it may be withheld
 Annapolis for unpaid rent, damage due to breach of lease or for damage
(city), Maryland,
21403 (zip code) (the “apartment” or the by you or your family, agents, employees, guests or invitees
“premises”) for use as a private residence only. The terms “you” and in excess of ordinary wear and tear to the leased premises,
“your” refer to all residents listed above. The terms “we,” “us,” and common areas, major appliances, and furnishings owned
“our” refer to the owner listed above (or any of owner’s successors’ by us.
in interest or assigns). Written or electronic notice to or from our 2. You have the right to be present when we or our agent
managers constitutes notice to or from us. If anyone else has inspects the premises in order to determine if any damage
guaranteed performance of this Lease Contract, a separate Lease was done to the premises, if you notify us by certified mail
Contract Guaranty for each guarantor is attached. of your intention to move, the date of moving, and your new
address.
2. OCCUPANTS. The apartment will be occupied only by you and 3. Your notice that you will be present at the move-out
(list all other occupants not signing the Lease Contract): inspection must be furnished to us by mail at least fifteen
 (15) days prior to the date you move.
 4. Upon receipt of your notice to move, we will notify you by
 certified mail of the time and date the premises are to be
 inspected.
 5. T he date of inspection will take place within five (5) days
 before or five (5) days after the date of moving that is
 designated in your notice.
 6. Failure by us to comply with this requirement forfeits our
 right to withhold any part of the security deposit for
 damages.
 7. T he security deposit is not liquidated damages and may not
 be forfeited to us for breach of the rental agreement, except
No one else may occupy the apartment. The maximum number of in the amount that we are actually damaged by your breach.
occupants permitted in your unit is .
4 The preceding 8. In calculating the damages for lost future rents, any amount
sentence will be filled out only where required by law. Persons not of rents received by us for the premises during the remainder,
listed above must not stay in the apartment for more than
14 if any, of your lease term, will reduce the damages you owe
consecutive days without our prior written consent, and no more us by a like amount.
than twice that many days in any one month. If the previous space (B) Under Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. § 8-203.1 this Lease also
isn’t filled in, two days per month is the limit. constitutes your receipt for payment of a security deposit.
We acknowledge receipt of security deposit(s) from you
3. LEASE TERM. The initial term of the Lease Contract begins on
in the amount of $ .
300.00 You have the following
the
30th day of ,
December ,
2021 and ends at
rights with regard to this security deposit(s):
11:59 pm the
31st day of ,
December  2022 .
(1) You have the right to have your dwelling unit (apartment)

inspected by us in your presence for the purpose of making a
Your Initials (Resident’s) (Residents must initial this paragraph)
written list of damages that exist at the commencement of the
Renewal. This Lease Contract will automatically renew month- tenancy if you request an inspection by certified mail within
to-month unless before the Lease Term ends, either party gives fifteen (15) days of your occupancy (the date you move in);
at least
60 days written notice of termination or intent to (2) You have the right to be present when we inspect the premises
move-out as required by paragraph 44 (Move-Out Notice). If at the end of your tenancy in order to determine if any damage
neither party gives
60 days written notice of termination was done to the premises if you notify us by certified mail at
or intent to move-out prior to the day that the Lease Term ends, least fifteen (15) days prior to the date of your intended move,
then this Lease will automatically renew month-to-month. In of your intention to move, the date of moving, and your new
the case of a month-to-month tenancy, either party must give address;
at least days written notice of termination or intent to (3) We are obligated to conduct the move-out inspection within
move-out as required by paragraph 44 (Move-Out Notice). This five (5) days before or after your stated date of intended
paragraph must be initialed by you because it contains an moving;
automatic month-to-month renewal provision. Please see (4) W e are obligated to notify you in writing of the time and date
paragraph 15 (Rent Increases and Lease Contract Changes) of the inspection;

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 (5) You have the right to receive, by first class mail, delivered to
your last known address, a written list of the charges against
your security deposit claimed by us and the actual costs, within
forty five (45) days after the termination of the tenancy;
(6) We are obligated to return any unused portion of your security
deposit, by first class mail, addressed to your last known
address within forty five (45) days after the termination of
your tenancy; and
(7) Our failure to comply with the security deposit law may result
in us being liable to you for a penalty of up to three (3) times
the security deposit withheld, plus reasonable attorney’s fees.
(8) W e will retain a copy of this receipt for a period of two (2)
years after the termination of your tenancy, abandonment
of the premises, or your eviction, as the case may be.
(9) We will be liable to you in the sum of $25 if we fail to provide
you a written receipt for the security deposit.
5. KEYS. You will be provided 2 apartment key(s), 
2 (as indicated above) from applicable government authorities
mailbox key(s),
1 FOB(s), and/or
2 other access
device(s) for access to the building and amenities at no additional
cost at move-in. If the key, FOB, or other access device is lost or
becomes damaged during your tenancy or is not returned or is
returned damaged when you move out, you will be responsible for
the costs for the replacement and/or repair of the same.
6. RENT AND CHARGES. Unless modified by addenda, you will pay
$
2021.00 per month for rent, payable in advance and without
demand:
 at
X the on-site manager’s office, or
 at
X our online payment site, or
 at 
 potential loss, you may be eligible for U.S. Government subsidized
 flood insurance on the personal belongings in your apartment
 .
Prorated rent of $
67.37 is due for the remainder of the
[check one]:  1st mont h or  2nd mont h, on
X insurance which may be purchased from most insurance agents.
, .
Otherwise, you must pay your rent on or before the 1st day of each
month (due date) with no grace period. Cash is unacceptable without
our prior written permission. You must not withhold or offset rent
unless authorized by statute. We may, at our option, require at any
time that you pay all rent and other sums in cash, certified or cashier’s
check, money order, or one monthly check rather than multiple
checks. At our discretion, we may convert any and all checks via the
Automated Clearing House (ACH) system for the purposes of
collecting payment. Rent is not considered accepted, if the payment/
ACH is rejected, does not clear, or is stopped for any reason. Upon
your request or in the event we elect to accept cash, we will provide
you with a receipt for payment of rent, security deposit, or other
fee or charge paid which states the amount received and the amount
of time or obligation it covers. If you don’t pay all rent on or before
the
5th day of the month, you’ll pay a late charge. Your late
charge will be (check one):  a flat rate of $
101.05 or
 
X 5 percent of your total monthly rent payment. Regardless
of the calculation method chosen above, the total amount of your
late charges shall not exceed five percent (5%) of your monthly rent
payment. You’ll also pay a charge of $
35.00 for each
returned check or rejected electronic payment, plus a late charge.
If you don’t pay rent on time, you’ll be delinquent and all remedies
under this Lease Contract will be authorized. We’ll also have all
other remedies for such violation. All sums of money or other charges,
including payments for damages and/or repairs, required to be paid
by you to us or to any other persons under the terms of this Lease,
whether or not the same is designated as “rent” or as “additional
rent,” will be deemed to be rent and will be collectible as such. All
payment obligations under this Lease Contract, including but not
limited to late fees and damages, shall constitute rent under this
Lease Contract.
7. UTILITIES. We’ll pay for the following items, if checked:
 water  gas
X  electricity  master antenna
 wastewater  trash  cable TV
 other 
You’ll pay for all other utilities, related deposits, and any charges,
fees, or services on such utilities. You must not allow utilities to be
disconnected—including disconnection for not paying your bills—
until the lease term or renewal period ends. Cable channels that are
provided may be changed during the lease term if the change applies
to all residents. Utilities may be used only for normal household
purposes and must not be wasted. If your electricity is ever
interrupted, you must use only battery-operated lighting. If any
utilities are submetered for the apartment, or prorated by an
allocation formula, we will attach an addendum to this Lease Contract
in compliance with state agency rules or city ordinance.
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8. INSURANCE. We do not maintain insurance to cover your personal
property or personal injury. We are not responsible to any resident,
guest, or occupant for damage or loss of personal property or
personal injury from (including but not limited to) fire, smoke, rain,
flood, water and pipe leaks, hail, ice, snow, lightning, wind, explosions,
earthquake, interruption of utilities, theft, hurricane, negligence of
other residents, occupants, or invited/uninvited guests or vandalism
unless otherwise required by law.
You are required to buy and maintain renters insurance naming the
owner as an insured in the minimum amount of $ 5000.00
for property and $
100000.00 for personal liability. If a
minimum coverage amount is left blank, you are not required to
have that type of insurance policy.
(1) Owner  has received  X has not received notice from
applicable government authorities that the Community is located
in the one hundred year flood plain. If Owner has received notice
that the Community is located within the one hundred year
flood plain, Owner hereby includes the following in every lease
for every tenant who would occupy any building situated within
the Flood Hazard Boundary, or who would normally utilize a
parking or storage facility area any portion of which is situated
within the Flood Hazard Boundary, such parking areas to be
clearly posted to alert those using it that the parking area is
subject to flooding.
(2) The unit you are to occupy and/or the motor vehicle parking
area and/or the separate storage facility (as the case may be)
are situated within a Flood Hazard Area boundary and, in the
event of heavy rainfall, may be subject to flooding which could
damage personal belongings and motor vehicles. Because of
building. Because of this danger of loss of your personal
belongings due to flooding, you should consider acquiring flood
Damage to motor vehicles is not covered by such insurance; therefore,
you should also determine whether you have proper motor vehicle
insurance to cover loss due to damage of your motor vehicle resulting
from flooding in the area. Resident acknowledges reading and
understanding the foregoing warning concerning flooding and the
availability of flood insurance and hereby takes the risk of loss
which may result from such flooding.
Signature(s):






Failure to maintain required insurance throughout your tenancy,
including any renewal periods and/or lease extensions, is an
incurable breach of this Lease Contract and may result in the
termination of tenancy and eviction and/or any other remedies as
provided by this Lease Contract or state law.
9. LOCKS AND LATCHES. Keyed lock(s) will be rekeyed after the
prior resident moves out. The rekeying will be done before you move
into your apartment.
You may at any time ask us to change or rekey locks or latches during
the Lease Term. We must comply with those requests, but you must
pay for them, unless otherwise provided by law.
Payment for Rekeying, Repairs, Etc. You must pay for all repairs
or replacements arising from misuse or damage to devices by you
or your occupants, or guests during your occupancy. You may be
required to pay in advance if we notify you within a reasonable time
after your request that you are more than 30 days delinquent in
reimbursing us for repairing or replacing a device which was misused
or damaged by you, your guest or an occupant; or if you have
requested that we repair or change or rekey the same device during
the 30 days preceding your request and we have complied with your
request. Otherwise, you must pay immediately after the work is
completed.
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 Special Provisions and “What If” Clauses
10. SPECIAL PROVISIONS. The following special provisions and any
addenda or written rules furnished to you at or before signing will
become a part of this Lease Contract and will supersede any
conflicting provisions of this printed lease form.
See special provisions on the last page




 14. FAILING TO PAY FIRST MONTH’S RENT. If you don’t pay the first
 month’s rent before or when the Lease Contract begins we may seek
See any additional special provisions.
11. E ARLY MOVE-OUT. If you:
(1) move out without paying rent in full for the entire lease term
or renewal period; or
(2) move out at our demand because of your default; or
(3) are judicially evicted.
You will be liable for all rent owed at the time and as it becomes due
under the terms of your lease agreement until the apartment is re-
rented.
12. R EIMBURSEMENT. You must promptly reimburse us for loss,
damage, government fines, or cost of repairs or service in the
apartment community due to a violation of the Lease Contract or
rules, improper use, negligence by you or your guests or occupants.
Unless the damage or wastewater stoppage is due to our negligence,
omission, fault, or other misconduct, we’re not liable for—and you
must pay for—repairs, replacement costs, and damage to the
following that result from you or your invitees, guests, or occupants’
negligence or intentional acts: (1) damage to doors, windows, or
screens; (2) damage from windows or doors left open; and (3)
damage from wastewater stoppages caused by improper objects in
lines exclusively serving your apartment. We may require payment
at any time, including advance payment of repairs for which you’re
liable. Delay in demanding sums you owe is not a waiver.
13. CONTRACTUAL LIEN AND PROPERTY LEFT IN APARTMENT.
The landlord has liens to the extent permitted by the Real Property
Article of the Code of Maryland. Once this lease is terminated by
action of the parties or operation of law, and all property therein is
abandoned, all property in the apartment is (unless not permitted
or exempt under state law) subject to a contractual lien to secure
payment of delinquent rent, and landlord may seek a court order
that the property be sold to offset any rent due.
Removal After We Exercise Lien for Rent. If the lease is
terminated by reason of your rent being delinquent, to the extent
permitted by law, our representative may seek to obtain a judicial
order of court so that a court officer may peacefully enter the
apartment and remove and/or store all property subject to lien for
public sale.
Removal After Surrender, Abandonment, or Eviction.
To the extent permitted by law, we or law officers may remove and/
or store all property remaining in the apartment or in common
areas (including any vehicles you or any occupant or guest owns or
uses) if you are judicially evicted or if you surrender or abandon the
apartment.
Storage. Pending public sale, we will store property removed. We
may store, but have no duty to store, property removed after judicial
eviction, surrender, or abandonment of the apartment. We are not
liable for casualty loss, damage, or theft except for property removed
under a contractual lien. You must pay reasonable charges for our
packing, removing, storing, and selling any property. To the greatest
extent permitted by Maryland law, we have a lien, or shall seek to
obtain a lien, on all property removed and stored after surrender,
abandonment, or judicial eviction for all sums you owe.
Redemption. If we’ve seized and stored property under a
contractual lien for rent as authorized by the state statute, you may
redeem the property by paying all delinquent rent due at the time
of seizure. But if notice of sale (set forth as follows) is given before
you seek redemption, you may redeem only by paying the delinquent
rent and reasonable charges for packing, removing, and storing. If
we’ve removed and stored property after surrender, abandonment,
or judicial eviction, you may redeem only by paying all sums you
owe, including rent, late charges, storage, damages, etc. We may
return redeemed property at the place of storage, the management
office, or the apartment (at our option). We may require payment
by cash, money order, or certified check.
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Disposition or Sale. Except for animals and property removed
after the death of a sole resident, we may, to the extent permitted
by law, throw away or give to a charitable organization all items of
personal property that are left in the apartment after surrender or
abandonment. Animals properly removed after surrender,
abandonment, or eviction may be kenneled or turned over to local
authorities or humane societies. Property not thrown away or given
to charity may be disposed of only by sale, in compliance with
Maryland law.
to end your right of occupancy and recover damages, future rent
(subject to our duty to mitigate), attorney’s fees, court costs, and
other lawful charges.
15. R ENT INCREASES AND LEASE CONTRACT CHANGES.
No rent increases or Lease Contract changes are allowed before the
initial Lease Contract term ends, except for changes allowed by any
special provisions in paragraph 10 (Special Provisions), by a written
addendum or amendment signed by you and us, or by reasonable
changes of apartment rules allowed under paragraph 19 (Community
Policies or Rules).
Your Initials (Resident’s) 
(Residents must initial this paragraph)
If, at least 5 days before the advance notice deadline referred
to in paragraph 3 (Lease Term), we give you written notice of
rent increases or lease changes effective when the lease term
or renewal period ends, this Lease Contract will automatically
continue month-to-month with the increased rent or lease
changes. The new modified Lease Contract will begin on the
date stated in the notice (without necessity of your signature)
unless you give us written move-out notice under paragraph
44 (Move-Out Notice). Please see paragraph 3 (Lease Term)
pertaining to the Lease Term.
If your apartment is located in Gaithersburg City (Maryland),
Rockville City (Maryland), Prince George’s County (Maryland),
or Montgomery County (Maryland) please see your respective
addendum for any applicable laws pertaining to rent increases
and the Lease Term.
16. DELAY OF OCCUPANCY. If occupancy is or will be delayed for
construction, repairs, cleaning, or a previous resident’s holding
over, we’re not responsible for the delay only to the extent provided
by law. Rent abatement or lease termination does not apply if delay
is for cleaning or repairs that don’t prevent you from occupying the
apartment, such cleaning or repairs do not materially affect the life,
health, or safety of ordinary persons, and habitation is possible with
reasonable safety. If the delay in providing possession is due to
another resident’s holding over, we are entitled to bring an action
of eviction and damages against the resident holding over and join
you as a party to that action.
If there is a delay in providing you with possession of the apartment,
you may terminate, cancel, or rescind your lease up to the date when
the apartment is ready for occupancy (the time at which we are
ready to deliver possession to you), but not later.
17. A D VALOREM TAXES/FEES AND CHARGES - ADDITIONAL RENT.
Unless otherwise prohibited by law, if, during the term of this
Agreement, any locality, city, state, or Federal Government imposes
upon Us, any fee, charge, or tax, which is related to or charged by
the number of occupants, or by the apartment unit itself, such that
we are charged a fee, charge, or tax, based upon your use or occupancy
of the apartment, we may add this charge as Additional Rent, during
the term of the Lease Contract, with thirty (30) days advance written
notice to you. After this written notice (the amount or approximate
amount of the charge, will be included), you agree to pay, as Additional
Rent, the amount of the charge, tax or fee imposed upon us, as a
result of your occupancy. As examples, these charges can include,
but are not limited to: any charges we receive for any zoning violation,
sound, noise or litter charge; any charge under any nuisance or
chronic nuisance type statute, 911 or other life safety, per person,
or per unit charge or tax and any utility bill unpaid by you, which
is then assessed to us for payment.
18. DISCLOSURE RIGHTS. If someone requests information on you
or your rental history for law-enforcement, governmental, or
business purposes, we may provide it.
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 While You’re Living in the Apartment
19. COMMUNITY POLICIES OR RULES. You and all guests and
occupants must comply with any written apartment rules and
community policies, including instructions for care of our property.
Our rules are considered part of this Lease Contract. We may make
reasonable changes to written rules, effective immediately, if they
are distributed and applicable to all units in the apartment
community and do not change dollar amounts on page 1 of this Lease
Contract.
20. LIMITATIONS ON CONDUCT. The apartment and other areas
reserved for your private use must be kept clean and free of trash,
garbage, and other debris. Trash must be disposed of at least weekly
in appropriate receptacles in accordance with local ordinances.
Passageways may be used only for entry or exit. You agree to keep
all passageways and common areas free of obstructions such as
trash, storage items, and all forms of personal property. No person
shall ride or allow bikes, skateboards, or other similar objects in
the passageways. If the Community has any swimming pools, saunas,
spas, tanning beds, exercise rooms, storerooms, laundry rooms,
and/or similar areas, they must be used with care in accordance
with apartment rules and posted signs. Glass containers are
prohibited in and all common areas. You, your occupants, or guests
may not anywhere in the apartment community: use candles or use
kerosene lamps or kerosene heaters without our prior written
approval; cook on balconies or outside; or solicit business or
contributions. Conducting any kind of business (including child care
services) in your apartment or in the apartment community is
prohibited—except that any lawful business conducted “at home”
by computer, mail, or telephone is permissible if customers, clients,
patients, or other business associates do not come to your apartment
for business purposes. We may regulate: (1) the use of patios,
balconies, and porches; (2) the conduct of furniture movers and
delivery persons; and (3) recreational activities in common areas.
You’ll be liable to us for damage caused by you or any guests or
occupants.
We may exclude from the apartment community guests or others
who, in our judgment, have been violating the law, violating this
Lease Contract or any apartment rules, or disturbing other residents,
neighbors, visitors, or owner representatives. We may also exclude
from any outside area or common area a person who refuses to
show photo identification or refuses to identify himself or herself
as a resident, occupant, or guest of a specific resident in the
community.
You agree to notify us if you or any occupants are convicted of any
felony, or misdemeanor involving a controlled substance, violence
to another person or destruction of property. You also agree to
notify us if you or any occupant registers as a sex offender in any
state. Informing us of criminal convictions or sex offender registry
does not waive our right to evict you.
21. PROHIBITED CONDUCT. You, your occupants or guests, or the
guests of any occupants, may not engage in the following activities:
behaving in a loud or obnoxious manner; disturbing or threatening
the rights, comfort, health, safety, or convenience of others (including
our agents and employees) in or near the apartment community;
disrupting our business operations; manufacturing, delivering,
possessing with intent to deliver, or otherwise possessing a controlled
substance or drug paraphernalia; engaging in or threatening
violence; possessing a weapon prohibited by state law; discharging
a firearm in the apartment community; displaying or possessing a
gun, knife, or other weapon in a way that may alarm others; storing
anything in closets having gas appliances; tampering with utilities
or telecommunications; bringing hazardous materials into the
apartment community; or injuring our reputation by making bad
faith allegations against us to others.
22. PARKING. We may regulate the time, manner, and place of parking
cars, trucks, motorcycles, bicycles, boats, trailers, and recreational
vehicles by anyone. We may have unauthorized or illegally parked
vehicles towed under an appropriate statute. A vehicle is unauthorized
or illegally parked in the apartment community if it:
(1) has a flat tire or other condition rendering it inoperable;
(2) is on jacks, blocks or has wheel(s) missing;
(3) has no current license plate or no current registration and/or
inspection sticker;
(4) takes up more than one parking space;
(5) belongs to a resident or occupant who has surrendered or
abandoned the apartment;
(6) is parked in a marked handicap space without the legally
required handicap insignia;
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(7) is parked in a space marked for manager, staff, or guest at the
office;
(8) blocks another vehicle from exiting;
(9) is parked in a fire lane or designated “no parking” area;
(10) is parked in a space marked for other resident(s) or unit(s);
(11) is parked on the grass, sidewalk, or patio;
(12) blocks garbage trucks from access to a dumpster; or
(13) belongs to a resident and is parked in a visitor or retail parking
space.
23. R ELEASE OF RESIDENT. Unless you’re entitled to terminate your
tenancy under paragraphs 10 (Special Provisions), 16 (Delay of
Occupancy), 32 (Responsibilities of Owner), or 44 (Move-Out Notice),
or any other applicable law, you won’t be released from this Lease
Contract for any reason. Unless otherwise allowed in this paragraph,
you may not terminate this Lease for marriage, separation, divorce,
reconciliation, pregnancy, loss of co-residents, voluntary or
involuntary job transfer, loss of job, loss of financial aid, voluntary
or involuntary school transfer or withdrawal, suspension or
relocation of classes, circumstances caused by any pandemic,
epidemic, or other health emergency, medical circumstances, death,
or for any other reason, unless agreed to in writing by us. In
accordance with the Service members Civil Relief Act (SCRA), if you
are a member of the United States Armed Forces on active duty and
receive change-of-station orders to permanently leave the local
area, are returned to active military duty, or are a national guard
or reservist called to active duty, then you may terminate this Lease
by giving written notice to us. This Lease will terminate thirty (30)
days after we receive the notice and a copy of your official orders.
24. MILITARY PERSONNEL CLAUSE. All parties to this Lease Contract
agree to comply with any federal law, including, but not limited to
the Service Member’s Civil Relief Act, or any applicable state law(s),
if you are seeking to terminate this Lease Contract and/or subsequent
renewals and/or Lease Contract extensions under the rights granted
by such laws.
25. R ESIDENT SAFETY AND PROPERTY LOSS. You and all occupants
and guests must exercise due care for your own and others’ safety
and security, especially in the use of smoke and carbon monoxide
detectors, keyed deadbolt locks, keyless bolting devices, window
latches, and other access control devices.
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors. We’ll furnish smoke
and carbon monoxide detectors only if required by statute and we’ll
test them.  THIS
X R ESIDENTI AL DW ELLING UNIT
(APARTMENT) CONTAINS ALTERNATING CURRENT (AC)
ELECTRIC SERVICE. IN THE EVENT OF A POWER OUTAGE, AN
ALTERNATING CURRENT (AC) POWERED SMOKE DETECTOR
AND/OR CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR WILL NOT PROVIDE
AN ALARM. THEREFORE THE OCCUPANT SHOULD OBTAIN A
DUAL POWERED SMOKE DETECTOR AND/OR CARBON
MONOXIDE DETECTOR OR A BATTERY POWERED SMOKE
DETECTOR AND/OR CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR.
 This
X residential dwelling unit (apartment) contains battery
powered smoke detector(s).  X This residential dwelling unit
(apartment) contains battery powered carbon monoxide detector(s).
We will provide working batteries when you first take possession.
After that, you must test the smoke detectors and the carbon
monoxide detectors on a regular basis, you must pay for and replace
batteries as needed unless the law provides otherwise. We may
replace dead or missing batteries at your expense, without prior
notice to you. You must immediately report smoke detector and
carbon monoxide detector malfunctions to us. Neither you nor others
may disable the smoke detectors or the carbon monoxide detectors.
If you damage or disable the smoke detector or the carbon monoxide
detector or remove a battery without replacing it with a working
battery, you may be subject to a penalty by the State of a fine of up
to $1,000 or 10 days in jail or both, plus our actual damages. If you
disable or damage the smoke detector or the carbon monoxide
detector, or fail to replace a dead battery or report malfunctions to
us, you will be liable to us and others for any loss, damage, or fines
from fire, smoke, or water.
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 Casualty Loss. We’re not liable to any resident, guest, or occupant
for personal injury or damage or loss of personal property from any
cause, including but not limited to: fire, smoke, rain, flood, water
and pipe leaks, hail, ice, snow, lightning, wind, explosions, earthquake,
interruption of utilities, theft, or vandalism unless otherwise
required by law. During freezing weather, you must ensure that the
temperature in the apartment is sufficient to make sure that the
pipes do not freeze (the appropriate temperature will depend upon
weather conditions and the size and layout of your unit). If the pipes
freeze or any other damage is caused by your failure to properly
maintain the heat in your apartment, you’ll be liable for damage to
our and other’s property. If you ask our representatives to perform
services not contemplated in this Lease Contract, you will indemnify
us and hold us harmless from all liability for those services.
Crime or Emergency. Dial 911 or immediately call local medical
emergency, fire, or police personnel in case of accident, fire, smoke,
or suspected criminal activity or other emergency involving
imminent harm. You should then contact our representative. Unless
otherwise provided by law, we’re not liable to you or any guests or
occupants for injury, damage, or loss to person or property caused
by criminal conduct of other persons, including theft, burglary,
assault, vandalism, or other crimes. We’re not obliged to furnish
security personnel, security lighting, security gates or fences, or
other forms of security unless required by law. If we provide any
access control devices or security measures upon the property, they
are not a guarantee to prevent crime or to reduce the risk of crime
on the property. You agree that no access control devices or security
measures can eliminate all crime and that you will not rely upon
any provided access control devices or security measures as a
warranty or guarantee of any kind. We disclaim any express or
implied warranties of security. We’re not responsible for obtaining
criminal-history checks on any residents, occupants, guests, or
contractors in the apartment community. If you or any occupant or
guest is affected by a crime, you must make a written report to our
representative and to the appropriate local law-enforcement agency.
You also must furnish us with the law-enforcement agency’s incident
report number upon request.
26. CONDITION OF THE PREMISES AND ALTERATIONS. You accept
the apartment, fixtures, and furniture as is, except for conditions
materially affecting the health or safety of ordinary persons. We
disclaim all implied warranties. You’ll be given an Inventory and
Condition form on or before move-in. You must note on the form all
defects or damage and return it to our representative. Otherwise,
everything will be considered to be in a clean, safe, and good working
condition.
You must use customary diligence in maintaining the apartment
and not damaging or littering the common areas. Unless authorized
by statute or by us in writing, you must not perform any repairs,
painting, wallpapering, carpeting, electrical changes, or otherwise
alter our property. No holes or stickers are allowed inside or outside
the apartment. But we’ll permit a reasonable number of small nail
holes for hanging pictures on sheetrock walls and in grooves of
wood-paneled walls, unless our rules state otherwise. No water
furniture, washing machines, additional phone or TV-cable outlets,
alarm systems, or lock changes, additions, or rekeying is permitted
unless statutorily allowed or we’ve consented in writing. You may
install a satellite dish or antenna provided you sign our satellite
dish or antenna lease addendum which complies with reasonable
restrictions allowed by federal law. You agree not to alter, damage,
or remove our property, including alarm systems, smoke detectors,
furniture, telephone and cable TV wiring, screens, locks, and access
control devices. When you move in, we’ll supply light bulbs for
fixtures we furnish, including exterior fixtures operated from inside
the apartment; after that, you’ll replace them at your expense with
bulbs of the same type and wattage. Your improvements to the
apartment (whether or not we consent) become ours unless we
agree otherwise in writing.
27. R EQUESTS, REPAIRS, AND MALFUNCTIONS. IF YOU OR ANY
OCCUPANT NEEDS TO SEND A NOTICE OR REQUEST—FOR EXAMPLE,
FOR REPAIRS, INSTALLATIONS, SERVICES, OR SECURITY-RELATED
MATTERS—IT MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH EITHER THE
ONLINE TENANT/MAINTENANCE PORTAL, OR SIGNED AND IN
WRITING AND DELIVERED TO OUR DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE
(except in case of fire, smoke, gas, explosion, overflowing sewage,
uncontrollable running water, electrical shorts, or crime in progress).
Our written notes on your oral request do not constitute a written
request from you.
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Our complying with or responding to any oral request regarding
security or non-security matters doesn’t waive the strict requirement
for written notices under this Lease Contract. You must promptly
notify us in writing of: water leaks; electrical problems;
malfunctioning lights; broken or missing locks or latches; and other
conditions that pose a hazard to property, health, or safety. We may
change or install utility lines or equipment serving the apartment
if the work is done reasonably without substantially increasing your
utility costs. We may turn off equipment and interrupt utilities as
needed to avoid property damage or to perform work. If utilities
malfunction or are damaged by fire, water, or similar cause, you
must notify our representative immediately. Air conditioning
problems are not emergencies. If heat or air conditioning or other
equipment malfunctions, you must notify our representative as
soon as possible. We’ll act with customary diligence to make repairs
and reconnections. Rent will not abate in whole or in part.
If we believe that fire or catastrophic damage is substantial, or that
performance of needed repairs poses a danger to you, we may
terminate your tenancy within a reasonable time by giving you
written notice. If your tenancy is so terminated, we’ll refund prorated
rent and all deposits, less lawful deductions.
28. A NIMALS. Unless otherwise provided under federal, state, or
local law, no animals (including mammals, reptiles, birds, fish,
rodents, and insects) are allowed, even temporarily, anywhere in
the apartment or apartment Community unless we’ve so authorized
in writing. You must remove an illegal or unauthorized animal within
24 hours of notice from us, or you will be considered in default of
this Lease Contract. If we allow an animal as a pet, you must execute
a separate animal addendum which may require additional deposits,
rents, fees or other charges. An animal deposit is considered a general
security deposit. We will authorize an assistance animal for a
disabled person where there is a disability-related need for the
assistance animal. When allowed by applicable laws, before we
authorize an assistance animal, if the disability is not readily
apparent, we may require a written statement from a qualified
professional verifying the disability-related need for the assistance
animal. If we authorize an assistance animal, we may require you
to execute a separate animal and/or assistance animal addendum.
Animal deposits, additional rents, fees or other charges will not be
required for an assistance animal needed due to disability, including
an emotional support or service animal, as authorized under federal,
state, or local law. You must not feed stray or wild animals.
29. WHEN WE MAY ENTER. If you or any guest or occupant is present,
then repairers, servicers, contractors, our representatives or other
persons listed in (2) below may peacefully enter the apartment at
reasonable times for the purposes listed in (2) below. If nobody is
in the apartment, such persons may enter peacefully and at
reasonable times by duplicate or master key (or by breaking a
window or other means when necessary in emergencies) if:
(1) written notice of the entry is left in a conspicuous place in the
apartment immediately after the entry; and
(2) entry is for: responding to your request; making repairs or
replacements; estimating repair or refurbishing costs;
performing pest control; doing preventive maintenance;
changing filters; testing or replacing smoke and carbon monoxide
detectors batteries; retrieving unreturned tools, equipment or
appliances; leaving notices; delivering, installing, reconnecting,
or replacing appliances, furniture, equipment, or access control
devices; removing or rekeying unauthorized access control
devices; inspecting when immediate danger to person or
property is reasonably suspected; allowing persons to enter
as you authorized in your rental application (if you die, are
incarcerated, etc.); allowing entry by a law officer with a search
or arrest warrant, or in hot pursuit; showing apartment to
prospective residents (after move-out or vacate notice has been
given); or showing apartment to government inspectors for the
limited purpose of determining housing and fire ordinance
compliance by us and to lenders, appraisers, contractors,
prospective buyers, or insurance agents; in connection with
inspection, response to, or compliance with any citation for an
alleged housing code violation.
(3) We may enter the premises after due notice to you and without
reasonable objection during business hours. If practical under
the circumstances, we will attempt to provide at least 24 hours
advance written notice of our intent to enter for the above
purposes. We may enter the premises immediately without
notice under the following circumstances: an emergency
situation; when we have good cause to believe you may have
damaged the premises; if we reasonably believe you are in
violation of federal, state or county laws; to stop excessive or
unreasonable noise that is disturbing the quiet enjoyment of
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 other residents; to remove health or safety hazards; or to deal
with or respond to any situation which is of immediate threat
or danger to the health, safety, or welfare of our residents or
their property, an animal, or our apartment community and
your premises.
(4) You are deemed to have given us permission to enter the
premises in connection with any request for services,
maintenance, or repairs or to respond to housing code
complaints. You agree to cooperate fully in providing us access
to the premises for the same without delay or interference.
Replacements
31. R EPLACEMENTS AND SUBLETTING. Replacing a resident,
subletting, assignment, or granting a right or license to occupy is
allowed only when we expressly consent in writing and you obtain
legally required permits or licenses if required by state or local law.
If departing or remaining residents find a replacement resident
acceptable to us before moving out and we expressly consent, in
writing, to the replacement, subletting, assignment, or granting a
right or any license to occupy, then:
(1) a reasonable administrative (paperwork) and/or transfer fee
will be due, and a rekeying fee will be due if rekeying is requested
or required; and
(2) the departing and remaining residents will remain liable for
all lease obligations for the rest of the original lease term.
Responsibilities of Owner and Resident
32. R ESPONSIBILITIES OF OWNER. We’ll act with customary
diligence to:
(1) keep common areas reasonably clean, subject to paragraph 26
(Condition of the Premises and Alterations);
(2) maintain fixtures, furniture, hot water, heating and A/C
equipment;
(3) comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws
regarding safety, sanitation, and fair housing; and
(4) make all reasonable repairs, subject to your obligation to pay
for damages for which you are liable.
If we violate any of the above, you may exercise all remedies provided
by law.
33. DEFAULT BY RESIDENT. You’ll be in default if you or any guest or
occupant violates any terms of this Lease Contract including but not
limited to the following violations: (1) you don’t pay rent or other
amounts that you owe when due; (2) you or any guest or occupant
violates the apartment rules, or fire, safety, health, or criminal laws,
regardless of whether or where arrest or conviction occurs; (3) you
abandon the apartment; (4) you give incorrect or false answers in a
rental application; (5) you or any occupant is arrested, convicted, or
given deferred adjudication for a felony offense involving actual or
potential physical harm to a person, or involving possession,
manufacture, or delivery of a controlled substance, marijuana, or
drug paraphernalia under state statute; (6) any illegal drugs or
paraphernalia are found in your apartment; or (7) you or any guest
or occupant engages in any of the prohibited conduct described in
paragraph 21 (Prohibited Conduct).
Lease Renewal When A Breach or Default Has Occurred.
In the event that you enter into a subsequent Lease prior to the
expiration of this Lease and you breach or otherwise commit a default
under this Lease, we may, at our sole and absolute discretion, terminate
the subsequent Lease, even if the subsequent Lease term has yet to
commence. We may terminate said subsequent Lease by sending you
written notice of our desire to terminate said subsequent Lease.
Eviction. If you default, we may seek to end your right of occupancy
by giving you a written notice to vacate in accordance with Maryland
law and local county and city ordinances. Notice may be by: (1) regular
mail; (2) certified mail, return receipt requested; (3) personal delivery
to any resident; (4) personal delivery at the apartment to any occupant
over 16 years old; or (5) affixing the notice to the outside of the
apartment’s main entry door. Termination of your possession rights
or subsequent reletting doesn’t release you from liability for future
rent or other lease obligations, subject to your and our duties to
mitigate damages as provided by this lease or by applicable Maryland
law. After giving notice to vacate or filing an eviction suit, we may
still accept rent or other sums due if allowed under applicable state
or local law; the filing or acceptance doesn’t waive or diminish any
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30. JOINT AND SEVERAL RESPONSIBILITY. Each resident is jointly
and severally liable for all lease obligations. If you or any guest or
occupant violates the Lease Contract or rules, all residents are
considered to have violated the Lease Contract. Our requests and
notices (including sale notices) to any resident constitute notice to
all residents and occupants. Notices and requests from any resident
or occupant (including notices of tenancy termination, repair
requests, and entry permissions) constitute notice from all residents.
In eviction suits, each resident is considered the agent of all other
residents in the apartment for service of process. Security-deposit
refunds and deduction itemizations of multiple residents will comply
with paragraph 49 (Deposit Return, Surrender, and Abandonment).
Procedures for Replacement. If we approve a replacement
resident, then, at our option: (1) the replacement resident must sign
this Lease Contract with or without an increase in the total security
deposit; or (2) the remaining and replacement residents must sign
an entirely new Lease Contract. If an entirely new Lease Contract
is not signed, unless we agree otherwise in writing, your security
deposit will automatically transfer to the replacement resident as
of the date we approve. The departing resident will no longer have
a right to occupancy or a security deposit refund, but will remain
liable for the remainder of the original lease term unless we agree
otherwise in writing—even if a new Lease Contract is signed.
of our other contractual or statutory rights. Accepting money at any
time doesn’t waive our rights to damages; or past or future rent or
other sums.
Holdover. You or any occupant, invitee, or guest must not hold over
beyond the date contained in your move-out notice or our notice to
vacate (or beyond a different move-out date agreed to by the parties
in writing). If a holdover occurs, then: (1) holdover rent is due in
advance on a daily basis and may become delinquent without notice
or demand; (2) your holdover rent will be your current rent plus an
additional qX
100 % or q $ per month. If no
amount is indicated, your holdover rent will be the lesser of double
(200%) your current rent or the maximum allowed by law; (3) you’ll
be liable to us for all losses resulting from your holdover; (4) at our
option, we may extend the lease term—for up to one month from the
date of notice of lease extension—by delivering written notice to you
or your apartment while you continue to hold over; and (5) we may
bring an action of eviction and for damages in conformance with the
Maryland Real Property Code or applicable county and city ordinances.
Other Remedies. We may report unpaid amounts to credit agencies.
If you default and move out early you will pay us any amounts stated
to be rental discounts in paragraph 10 (Special Provisions) or
elsewhere in this Lease Contract or related addenda, in addition to
other sums due. Such rental discounts, if any, were conditional upon
your compliance with all rental obligations under this lease or as
otherwise provided by law. Upon your default, we have all other legal
remedies, including termination of your tenancy under state statute.
Unless a party is seeking exemplary, punitive, sentimental or personal-
injury damages, the prevailing party may recover from the non-
prevailing party attorney’s fees and all other litigation costs. Late
charges are liquidated damages for our time, inconvenience, and
overhead in collecting late rent (but are not for attorney’s fees and
litigation costs). With the exception of unpaid rent and late fees due
on unpaid rent, all other unpaid amounts bear the maximum legal
interest rate allowed under state and local law. You must pay all
collection-agency fees if you fail to pay all sums due within 10 days
after we mail you a letter demanding payment and stating that
collection agency fees will be added if you don’t pay all sums by that
deadline. If the premises is located in Montgomery County, attorneys
fees are not part of your rent and need not be paid to redeem the
premises in a nonpayment of rent action.
Remedies Cumulative. Any remedies set forth herein shall be
cumulative, in addition to, and not in limitation of, any other remedies
available to Landlord under any applicable law.
Mitigation of Damages. If you move out early, you’ll be subject to
paragraph 11 (Early Move-Out) and all other remedies. We’ll exercise
customary diligence to relet and mitigate damages. We’ll credit all
subsequent rent that we actually receive from subsequent residents
against your liability for past-due and future rent and other sums
due.
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 General Clauses
34. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. Neither we nor any of our representatives
have made any oral promises, representations, or agreements. This
Lease Contract is the entire agreement between you and us.
35. NO AUTHORITY TO WAIVE UNLESS IN WRITING.
Our representatives (including management personnel, employees,
and agents) have no authority to waive, amend, or terminate this
Lease Contract or any part of it, unless in writing, and no authority
to make promises, representations, or agreements that impose
security duties or other obligations on us or our representatives
unless in writing.
36. NO WAIVER. No action or omission of our representative will be
considered a waiver of any subsequent violation, default, or time or
place of performance. Our not enforcing or belatedly enforcing
written-notice requirements, rental due dates, acceleration, liens,
or other rights isn’t a waiver under any circumstances.
37. NOTICE. Except when notice or demand is required by statute,
you waive any notice and demand for performance from us if you
default. Written notice to or from our managers constitutes notice
to or from us. Any person giving a notice under this Lease Contract
should retain a copy of the memo, letter or fax that was given. Fax
signatures are binding. All notices must be signed.
38. MISCELLANEOUS.
A. E xercising one remedy won’t constitute an election or waiver of
other remedies.
B. Unless prohibited by law or the respective insurance policies,
insurance subrogation is waived by all parties.
C. All remedies are cumulative.
D. This Lease Contract binds subsequent owners.
E. Neither an invalid clause nor the omission of initials on any page
invalidates this Lease Contract.
F. All provisions regarding our non-liability and non-duty apply to
our employees, agents, and management companies.
G. T his Lease Contract is subordinate or superior to existing and
future recorded mortgages, at lender’s option.
H. A ll lease obligations must be performed in the county where the
apartment is located.
I. This Lease Contract is subject to the three (3) year statute of
limitations unless modified by applicable law.
J. All discretionary rights reserved for us within this Lease Contract
or any accompanying addenda are at our sole and absolute
discretion.
39. CONTACTING YOU. By signing this lease, you are agreeing that
we, our representative(s) or agent(s) may contact you. You agree
that we may contact you using any contact information relating to
your lease including any number (i) you have provided to us (ii)
When Moving Out
44. MOVE-OUT NOTICE. Before moving out, either at the end of the
lease term, any extension of the lease term, or prior to the end of
the lease term, you must give our representative advance written
notice of your intention to vacate as required by paragraph 3 (Lease
Term). If you move out prior to the end of the lease term, your notice
does not act as a release of liability for the full term of the Lease
Contract. You will still be liable for the entire Lease Contract term
if you move out early under paragraph 23 (Release of Resident)
except if you are able to terminate your tenancy under the statutory
rights explained under paragraphs 11 (Early Move-Out), 23 (Release
of Resident), or any other applicable law. All notices to vacate must
be in writing and must provide the date by which you intend to
vacate. If the notice does not comply with the time requirements of
paragraph 3 (Lease Term), even if you move by the last date in the
lease term, you will be responsible for an additional month’s rent.
If you fail to vacate by the date set forth in your notice, you will
automatically and immediately become a holdover tenant pursuant
to state law, and we will have all remedies available under this Lease
Contract and state law.
45. MOVE-OUT PROCEDURES. The move-out date can’t be changed
unless we and you both agree in writing. You won’t move out before
the lease term or renewal period ends unless all rent for the entire
lease term or renewal period is paid in full. You’re prohibited by law
from applying any security deposit to rent. You won’t stay beyond
the date you are supposed to move out. All residents, guests, and
occupants must vacate the apartment before the 45-day period for
deposit refund begins. You must give us and the U.S. Postal Service,
in writing, each resident’s forwarding address.
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from which you called us, or (iii) which we obtained and through
which we reasonably believe we can reach you. You agree we may
use any means to contact you. This may include calls made to your
cellular telephone using an automatic telephone dialing system,
artificial or prerecorded voice messages, text messages, mail, e-mail,
and calls to your phone or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service,
or any other data or voice transmission technology. You agree to
promptly notify us if you change any contact information you provide
to us. You are responsible for any service provider charges as a
result of us contacting you.
40. OBLIGATION TO VACATE. If we provide you with a notice to
vacate, or if you provide us with a written notice to vacate or intent
to move-out in accordance with paragraph 3 (Lease Term), and we
accept such written notice, then you are required to vacate the
Apartment and remove all of your personal property therefrom at
the expiration of the Lease term, or by the date set forth in the notice
to vacate, whichever date is earlier, without further notice or demand
from us.
41. FORCE MAJEURE. If we are prevented from completing
performances of any obligations hereunder by an act of God, strikes,
epidemics, pandemic or health emergency, war, acts of terrorism,
riots, flood, fire, hurricane, tornado, sabotage, or other occurrence
which is beyond the control of the parties, then we shall be excused
from any further performance of obligations and undertakings
hereunder, to the full extent allowed under applicable law.
Furthermore, if such an event damages the property to materially
affect its habitability by some or all residents, we reserve the right
to vacate any and all leases and you agree to excuse us from any
further performance of obligations and undertakings hereunder,
to the full extent allowed under applicable law.
42. PAYMENTS. Payment of all sums is an independent covenant. At
our option and without notice, we may apply money received (other
than sale proceeds under paragraph 13 (Contractual Lien and
Property Left in Apartment) or utility payments subject to
governmental regulations) first to any of your unpaid obligations,
then to current rent—regardless of notations on checks or money
orders and regardless of when the obligations arose. All sums other
than rent are due upon our demand. After the due date, we do not
have to accept the rent or any other payments.
43. A SSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP. We represent that either: (1) we
or; (2) the management company that represents us, is at the time
of signing this Lease Contract or a renewal of this Lease Contract,
a member of both the National Apartment Association and any
affiliated state and local apartment (multi-housing) associations
for the area where the apartment is located.
46. CLEANING. You must thoroughly clean the apartment, including
doors, windows, furniture, bathrooms, kitchen appliances, patios,
balconies, garages, carports, and storage rooms. You must follow
move-out cleaning instructions if they have been provided. If you
don’t clean adequately, you’ll be liable for reasonable cleaning
charges.
47. MOVE-OUT INSPECTION. If you notify us by certified mail within
fifteen (15) days prior to your specified move-out date of: your
intention to move, the date of the move, and your new address, you
have the right to be present during our inspection of the premises
(unless you have been evicted, ejected, or abandoned the premises).
After receiving your move-out notice, we will inform you by certified
mail of the time and date on which the inspection will occur. The
date of the inspection will be within five (5) days before or after
the moving date specified in your notice. Our representative has no
authority to bind or limit us regarding deductions for repairs,
damages, or charges. Any statements or estimates by us or our
representative are subject to our correction, modification, or
disapproval before final refunding or accounting.
48. S ECURITY DEPOSIT DEDUCTIONS AND OTHER CHARGES.
You’ll be liable for the following charges, including, but not limited
to, and if applicable: unpaid rent; unpaid utilities; unreimbursed
service charges; repairs or damages caused by negligence,
carelessness, accident, or abuse, including stickers, scratches, tears,
burns, stains, or unapproved holes; replacement cost of our property
that was in or attached to the apartment and is missing; replacing
dead or missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors batteries;
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 utilities for repairs or cleaning; trips to let in company representatives
to remove your telephone or TV cable services or rental items (if
you so request or have moved out); trips to open the apartment
when you or any guest or occupant is missing a key; unreturned
keys; missing or burned-out light bulbs; removing or rekeying
unauthorized access control devices or alarm systems; packing,
removing, or storing property removed or stored under paragraph
13 (Contractual Lien and Property Left in Apartment); removing
illegally parked vehicles; special trips for trash removal caused by
parked vehicles blocking dumpsters; false security-alarm charges
unless due to our negligence; animal-related charges under
paragraphs 6 (Rent and Charges) and 28 (Animals); government
fees or fines against us for violation (by you, your occupants, or
guests) of local ordinances relating to smoke and carbon monoxide
detectors, false alarms, recycling, or other matters; late-payment
and returned-check charges; and other sums due under this Lease
Contract.
You’ll be liable to us for charges for replacing all keys and access
devices referenced in paragraph 5 (Keys) if you fail to return them
on or before your actual move-out date.
49. DEPOSIT RETURN, SURRENDER, AND ABANDONMENT.
We’ll mail you your security deposit refund (less lawful deductions)
and an itemized accounting of any deductions by first class mail to
your last known address (if no forwarding address is provided) no
later than 45 days after termination of your tenancy unless statutes
provide otherwise.
Eviction, Ejection, or Abandonment: You may within 45 days of being
evicted, ejected, or abandoning the premises, make a written demand,
by first class mail, that we return the security deposit, less proper
Severability, Originals and Attachments, and Signatures
50. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Lease Contract is invalid
or unenforceable under applicable law, such provision shall be
ineffective to the extent of such invalidity or unenforceability only
without invalidating or otherwise affecting the remainder of this
Lease Contract. The court shall interpret the lease and provisions
herein in a manner such as to uphold the valid portions of this Lease
Contract while preserving the intent of the parties.
51. ORIGINALS AND ATTACHMENTS. This Lease Contract has been
executed in multiple originals, with original signatures. We will
provide you with a copy of the Lease Contract. Your copy of the Lease
Contract may be in paper format, in an electronic format at your
request, or sent via e-mail if we have communicated by e-mail about
this Lease. Our rules and community policies, if any, will be attached
to the Lease Contract and provided to you at signing. When an
Inventory and Condition form is completed, you should retain a
copy, and we should retain a copy. Any addenda or amendments you
sign as a part of executing this Lease Contract are binding and hereby
incorporated into and made part of the Lease Contract between you
and us. This lease is the entire agreement between you and us. You
acknowledge that you are NOT relying on any oral representations.
A copy or scan of this Lease Contract and related addenda,
amendments, and agreements may be used for any purpose and
shall be treated as an original.
52. LOCAL LAWS AND ORDINANCES. It is the intent of the parties
to comply with the laws of Maryland, including local county and
municipal ordinances. The terms of this Apartment Lease Contract
may be modified by another addendum which conforms to the laws
of the jurisdiction in which this apartment community is located.
If there is any conflict in the terms of that addendum and this
Apartment Lease Contract the conflicting terms of that other
addendum shall control. In the event no other addendum is attached
to this Apartment Lease Contract and the local laws or ordinances
provide additional rights or remedies not included herein, this
Apartment Lease Contract is amended by reference to such local
laws and ordinances to incorporate the terms, rights, or remedies
thereof herein. It is the intent of the parties to have this lease
construed to include any such rights or remedies herein, and the
provisions of such laws or ordinances shall supercede and control
over the language of this Apartment Lease Contract to the extent
they are in conflict. If any of the provisions of this Apartment Lease
Contract are found to be unenforceable or void, then you and we
agree that such unenforceable lease provisions shall be disregarded
by the court, and the remaining enforceable provisions of this
Apartment Lease Contract will remain enforceable and binding on
both you and us and will be construed to reflect the intent of the
parties.
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deductions. Within 45 days of receiving such a notice, we will present
you a written list of damages together with a statement of costs
actually incurred and will return to you the security deposit together
with simple interest at the rate required by law, less any damages
rightfully withheld.
You have surrendered the apartment when: (1) the move-out date
has passed and no one is living in the apartment in our reasonable
judgment; or (2) all apartment keys and access devices listed in
paragraph 5 (Keys) have been turned in where rent is paid—
whichever date occurs first.
You have abandoned the apartment when all of the following have
occurred: (1) everyone appears to have moved out in our reasonable
judgment; (2) clothes, furniture, and personal belongings have been
substantially removed in our reasonable judgment; (3) you’ve been
in default for non-payment of rent for 5 consecutive days, or water,
gas, or electric service for the apartment not connected in our name
has been terminated; and (4) you’ve not responded for 2 days to our
notice left on the inside of the main entry door, stating that we
consider the apartment abandoned. An apartment is also “abandoned”
10 days after the death of a sole resident.
Surrender, abandonment, and judicial eviction end your right of
possession for all purposes and gives us the immediate right to:
clean up, make repairs in, and relet the apartment; determine any
security deposit deductions; and remove property left in the
apartment. Surrender, abandonment, and judicial eviction affect
your rights to property left in the apartment (paragraph 13
(Contractual Lien and Property Left in Apartment)), but do not affect
our mitigation obligations (paragraph 33 (Default by Resident)).
You are legally bound by this document.
Read it carefully before signing.
Resident or Residents [SEAL] (all sign below)






Owner or Owner’s Representative [SEAL] (signing on behalf of owner)

Below is the name, address, and phone number of owner’s
representative or managing agent who is authorized to receive
notices and services of process on our behalf.
Cove Property Management, LLC
PO Box 6724
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410)571-5555
Name and address of locator service (if applicable)




Date form is filled out (same as on top of page 1)
 12/04/2021
Additional provisions or changes may be made in the Lease
Contract if agreed to in writing by all parties.
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SPECIAL PROVISIONS (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3) If Management mails Resident a Lease Renewal Offer,
Resident must accept or reject the Lease Renewal Offer within thirty (30) days of the date
of the letter. If Resident fails to timely accept or reject the Lease Renewal Offer, the
Lease will automatically renew subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Lease
Renewal Offer. If there is more than one Resident under the Lease, notice given to, or by,
any one of them binds all. All notices from Resident to Management must be sent via
certified mail, return receipt requested.















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 ANIMAL ADDENDUM
Becomes part of Lease Contract

Date:  December 4, 2021

(when this Addendum is filled out)
Please note: We consider animals a serious responsibility and a risk to each resident in the dwelling. If you do not properly control and
care for your animal, you’ll be held liable if it causes any damage or disturbs other residents.
In this document, the terms “you” and “your” refer to all residents listed below and all occupants or guests; and the terms “we,” “us,” and “our” refer
to the owner named in the Lease Contract (not to the property manager or anyone else).
NOTIFICATION OF YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING SECURITY DEPOSITS. Under Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. § 8-203 you have the following rights:
The security deposit or any portion of it may be withheld for unpaid rent, damage due to breach of lease or for damage by you or your
family, agents, employees, guests or invitees in excess of ordinary wear and tear to the leased premises, common areas, major appliances,
and furnishings owned by us.
You have the right to be present when we or our agent inspects the premises in order to determine if any damage was done to the
premises, if you notify us by certified mail of your intention to move, the date of moving, and your new address.
Your notice requesting a move-out inspection in our presence must be furnished to us by mail at least fifteen (15) days prior to the
date you move.
Upon receipt of your notice to move, we will notify you by certified mail of the time and date the premises are to be inspected.
The date of inspection will take place within five (5) days before or five (5) days after the date of moving that is designated in your
notice.
Failure by us to comply with this requirement forfeits our right to withhold any part of the security deposit for damages.
The security deposit is not liquidated damages and may not be forfeited to us for breach of the rental agreement, except in the amount
that we are actually damaged by your breach.
In calculating the damages for lost future rents, any amount of rents received by us for the premises during the remainder, if any, of
your lease term, will reduce the damages you owe us by a like amount.

1. DWELLING UNIT DESCRIPTION. 4. ANIMAL DEPOSIT. An animal deposit of $ will be

Unit No. ,
901-203 901 Primrose Rd 203
 paragraph of the Lease Contract [check one]  does or  does not
 (street address) in
 Annapolis
(city), Maryland,
21403 (zip code).
2. LEASE CONTRACT DESCRIPTION.
Lease Contract Date: December 4, 2021
Owner’s name: DM Investments, LLC
 security deposit:



Residents (list all residents):
Edwin G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De
Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules, Ana
Maria Villanueva Flores




 (3) We are obligated to conduct the move-out inspection within five
 (5) days before or after your stated date of intended moving;
 (4) We are obligated to notify you in writing of the time and date of
 the inspection;

This Addendum constitutes an Addendum to the above described
Lease Contract for the above described premises, and is hereby
incorporated into and made a part of such Lease Contract. Where
the terms or conditions found in this Addendum vary or contradict
any terms or conditions found in the Lease Contract, this Addendum
shall control.
3. A.   NO APPROVED ANIMALS. If this box is checked, you are
not allowed to have animals (including mammals, reptiles, birds,
fish, rodents, and insects), even temporarily, anywhere in the
apartment or apartment community unless we’ve authorized so in
writing. We will authorize support and/or service animals for you
and any occupants pursuant to the parameters and guidelines
established by the Fair Housing Act, HUD regulatory guidelines, and
any applicable state and/or local laws.
B.  CONDITIONAL AUTHORIZATION FOR ANIMAL.
If this box is checked, you may keep the animal that is described
below in the dwelling until the Lease Contract expires. But we may
terminate this authorization sooner if your right of occupancy is
lawfully terminated or if in our judgment you and your animal, or
any occupant violate any of the rules in this Addendum.
charged. The security deposit amount in the Security Deposit
include the animal deposit amount. The total deposits do not exceed
the equivalent of two (2) month’s rent. Refund of the animal deposit
will be subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Lease
Contract. Under Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. § 8-203.1, this Addendum
also constitutes your receipt for payment of a security deposit. We
acknowledge receipt of animal deposit from you in the amount of
$ . You have the following rights with regard to this
(1) You have the right to have your dwelling unit (apartment)
inspected by us in your presence for the purpose of making a
written list of damages that exist at the commencement of the
tenancy if you request an inspection by certified mail within
fifteen (15) days of your occupancy (the date you move in);
(2) You have the right to be present when we inspect the premises
at the end of your tenancy in order to determine if any damage
was done to the premises if you notify us by certified mail at
fifteen (15) days prior to the date of your intended move, of your
intention to move, the date of moving, and your new address;
(5) You have the right to receive, by first class mail, delivered to
your last known address, a written list of the charges against
your security deposit claimed by us and the actual costs, within
forty five (45) days after the termination of the tenancy;
(6) We are obligated to return any unused portion of your security
deposit, by first class mail, addressed to your last known address
within forty five (45) days after the termination of your tenancy;
and
(7) Our failure to comply with the security deposit law may result
in us being liable to you for a penalty of up to three (3) times the
security deposit withheld, plus reasonable attorney’s fees.
(8) We will retain a copy of this receipt for a period of two (2) years
after the termination of your tenancy, abandonment of the
premises, or your eviction, as the case may be.
(9) We will be liable to you in the sum of $25 if we fail to provide
you a written receipt for the security deposit.
5. ADDITIONAL MONTHLY RENT. Your total monthly rent (as stated
in the Lease Contract) will be increased by $ .
30.00
6. SUPPORT AND/OR SERVICE ANIMALS. It is our policy to not
charge a deposit for support and/or service animals.

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7. LIABILITY NOT LIMITED. The additional monthly rent and • A nimals may not be tied to any fixed object anywhere outside
additional security deposit under this Animal Addendum do not the dwelling units, except in fenced yards (if any) for your exclusive
limit residents’ liability for property damages, cleaning, use.
deodorization, defleaing, replacements, or personal injuries. • Unless you request and receive an accommodation and/or prior
written approval you must not let an animal into swimming-pool
8. DESCRIPTION OF ANIMAL(S). You may keep only the animal(s)
areas, laundry rooms, offices, clubrooms, other recreational
described below. You may not substitute any other animal(s). Neither
facilities, or other dwelling units.
you nor any occupants may bring any other animal(s)-mammal,
reptile, bird, amphibian, fish, rodent, arachnid, or insect-into the • Your animal must be fed and watered inside the dwelling unit.
dwelling or apartment community. Don’t leave animal food or water outside the dwelling unit at any
time, except in fenced yards (if any) for your exclusive use.
Animal’s name: 
Type:  • You must keep the animal on a leash and under your supervision
Breed:  when outside the dwelling or any private fenced area. We or our
Color:  representative may pick up unleashed animals and/or report
Weight: Age:  them to the proper authorities. We may impose reasonable charges
City of license:  for picking up and/or keeping unleashed animals.
License no.:  • Unless we have designated a particular area in your dwelling
Date of last rabies shot:  unit or on the grounds for animal defecation and urination, you
Housebroken?  are prohibited from letting an animal defecate or urinate
Animal owner’s name:  anywhere on our property. You must take the animal off our
 property for that purpose. If we allow animal defecation inside
 the dwelling unit in this Addendum, you must ensure that it’s
Animal’s name:  done in a litter box with a kitty litter-type mix. If the animal
Type:  defecates anywhere on our property (including in a fenced yard
Breed:  for your exclusive use), you’ll be responsible for immediately
Color:  removing the waste and repairing any damage. Despite anything
Weight: Age:  this Addendum says, you must comply with all local ordinances
City of license:  regarding animal defecation.
License no.: 
Date of last rabies shot:  12. A DDITIONAL RULES. We have the right to make reasonable
Housebroken?  changes to the animal rules from time to time if we distribute a
Animal owner’s name:  written copy of any changes to every resident who is allowed to
 have animals.

13. V IOLATION OF RULES. If you or any occupant violates any rule
9. SPECIAL PROVISIONS. The following special provisions or provision of this Animal Addendum (based upon our judgment)
control over conflicting provisions of this printed form: and we give you written notice, you must permanently remove the
animal from the premises within the time period specified in our
Resident shall pay a one time, non- notice. We also have all other rights and remedies set forth in the
refundable, pet registration fee in the Lease Contract, including damages, eviction, and attorney’s fees to
amount of $300.00 prior to the animal the extent allowed by law.
being brought on the Premises
 14. COMPLAINTS ABOUT ANIMAL. You must immediately and
 permanently remove the animal from the premises if we receive a
 reasonable complaint from a neighbor or other resident or if we, in
 our sole discretion, determine that the animal has disturbed
 neighbors or other residents.

 15. OUR REMOVAL OF ANIMAL. In some circumstances, we may
 enter the dwelling unit and remove the animal with one day’s notice
 left in a conspicuous place. We can do this if in our sole judgment,
 you have:

• abandoned the animal;

 • left the animal in the dwelling unit for an extended period of time
 without food or water;
 • failed to care for a sick animal;

• violated our animal rules; or
10. EMERGENCY. In an emergency involving an accident or injury to • let the animal defecate or urinate where it’s not supposed to.
your animal, we have the right, but not the duty, to take the animal
to the following veterinarian for treatment, at your expense. In doing this, we must follow the procedures of the Lease Contract,
and we may board the animal or turn the animal over to a humane
Doctor:  society or local authority. We’ll return the animal to you upon
Address:  request if we haven’t already turned it over to a humane society
City/State/Zip:  or local authority. We don’t have a lien on the animal for any purpose,
Phone:  but you must pay for reasonable care and kenneling charges for
the animal. If you don’t pick up the animal within 5 days after we
11. A NIMAL RULES. You are responsible for the animal’s
remove it, it will be considered abandoned.
actions at all times. You acknowledge that these Animal Rules apply
to all animals, including any support or service animals. You agree 16. LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES, INJURIES, CLEANING, ETC.
to abide by these rules: You and all co-residents will be jointly and severally liable for the
• T he animal must not disturb the neighbors or other residents, entire amount of all damages caused by the animal, including all
regardless of whether the animal is inside or outside the dwelling. cleaning, defleaing, and deodorizing. This provision applies to all
parts of the dwelling unit, including carpets, doors, walls, drapes,
• Dogs, cats, and support animals must be housebroken. All other wallpaper, windows, screens, furniture, appliances, as well as
animals must be caged at all times. No animal offspring are
landscaping and other outside improvements. If items cannot be
allowed.
satisfactorily cleaned or repaired, you must pay for us to replace
• Inside, the animal may urinate or defecate only in these designated them completely. Payment for damages, repairs, cleaning,
areas: NONE replacements, etc. are due immediately upon demand.

As owner of the animal, you’re strictly liable for the entire amount
• Outside, the animal may urinate or defecate only in these of any injury that the animal causes to a person or anyone’s property.
designated areas:  You’ll indemnify us for all costs of litigation and attorney’s fees
 resulting from any such damage.

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17. M
 OVE-OUT. When you move out, you’ll pay for defleaing,
deodorizing, and shampooing to protect future residents from
possible health hazards, regardless of how long the animal was
there. We—not you—will arrange for these services.
18. JOINT AND SEVERAL RESPONSIBILITY. Each resident who signed
the Lease Contract must sign this Animal Addendum. You and any
occupants must follow all animal rules. Each resident is jointly and
severally liable for damages and all other obligations set forth in
this Animal Addendum, even if the resident does not own the animal.
19. G
 ENERAL. You acknowledge that no other oral or written
agreement exists regarding animals. Except for written rule changes
under noted in paragraph 9 above, our representative has no
authority to modify this Animal Addendum or the animal rules
except in writing. This Animal Addendum and the animal rules are
considered part of the Lease Contract described above. It has been
executed in multiple originals, one for you and one or more for us.

Local Laws and Ordinances. The terms of this Animal Addendum may be modified by another addendum which conforms to the laws of the
jurisdiction in which this apartment community is located. If there is any conflict in the terms of that addendum and this Animal Addendum the
conflicting terms of that other addendum shall control. In the event no other addendum is attached to this Animal Addendum and the local laws
or ordinances provide additional rights or remedies not included herein, this Animal Addendum is amended by reference to such local laws and
ordinances to incorporate the terms thereof herein, and such provisions shall supercede and control over the language of this Animal Addendum
to the extent they are in conflict. If any of the provisions of this Animal Addendum are found to be unenforceable or void, then you and we agree
that such unenforceable lease provisions shall be disregarded by the court, and the remaining enforceable provisions of this Animal Addendum
will remain enforceable and binding on both you and us and will be construed to reflect the intent of the parties.

This is a binding legal document. Read it carefully before signing.

Resident or Residents Owner or Owner’s Representative

(All residents must sign) (Signs below)

 






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 STATE OF MARYLAND UTILITY
AND SERVICES ADDENDUM

This Utility Addendum is incorporated into the Lease Contract (referred to in this addendum as “Lease Contract” or “Lease”) dated

December 4, 2021 between DM Investments, LLC


(“We” and/or “we” and/or “us) and Edwin G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar
Hercules, Ana Maria Villanueva Flores





“You” and/or “you”) of Apt. No.
901-203 located at 901 Primrose Rd 203

(street address) in Annapolis, MD 21403
and is in addition to all terms and conditions in the Lease. This Addendum constitutes an Addendum to the above described Lease Contract for the
above described premises, and is hereby incorporated into and made a part of such Lease Contract. Where the terms or conditions found in this
Addendum vary or contradict any terms or conditions found in the Lease Contract, this Addendum shall control.

1. Responsibility for payment of utilities, and the method of metering or otherwise measuring the cost of the utility, will be as indicated below.

a) W
 ater service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
 directly to the utility service provider; or
X water bills will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula: 6

 If flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $ per month.
X 3rd party billing company if applicable Conservice Utility


b) S
 ewer service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
 directly to the utility service provider; or
X sewer bills will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula: 6

 If flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $ per month.
X 3rd party billing company if applicable Conservice Utility


c) Gas service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:

 directly to the utility service provider; or
 gas bills will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula: 
 If flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $ per month.
 3rd party billing company if applicable 

d) Trash service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:

 directly to the utility service provider; or
X trash bills will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula: 4

X If flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $
 9.00 per month.
X 3rd party billing company if applicable Conservice Utility


e) Electric service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:

X directly to the utility service provider; or

 electric bills will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula: 
 If flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $ per month.
 3rd party billing company if applicable 

f) Stormwater service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:

 directly to the utility service provider; or
 stormwater bills will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula: 
 If flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $ per month.
 3rd party billing company if applicable 

g) Cable TV service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:

X directly to the utility service provider; or

 cable TV bills will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula: 
 If flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $ per month.
 3rd party billing company if applicable 

h) Master Antenna service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:

 directly to the utility service provider; or
 master antenna bills will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula: 
 If flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $ per month.
 3rd party billing company if applicable 

i) Internet service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:

X directly to the utility service provider; or

 internet bills will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula: 
 If flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $ per month.
 3rd party billing company if applicable 

j) (Other) service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:

 directly to the utility service provider; or
 bills will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula: 
 If flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $ per month.
 3rd party billing company if applicable 

k) (Other) service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:

 directly to the utility service provider; or
 bills will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula: 
 If flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $ per month.
 3rd party billing company if applicable 

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 METERING/ALLOCATION METHOD KEY
“1” - Sub-metering of all of your water/gas/electric use
“2” - Calculation of your total water use based on sub-metering of hot water
“3” - Calculation of your total water use based on sub-metering of cold water
“4” - Flat rate per month
“5” - Allocation based on the number of persons residing in your dwelling unit
“6” - Allocation based on the number of persons residing in your dwelling unit using a ratio occupancy formula
“7” - Allocation based on square footage of your dwelling unit
“8” - Allocation based on a combination of square footage of your dwelling unit and the number of persons residing in your dwelling unit 
“9” - Allocation based on the number of bedrooms in your dwelling unit
“10” - A llocation based on a lawful formula not listed here 
(Note: if method “10” is selected, a separate sheet will be attached describing the formula used)

2. If an allocation method is used, we or our billing company will calculate your allocated share of the utilities and services provided and all
costs in accordance with state and local statutes. Under any allocation method, Resident may be paying for part of the utility usage in common
areas or in other residential units as well as administrative fees. Both Resident and Owner agree that using a calculation or allocation formula
as a basis for estimating total utility consumption is fair and reasonable, while recognizing that the allocation method may or may not
accurately reflect actual total utility consumption for Resident. Where lawful, we may change the above methods of determining your allocated
share of utilities and services and all other billing methods, in our sole discretion, and after providing written notice to you. More detailed
descriptions of billing methods, calculations and allocation formulas will be provided upon request.
If a flat fee method for trash or other utility service is used, Resident and Owner agree that the charges indicated in this Agreement (as may
be amended with written notice as specified above) represent a fair and reasonable amount for the service(s) provided and that the amount
billed is not based on a monthly per unit cost.

3. When billed by us directly or through our billing company, you must pay utility bills within 15 days of the date when the utility
bill is issued at the place indicated on your bill, or the payment will be late. If a payment is late, you will be responsible for a late fee as indicated
below. The late payment of a bill or failure to pay any utility bill is a material and substantial breach of the Lease and we will exercise all
remedies available under the Lease, up to and including eviction for nonpayment. To the extent there are any new account, monthly
administrative, late or final bill fees, you shall pay such fees as indicated below.
New Account Fee: $
10.00 (not to exceed $ )
15.00
Monthly Administrative Billing Fee: $
4.25 (not to exceed $ )
6.00
Late Fee: $ (not to exceed $ )
Final Bill Fee: $
10.00 (not to exceed $ )
15.00
If allowed by state law, we at our sole discretion may amend these fees, with written notice to you.

4. You will be charged for the full period of time that you were living in, occupying, or responsible for payment of rent or utility charges on the
dwelling. If you breach the Lease, you will be responsible for utility charges for the time period you were obliged to pay the charges under
the Lease, subject to our mitigation of damages. In the event you fail to timely establish utility services, we may charge you for any utility
service billed to us for your dwelling and may charge a reasonable administration fee for billing for the utility service in the amount of
$ .
15.00

5. When you move out, you will receive a final bill which may be estimated based on your prior utility usage. This bill must be paid at the time
you move out or it will be deducted from the security deposit.

6. We are not liable for any losses or damages you incur as a result of outages, interruptions, or fluctuations in utility services provided to the
dwelling unless such loss or damage was the direct result of negligence by us or our employees. You release us from any and all such claims
and waive any claims for offset or reduction of rent or diminished rental value of the dwelling due to such outages, interruptions, or fluctuations

7. You agree not to tamper with, adjust, or disconnect any utility sub-metering system or device. Violation of this provision is a material breach
of your Lease and may subject you to eviction or other remedies available to us under your Lease, this Utility Addendum and at law.

8. Where lawful, all utilities, charges and fees of any kind under this lease shall be considered additional rent, and if partial payments are
accepted by the Owner, they will be allocated first to non-rent charges and to rent last.

9. You represent that all occupants that will be residing in the Unit are accurately identified in the Lease. You agree to promptly notify Owner
of any change in such number of occupants.

10. You agree that you may, upon thirty (30) days prior written notice from Owner to you, begin receiving a bill for additional utilities and
services, at which time such additional utilities and services shall for all purposes be included in the term Utilities.

11. T his Addendum is designed for use in multiple jurisdictions, and no billing method, charge, or fee mentioned herein will be used in any
jurisdiction where such use would be unlawful. If any provision of this addendum or the Lease is invalid or unenforceable under applicable
law, such provision shall be ineffective to the extent of such invalidity or unenforceability only without invalidating or otherwise affecting
the remainder of this addendum or the Lease. Except as specifically stated herein, all other terms and conditions of the Lease shall remain
unchanged. In the event of any conflict between the terms of this Addendum and the terms of the Lease, the terms of this Addendum shall
control.

12. Baltimore City Required Disclosures. Unless exempt, if your dwelling unit is located in Baltimore City, you are made a designee under the
Maryland’s Public Information Act to request and receive copies of account records for the water or wastewater account(s) at issue.

Unless exempt, if your dwelling unit is located in Baltimore City, we are required by law to specify the average monthly allocated costs of
water and wastewater services for the leased dwelling unit in the 12 months preceding execution of the lease/renewal of the lease. The
average monthly allocated costs of water and wastewater services for the leased dwelling unit are: . The calculation method
used for water and wastewater services for the leased dwelling unit during the 12 months preceding execution of the lease/renewal of the
lease is: .

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13. T he following special provisions and any addenda or written rules furnished to you at or before signing will become a part of this Utility
Addendum and will supersede any conflicting provisions of this printed Utility Addendum and/or the Lease Contract.


























Resident Signature  Date  12/04/2021

Resident Signature  Date  12/04/2021
Resident Signature  Date 
Resident Signature  Date 
Resident Signature  Date 
Resident Signature  Date 
Management  Date 

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 BED BUG ADDENDUM
Date:  December 4, 2021
(when this Addendum is filled out)
Please note: It is our goal to maintain a quality living environment for our residents. To help achieve this goal, it is important to work
together to minimize the potential for any bed bugs in your dwelling or surrounding dwellings. This addendum contains important
information that outlines your responsibility and potential liability with regard to bed bugs.

1. DWELLING UNIT DESCRIPTION. 5. ACCESS FOR INSPECTION AND PEST TREATMENT.

Unit No. , 901-203 901 Primrose You must allow us and our pest control agents access to the

Rd 203 dwelling at reasonable times to inspect for or treat bed bugs
 (street address) in as allowed by law. You and your family members, occupants,
 Annapolis guests, and invitees must cooperate and will not interfere
(city), Maryland,  21403 (zip code). with inspections or treatments. We have the right to select
2. LEASE CONTRACT DESCRIPTION. any licensed pest control professional to treat the dwelling
Lease Contract Date: December 4, 2021 and building. We can select the method of treating the dwelling,
Owner’s name: DM Investments, LLC building and common areas for bed bugs. We can also inspect
 and treat adjacent or neighboring dwellings to the infestation
 even if those dwellings are not the source or cause of the
 known infestation. Unless otherwise prohibited by law, you
 are responsible for and must, at your own expense, have your
Residents (list all residents): own personal property, furniture, clothing and possessions
treated according to accepted treatment methods established
Edwin G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De by a licensed pest control firm that we approve. You must do
Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules, Ana so as close as possible to the time we treated the dwelling. If
Maria Villanueva Flores you fail to do so, you will be in default, and we will have the
 right to terminate your right of occupancy and exercise all
 rights and remedies under the Lease Contract. You agree not
 to treat the dwelling for a bed bug infestation on your own.

 6. NOTIFICATION.  You must promptly notify us:
 • of any known or suspected bed bug infestation or presence
 in the dwelling, or in any of your clothing, furniture or
 personal property.
 • of any recurring or unexplained bites, stings, irritations,
or sores of the skin or body which you believe is caused by
This Addendum constitutes an Addendum to the above bed bugs, or by any condition or pest you believe is in the
described Lease Contract for the above described premises, dwelling.
and is hereby incorporated into and made a part of such Lease • if you discover any condition or evidence that might indicate
Contract. Where the terms or conditions found in this the presence or infestation of bed bugs, or of any confirmation
Addendum vary or contradict any terms or conditions found of bed bug presence by a licensed pest control professional
in the Lease Contract, this Addendum shall control. or other authoritative source.
3. PURPOSE.  This Addendum modifies the Lease Contract and 7. COOPERATION.  If we confirm the presence or infestation
addresses situations related to bed bugs (cimex lectularius) of bed bugs, you must cooperate and coordinate with us and
which may be discovered infesting the dwelling or personal our pest control agents to treat and eliminate the bed bugs.
property in the dwelling. You understand that we relied on You must follow all directions from us or our agents to clean
your representations to us in this Addendum. and treat the dwelling and building that are infested. You
4. INSPECTION AND INFESTATIONS. BY SIGNING THIS must remove or destroy personal property that cannot be
ADDENDUM, YOU REPRESENT THAT: treated or cleaned as close as possible to the time we treated
the dwelling. Any items you remove from the dwelling must
• YOU HAVE INSPECTED THE DWELLING PRIOR TO MOVING
be disposed of off-site and not in the property’s trash
IN, OR PRIOR TO SIGNING THIS ADDENDUM, AND YOU DID
receptacles. If we confirm the presence or infestation of bed
NOT FIND ANY EVIDENCE OF BED BUGS OR A BED BUG
bugs in your dwelling, we have the right to require you to
INFESTATION;
temporarily vacate the dwelling and remove all furniture,
OR clothing and personal belongings in order for us to perform
• YOU WILL INSPECT THE DWELLING WITHIN 48 HOURS pest control services. If you fail to cooperate with us, you will
AFTER MOVING IN, OR WITHIN 48 HOURS AFTER SIGNING be in default, and we will have the right to terminate your
THIS ADDENDUM AND WILL NOTIFY US OF ANY BED BUGS right of occupancy and exercise all rights and remedies under
OR BED BUG INFESTATIONS. the Lease Contract.
You agree that you have read the information provided in this 8. RESPONSIBILITIES.  You may be required to pay all
Addendum and that you are not aware of any infestation or reasonable costs of cleaning and pest control treatments
presence of bed bugs in your current or previous dwellings, incurred by us to treat your dwelling unit for bed bugs. If we
furniture, clothing, personal property, or possessions. You confirm the presence or infestation of bed bugs after you
also acknowledge that you have fully disclosed to us any vacate your dwelling, you may be responsible for the cost of
previous bed bug infestations or bed bug issues that you have cleaning and pest control treatments. If we must move other
experienced. residents in order to treat adjoining or neighboring dwellings
to your dwelling unit, you may be liable for payment of any
If you disclose to us a previous experience with bed bug lost rental income and other expenses incurred by us to
infestations or other bed bug related issues, we can review relocate the neighboring residents and to clean and perform
documentation of the previous treatment(s) and inspect your pest control treatments to eradicate infestations in other
personal property and possession to confirm the absence of dwellings. If you fail to pay us for any costs you are liable for,
bed bugs. you will be in default, and we will have the right to terminate
your right of occupancy and exercise all rights and remedies
under the Lease Contract, and obtain immediate possession
of the dwelling. If you fail to move out after your right of
occupancy has been terminated, you will be liable for holdover
rent under the Lease Contract.

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9. T
 RANSFERS.  If we allow you to transfer to another dwelling 11. SPECIAL PROVISIONS. The following special provisions
in the community because of the presence of bed bugs, you control over conflicting provisions of this printed form:
must have your personal property and possessions treated 
according to accepted treatment methods or procedures 
established by a licensed pest control professional. You must 
provide proof of such cleaning and treatment to our satisfaction. 
10. Unless otherwise prohibited by applicable law, we are not 
liable for any personal injury or property damage that may 
result from a bed bug infestation and recommend that you 
obtain renter’s insurance to protect against any loss or 
damages. 












You are legally bound by this document. Please read it carefully.

Resident or Residents Owner or Owner’s Representative

(All residents must sign) (Signs below)

 

 Date of Signing Addendum

 


You are entitled to receive an original of this Addendum after it is fully signed. Keep it in a safe place.

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 BED BUGS — A Guide for Rental Housing Residents
Bed bugs, with a typical lifespan of 6 to 12 months, are wingless,
flat, broadly oval-shaped insects. Capable of reaching the size of
an apple seed at full growth, bed bugs are distinguishable by
their reddish-brown color, although after feeding on the blood
of humans and warm-blooded animals—their sole food source—
the bugs assume a distinctly blood-red hue until digestion is
complete.
Bed bugs don’t discriminate
Bed bugs increased presence across the United States in recent
decades can be attributed largely to a surge in international
travel and trade. It’s no surprise then that bed bugs have been
found time and time again to have taken up residence in some
of the fanciest hotels and apartment buildings in some of the
nation’s most expensive neighborhoods.
Nonetheless, false claims that associate bed bugs presence with
poor hygiene and uncleanliness have caused rental housing
residents, out of shame, to avoid notifying owners of their
presence. This serves only to enable the spread of bed bugs.
While bed bugs are, by their very nature, more attracted to
clutter, they’re certainly not discouraged by cleanliness.
Bottom line: bed bugs know no social and economic bounds;
claims to the contrary are false.
Bed bugs don’t transmit disease
There exists no scientific evidence that bed bugs transmit disease.
In fact, federal agencies tasked with addressing pest of public
health concern, namely the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, have refused
to elevate bed bugs to the threat level posed by disease
transmitting pests. Again, claims associating bed bugs with
disease are false.
Identifying bed bugs
Bed bugs can often be found in, around and between:
• Bedding
• Bed frames
• Mattress seams
• Upholstered furniture, especially under cushions and
along seams
• A round, behind and under wood furniture, especially along
areas where drawers slide
• Curtains and draperies
• Along window and door frames
• Ceiling and wall junctions
• Crown moldings
• Behind and around wall hangings and loose wallpaper
• Between carpeting and walls (carpet can be pulled away from
the wall and tack strip)
• Cracks and crevices in walls and floors
• Inside electronic devices, such as smoke and carbon monoxide
detectors
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• Because bed bugs leave some persons with itchy welts strikingly
similar to those caused by fleas and mosquitoes, the origination
of such markings often go misdiagnosed. However, welts caused
by bed bugs often times appear in succession and on exposed
areas of skin, such as the face, neck and arms. In some cases,
an individual may not experience any visible reaction resulting
from direct contact with bed bugs.
• W hile bed bugs typically prefer to act at night, they often do
not succeed in returning to their hiding spots without leaving
traces of their presence through fecal markings of a red to dark
brown color, visible on or near beds. Blood stains tend also to
appear when the bugs have been squashed, usually by an
unsuspecting host in their sleep. And, because they shed, it’s
not uncommon for skin casts to be left behind in areas typically
frequented by bed bugs.
Preventing bed bug encounters when traveling
Because humans serve as bed bugs’ main mode of transportation,
it is extremely important to be mindful of bed bugs when away
from home. Experts agree that the spread of bed bugs across all
regions of the United States is largely attributed to an increase
in international travel and trade. Travelers are therefore
encouraged to take a few minutes upon arriving to their temporary
destination to thoroughly inspect their accommodations, so as
to ensure that any uninvited guests are detected before the
decision is made to unpack.
Because bed bugs can easily travel from one room to another, it
is also recommended that travelers thoroughly inspect their
luggage and belongings for bed bugs before departing for home.
Bed bug do’s and don’ts
• Do not bring used furniture from unknown sources into
your dwelling.  Countless bed bug infestations have stemmed
directly from the introduction into a resident’s unit of second-
hand and abandoned furniture. Unless the determination can
be made with absolute certainty that a piece of second-hand
furniture is bed bug-free, residents should assume that the
reason a seemingly nice looking leather couch, for example, is
sitting curbside, waiting to be hauled off to the landfill, may
very well be due to the fact that it’s teeming with bed bugs.
• Do address bed bug sightings immediately.  Rental housing
residents who suspect the presence of bed bugs in their unit
must immediately notify the owner.
• Do not attempt to treat bed bug infestations.  Under no
circumstance should you attempt to eradicate bed bugs. Health
hazards associated with the misapplication of traditional and
non-traditional, chemical-based insecticides and pesticides
poses too great a risk to you and your neighbors.
• Do comply with eradication protocol.  If the determination
is made that your unit is indeed playing host to bed bugs, you
must comply with the bed bug eradication protocol set forth
by both your owner and their designated pest management
company.
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 MOLD INFORMATION AND PREVENTION ADDENDUM

Please note: It is our goal to maintain a quality living environment for our residents. To help achieve this goal, it is important to work
together to minimize any mold growth in your dwelling. That is why this addendum contains important information for you, and
responsibilities for both you and us.

1. DWELLING UNIT DESCRIPTION. c o o k in g w it h o p e n p o t s . W h e n s h o w e r in g , b e s u r e to k e e p

U n it N o . 901-203
Rd 203
Annapolis
(city), M a r y l a n d ,
2. LEASE CONTRACT DESCRIPTION.
L e a s e C o n t r a c t D a t e : December 4, 2021
O w n e r ’ s n a m e : DM Investments, LLC
R e s i d e n t s (list all residents):
Edwin G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De
Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules, Ana
Maria Villanueva Flores
, 901 Primrose t h e s h o w e r c u r t a i n inside t h e t u b o r f u l l y c l o s e t h e s h o w e r
d o o r s . A ls o , th e e x p e r t s r e c o m m e n d th a t a fte r t a k in g a
(street address) i n s h o w e r o r b a t h , y o u : (1 ) w ip e m o is t u r e o ff o f s h o w e r w a lls ,
s o er doors, t e bat tub and t e bat room floor 2 lea e
21403 (zip code). th e b a th r o o m d o o r o p e n u n til a ll m o is tu r e o n th e m ir r o r s
and bat room alls and tile surfaces as dissipated and
( 3 ) h a n g u p y o u r t o w e ls a n d b a t h m a t s s o t h e y w ill c o m p le t e ly
d r y o u t.
• P r o m p t ly n o t ify u s in w r it in g a b o u t a n y a ir c o n d it io n in g o r
h e a t in g s y s t e m p r o b le m s y o u d is c o v e r . F o llo w o u r r u le s , if
any, re ardin replacement of air filters. Also, it is
r e c o m m e n d e d t h a t y o u p e r io d ic a lly o p e n w in d o w s a n d
d o o r s o n d a y s w h e n t h e o u t d o o r w e a t h e r i s d r y ( i .e ., h u m id i t y
is b e lo w 5 0 p e r c e n t) t o h e lp h u m id a r e a s o f y o u r d w e llin g
d r y o u t.
• P r o m p t ly n o t if y u s in w r it in g a b o u t a n y s ig n s o f w a t e r le a k s ,
ater infiltration or mold. e ill respond in accordance
w it h s t a te la w a n d t h e L e a s e C o n t r a c t to r e p a ir o r r e m e d y
t h e s it u a t io n , a s n e c e s s a r y .
• K e e p t h e t h e r m o s t a t s e t t o a u t o m a t ic a lly c ir c u la t e a ir in
t h e e v e n t te m p e r a t u r e s r is e to o r a b o v e 8 0 d e g r e e s
F a h r e n h e it .

5. IN ORDER TO AVOID MOLD GROWTH, i t i s im p o r ta n t to

p r e v e n t e x c e s s iv e m o is t u r e b u ild u p in y o u r d w e llin g . F a ilu r e
t o p r o m p t ly p a y a t t e n t io n t o le a k s a n d m o is t u r e t h a t m ig h t
T h is A d d e n d u m c o n s t it u te s a n A d d e n d u m to th e a b o v e a c c u m u la te o n d w e llin g s u r fa c e s o r t h a t m ig h t g e t in s id e w a lls
d e s c r ib e d L e a s e C o n t r a c t fo r t h e a b o v e d e s c r ib e d p r e m is e s , o r c e ilin g s c a n e n c o u r a g e m o ld g r o w t h . P r o lo n g e d m o is tu r e
a n d is h e r e b y in c o r p o r a te d in to a n d m a d e a p a r t o f s u c h L e a s e c a n r e s u lt fr o m a w id e v a r ie t y o f s o u r c e s , s u c h a s :
C o n tr a c t . W h e r e th e te r m s o r c o n d it io n s fo u n d in th is
A d d e n d u m v a r y o r c o n t r a d ic t a n y te r m s o r c o n d it io n s fo u n d • r a in w a t e r le a k in g fr o m r o o fs , w in d o w s , d o o r s a n d o u t s id e
in th e L e a s e C o n tr a c t, th is A d d e n d u m s h a ll c o n tr o l. alls, as ell as flood aters risin abo e floor le el
• o erflo s from s o ers, bat tubs, toilets, la atories, sin s,
3. ABOUT MOLD. M o l d i s fo u n d v ir t u a lly e v e r y w h e r e in o u r as in mac ines, de umidifiers, refri erator or A/ drip
e n v ir o n m e n t— b o th in d o o r s a n d o u td o o r s a n d in b o th n e w pans or clo ed up A/ condensation lines
a n d o ld s t r u c t u r e s . M o ld s a r e n a t u r a lly o c c u r r in g m ic r o s c o p ic
o r g a n is m s w h ic h r e p r o d u c e b y s p o r e s a n d h a v e e x is te d • lea s from plumbin lines or fi tures, and lea s into alls
p r a c t ic a lly fr o m t h e b e g in n in g o f tim e . A ll o f u s h a v e liv e d from bad or missin routin /caul in around s o ers,
w it h m o ld s p o r e s a ll o u r liv e s . W it h o u t m o ld s w e w o u ld a ll tubs or sin s
b e s t r u g g lin g w it h la r g e a m o u n ts o f d e a d o r g a n ic m a t t e r . • as in mac ine ose lea s, plant aterin o erflo s, pet
M o ld b r e a k s d o w n o r g a n ic m a t t e r in t h e e n v ir o n m e n t a n d u r in e , c o o k in g s p ills , b e v e r a g e s p ills a n d s te a m fr o m
u s e s t h e e n d p r o d u c t fo r it s fo o d . M o ld s p o r e s ( lik e p la n t e cessi e open pot coo in
p o lle n ) s p r e a d t h r o u g h t h e a ir a n d a r e c o m m o n ly t r a n s p o r t e d • le a k s fr o m c lo t h e s d r y e r d is c h a r g e v e n t s (w h ic h c a n p u t
b y s h o e s , c lo t h in g a n d o t h e r m a t e r ia ls . W h e n e x c e s s m o is t u r e lots of moisture into t e air and
is p r e s e n t in s id e a d w e llin g , m o ld c a n g r o w . A 2 0 0 4 F e d e r a l
• insufficient dryin of carpets, carpet pads, s o er alls
C e n t e r s fo r D is e a s e C o n t r o l a n d P r e v e n t io n s t u d y fo u n d t h a t
and bat room floors.
t ere is currently no scientific e idence t at t e accumulation
of mold causes any si nificant ealt ris s for person it 6. IF SMALL AREAS OF MOLD HAVE ALREADY OCCURRED
n o r m a lly fu n c t io n in g im m u n e s y s t e m s . N o n e t h e le s s , ON NON-POROUS SURFACES ( s u c h a s c e r a m i c t i l e , f o r m i c a ,
a p p r o p r ia t e p r e c a u t io n s n e e d t o b e t a k e n . inyl floorin , metal, ood or plastic , t e federal
E n v ir o n m e n t a l P r o t e c t io n A g e n c y ( E P A ) r e c o m m e n d s t h a t
4. PREVENTING MOLD BEGINS WITH YOU. I n o r d e r t o
you first clean t e areas it soap or deter ent and ater,
m in im iz e t h e p o t e n t ia l fo r m o ld g r o w t h in y o u r d w e llin g , y o u
le t t h e s u r fa c e d r y , a n d t h e n w it h in 2 4 h o u r s a p p ly a p r e -m ix e d ,
m u s t d o t h e fo llo w in g :
s p r a y - o n -t y p e h o u s e h o ld b io c id e , s u c h a s L y s o l D is in fe c t a n t ® ,
• K e e p y o u r d w e llin g c le a n — p a r t ic u la r ly t h e k itc h e n , t h e P in e -S o l D is in fe c t a n t ® (o r ig in a l p in e -s c e n t e d ) , T ile x M ild e w
bat room s , carpets and floors. e ular acuumin , R e m o v e r ® o r C lo r o x C le a n u p ® . ( N o t e : O n ly a fe w o f t h e
m o p p in g a n d u s in g a h o u s e h o ld c le a n e r t o c le a n h a r d c o m m o n h o u s e h o ld c le a n e r s w ill a c t u a lly k ill m o ld ) . T ile x ®
s u r fa c e s is im p o r ta n t to r e m o v e th e h o u s e h o ld d ir t a n d a n d C lo r o x ® c o n t a in b le a c h w h ic h c a n d is c o lo r o r s t a in .
d e b r is t h a t h a r b o r m o ld o r fo o d fo r m o ld . Im m e d ia t e ly t h r o w Be sure to follow the instructions on the container.
a w a y m o ld y fo o d . Applyin biocides it out first cleanin a ay t e dirt and
• R e m o v e v is ib le m o is t u r e a c c u m u la t io n o n w in d o w s , w a lls , o ils fr o m t h e s u r fa c e is lik e p a in t in g o v e r o ld p a in t w it h o u t
ceilin s, floors and ot er surfaces as soon as reasonably first cleanin and preparin t e surface.
p o s s ib le . L o o k fo r le a k s in w a s h in g m a c h in e h o s e s a n d A lw a y s c le a n a n d a p p ly a b io c id e t o a n a r e a 5 o r 6 t im e s la r g e r
d is c h a r g e lin e s — e s p e c ia lly if t h e le a k is la r g e e n o u g h fo r th a n a n y v is ib le m o ld b e c a u s e m o ld m a y b e a d ja c e n t in
ater to infiltrate nearby alls. urn on any e aust fans q u a n t it ie s n o t y e t v is ib le t o t h e n a k e d e y e . A v a c u u m c le a n e r
i n t h e b a t h r o o m a n d k i t c h e n before y o u s t a r t s h o w e r i n g o r it a i efficiency particulate air A filter can be

© 2 0 1 9 , N a t io n a l A p a r t m e n t A s s o c ia t io n , In c . - 2 / 2 0 1 9 , M a r y la n d P a g e 1 o f 2
 u s e d t o h e lp r e m o v e n o n -v is ib le m o ld p r o d u c t s fr o m p o r o u s 9. SPECIAL PROVISIONS. T h e f o l l o w i n g s p e c i a l p r o v i s i o n s
items, suc as fibers in sofas, c airs, drapes and carpets control o er conflictin pro isions of t is printed form
pro ided t e fibers are completely dry. Mac ine as in or
d r y c le a n in g w ill r e m o v e m o ld fr o m c lo t h e s .

7. DO NOT CLEAN OR APPLY BIOCIDES TO: (1 ) v is ib le m o ld

o n p o r o u s s u r fa c e s , s u c h a s s h e e tr o c k w a lls o r c e ilin g s ,o r (2 )
la r g e a r e a s o f v is ib le m o ld o n n o n -p o r o u s s u r fa c e s . In s te a d ,
n o t ify u s in w r it in g , a n d w e w ill t a k e a p p r o p r ia te a c t io n .

8. COMPLIANCE. C o m p l y i n g w i t h t h i s a d d e n d u m w i l l h e l p
p r e v e n t m o ld g r o w t h in y o u r d w e llin g , a n d b o t h y o u a n d w e
w ill b e a b le t o r e s p o n d c o r r e c t ly if p r o b le m s d e v e lo p t h a t
c o u ld le a d t o m o ld g r o w t h . If y o u h a v e q u e s t io n s r e g a r d in g
t is addendum, please contact us at t e mana ement office
o r a t th e p h o n e n u m b e r s h o w n in y o u r L e a s e C o n tr a c t.
If you fail to comply with this Addendum, you can be held
responsible for property damage to the dwelling and any
health problems that may result. We can’t fix problems
in your dwelling unless we know about them.

Resident or Residents Owner or Owner’s Representative

(All residents must sign here) (Signs here)

Date of Lease Contract

December 4, 2021

Maryland/National Apartment Association Official Form, February 2019

P a g e 2 o f 2 © 2019, National Apartment Association, Inc.
 LEASE CONTRACT BUY-OUT AGREEMENT

1. DWELLING UNIT DESCRIPTION. 6. SHOWING UNIT TO PROSPECTIVE RESIDENTS.  After you

Unit No. ,
901-203 901 Primrose give us notice of buy-out, the Lease Contract gives us the right
Rd 203 to begin showing your unit to prospective residents and telling
 (street address) in them it will be available immediately after your new
 Annapolis termination date.
(city), Maryland,  21403 (zip code). 7. COMPLIANCE ESSENTIAL.  Our deposit of all amounts due
2. LEASE CONTRACT DESCRIPTION. under paragraphs 4(f) and 4(g) constitutes our approval of
Lease Contract Date: December 4, 2021 the new termination date stated in your notice of buy-out. If
Owner’s name: DM Investments, LLC you fail to comply with any of the procedures or requirements
 in this agreement after we deposit such monies, your buy-out
 right and this agreement will be voided automatically; and
 (1) any amounts you have paid under this agreement will
 become part of your security deposit, and (2) the lease will
Residents (list all residents): continue without buy-out. Then, if you move out early, you
Edwin G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De are subject to all lease remedies, including reletting fees and
Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules, Ana liability for all rents for the remainder of the original lease
Maria Villanueva Flores term.
 8. MISCELLANEOUS.  If moving out by the new termination
 date becomes a problem for you, contact us. An extension may
 be possible if we have not already relet the dwelling unit to a
 successor resident. We and any successor residents who may
 be leasing your unit will be relying on your moving out on or
 before the new termination date. Therefore, you may not hold
 over beyond such date without our written consent—even if
 it means you have to make plans for temporary lodging
 elsewhere. “Default” as used in paragraphs 4(c) and 4(d) of
3. PURPOSE OF AGREEMENT.  The purpose of this Buy-Out this agreement means default as defined in the Lease Contract.
Agreement is to give you the right to buy out of your Lease You will continue to be liable for any damages and any sums
Contract early—subject to any special provisions in paragraph accruing and unpaid prior to the new termination date.
9 below. In order to buy out early, your notice must be signed 9. SPECIAL PROVISIONS.  Your right of buy-out (check one)
by all residents listed in paragraph 1 of the Lease Contract   is or   
X is not limited to a particular fact situation. If
and you must comply with all provisions of this Buy-Out limited, buy-out may be exercised only if the following facts
Agreement. (see below) occur and any described documents are furnished
4. BUY-OUT PROCEDURES.  You may buy out of the Lease to us. Any special provisions below will supersede any
Contract prior to the end of the lease term and cut off all conflicting provision of this printed agreement. Any false
liability for paying rent for the remainder of the lease term if statements or documents presented to us regarding buy-out
all of the following occur:  will automatically void your right to buy-out of the Lease
Contract. The special provisions are:
(a) you give us written notice of buy-out at least  30 days
prior to the new termination date (i.e., your new move-out 
date), which (check one)   X must be the last day of a 
month or    may be during a month; 
(b) you specify the new termination date in the notice, i.e., 
the date by which you’ll move out; 
(c) you are not in default under the Lease Contract on the 
date you give us the notice of buy-out; 
(d) you are not in default under the Lease Contract on the 
new termination date (move-out date); 
(e) you move out on or before the new termination date and 
do not hold over; 
(f) you pay us a buy-out fee (consideration) of $ 4042.00 ; 
(g) you pay us the amount of any concessions you received 
when signing the Lease Contract; and 
(h) you comply with any special provisions in paragraph 9 
below. 

5. WHEN PAYABLE.  The buy-out fee in paragraph 4(f) is due 
and payable no later than
30 days after you give us your 
buy-out notice. The total dollar amount of any concessions 
regarding rent or other monetary lease obligations for the
entire lease term is $ and is due payable on the
same day as the buy-out fee, subject to any special provisions
in paragraph 9 regarding the amount, calculation method, or
payment date.

Resident or Residents Owner or Owner’s Representative

(All residents must sign) (Signs below)

 
 Date of Lease Contract

 December 4, 2021


 © 2019, National Apartment Association, Inc. - 2/2019, Maryland
 COMMUNITY POLICIES, RULES AND REGULATIONS
ADDENDUM

This addendum is incorporated into the Lease Contract (the “Lease”) identified below and is in addition to all the terms and conditions
contained in the Lease. If any terms of this Addendum conflict with the Lease, the terms of this Addendum shall be controlling:

Property Owner: DM Investments, LLC



Resident(s): Edwin G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules,
Ana Maria Villanueva Flores




Unit No:/Address: #901-203, 901 Primrose Rd 203, Annapolis, MD 21403

Lease Date: 12/04/2021

I.  ENERAL CONDITIONS FOR USE OF DWELLING PROPERTY AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES. 

G
Resident(s) permission for use of all common areas, Resident amenities, and recreational facilities (together, “Amenities”)
located at the Dwelling Community is a privilege and license granted by Owner, and not a contractual right except as otherwise
provided for in the Lease. Such permission is expressly conditioned upon Resident’s adherence to the terms of the Lease, this
Addendum, and the Community rules and regulations (“Rules”) in effect at any given time, and such permission may be
revoked by Owner at any time for any lawful reason. In all cases, the most strict terms of either the Lease, this Addendum,
or the Community Rules shall control. Owner reserves the right to set the days and hours of use for all Amenities and to
change the character of or close any Amenity based upon the needs of Owner and in Owner’s sole and absolute discretion,
without notice, obligation or recompense of any nature to Resident. Owner and management may make changes to the Rules
for use of any Amenity at any time.

II. POOL. This Community  DOES;  DOES

X NOT have a pool. When using the pool, Resident(s) agrees to the following:
• Residents and guests will adhere to the rules and regulations posted in the pool area and Management policies.
• All Swimmers swim at their own risk. Unless otherwise prohibited by law, Owner is not responsible for accidents or injuries.
• For their safety, Residents should not swim alone.
• Pool hours are posted at the pool.
• No glass, pets, or alcoholic beverages are permitted in the pool area. Use paper or plastic containers only.
• Proper swimming attire is required at all times and a swimsuit “cover up” should be worn to and from the pool.
• No running or rough activities are allowed in the pool area. Respect others by minimizing noise, covering pool furniture
with a towel when using suntan oils, leaving pool furniture in pool areas, disposing of trash, and keeping pool gates closed.
• Resident(s) must accompany their guests.
• Resident(s) must notify Owner any time there is a problem or safety hazard at the pool.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY DIAL 911

III. FITNESS CENTER. This Community  DOES;  DOES

X NOT have a fitness center. When using the fitness center, Resident
agrees to the following:
• Residents and guests will adhere to the rules and regulations posted in the fitness center and Management policies.
• The Fitness Center is not supervised. Resident(s) are solely responsible for their own appropriate use of equipment.
• Resident(s) shall carefully inspect each piece of equipment prior to Resident’s use and shall refrain from using any equipment
that may be functioning improperly or that may be damaged or dangerous.
• Resident(s) shall immediately report to Management any equipment that is not functioning properly, is damaged or appears
dangerous, as well any other person’s use that appears to be dangerous or in violation of Management Rules and Policies.
• Resident(s) shall consult a physician before using any equipment in the Fitness Center and before participating in any
aerobics or exercise class, and will refrain from such use or participation unless approved by Resident’s physician.
• Resident(s) will keep Fitness Center locked at all times during Resident’s visit to the Fitness Center.
• Resident(s) will not admit any person to the Fitness Center who has not registered with the Management Office.
• Resident(s) must accompany guests, and no glass, smoking, eating, alcoholic beverages, pets, or black sole shoes are
permitted in the Fitness Center.

Card # issued: (1) (3) (5)

187-35033
(2) (4) (6)

IV. PACKAGE RELEASE. This Community q DOES; q

X  DOES NOT accept packages on behalf of Residents.
For communities that do accept packages on behalf of its Residents: 
Resident(s) gives Owner permission to sign and accept any parcels or letters sent to Resident(s) through UPS, Federal Express,
Airborne, United States Postal Service or the like. Resident agrees that Owner does not accept responsibility or liability for
any lost, damaged, or unordered deliveries, and agrees to hold Owner harmless for the same.

V. BUSINESS CENTER. This Community  DOES;  DOES

X NOT have a business center.
Resident(s) agrees to use the business center at Resident(s) sole risk and according to the Rules and Regulations posted in
the business center and Management policies. Owner is not responsible for data, files, programs or any other information
lost or damaged on Business Center computers or in the Business Center for any reason. No software may be loaded on
Business Center computers without the written approval of Community Management. No inappropriate, offensive, or
pornographic images or files (in the sole judgment of Owner) will be viewed or loaded onto the Business Center computers
at any time. Residents will limit time on computers to
30 minutes if others are waiting to use them. Smoking,
eating, alcoholic beverages, pets, and any disturbing behavior are prohibited in the business center.

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VI.  UTOMOBILES/BOATS/RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. The following policies are in addition to those in the Lease, and may
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be modified by the additional rules in effect at the Community at any given time:
• Only vehicle per licensed Resident is allowed.
• All vehicles must be registered at the Management office.
• A ny vehicle(s) not registered, considered abandoned, or violating the Lease, this Addendum, or the Community Rules, in
the sole judgment of Management, will be towed at the vehicle owner’s expense after a
72 hour notice is placed
on the vehicle.
• Notwithstanding this, any vehicle illegally parked in a fire lane, designated no parking space or handicapped space, or
blocking an entrance, exit, driveway, dumpster, or parked illegally in a designated parking space, will immediately be
towed, without notice, at the vehicle owner’s expense.
• The washing of vehicles is not permitted on the property unless specifically allowed in designated area.
• Any on property repairs and/or maintenance of any vehicle must be with the prior written permission of the Management.
• Recreational vehicles, boats or trailers may only be parked on the property with Management’s permission (in Management’s
sole discretion), and must be registered with the Management Office and parked in the area(s) designated by Management.

VII. FIRE HAZARDS. In order to minimize fire hazards and comply with applicable law, Resident shall comply with the following:
• Residents and guests will adhere to the Community rules and regulations and other Management policies concerning fire
hazards, which may be revised from time to time.
• No person shall knowingly maintain a fire hazard.
• G rills, Barbeques, and any other outdoor cooking or open flame devices will be used only on the ground level and
will be placed a minimum of
35 feet from any building. Such devices will not be used close to combustible
materials, tall grass or weeds, on exterior walls or on roofs, indoors, on balconies or patios, or in other locations which
may cause fires.
• Fireplaces: Only firewood is permitted in the fireplace. No artificial substances, such as Duraflame® logs are permitted.
Ashes must be disposed of in metal containers, after ensuring the ashes are cold.
• F lammable or combustible liquids and fuels shall not be used or stored (including stock for sale) in dwellings, near exits,
stairways, breezeways, or areas normally used for the ingress and egress of people. This includes motorcycles and any
apparatus or engine using flammable or combustible liquid as fuel.
• No person shall block or obstruct any exit, aisle, passageway, hallway or stairway leading to or from any structure.
• Resident(s) are solely responsible for fines or penalties caused by their actions in violation of local fire protection codes.

VIII. E XTERMINATING. Unless prohibited by statute or otherwise stated in the Lease, Owner may conduct extermination
operations in Residents’ dwelling several times a year and as needed to prevent insect infestation. Owner will notify Residents
in advance of extermination in Residents’ Dwelling, and give Resident instructions for the preparation of the Dwelling and
safe contact with insecticides. Residents will be responsible to prepare the Dwelling for extermination in accordance with
Owner’s instructions. If Residents are unprepared for a scheduled treatment date Owner will prepare Residents’ dwelling
and charge Residents accordingly. Residents must request extermination treatment in addition to those regularly provided
by Owner in writing. Residents agree to perform the tasks required by Owner on the day of interior extermination
to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the extermination. These tasks will include, but are not limited to, the
following:
• Clean in all cabinets, drawers and closets in kitchen and pantry.
• If roaches have been seen in closets, remove contents from shelves and floor.
• Remove infants and young children from the dwelling.
• Remove pets or place them in bedrooms, and notify Owner of such placement.
• Remove chain locks or other types of obstruction on day of service.
• Cover fish tanks and turn off their air pumps.
• Do not wipe out cabinets after treatment.
In the case of suspected or confirmed bed bug infestation, resident will agree to the following:
• Resident will wash all clothing, bed sheets, draperies, towels, etc. in extremely hot water.
• Resident will thoroughly clean, off premises, all luggage, handbags, shoes and clothes hanging containers.
• Resident will cooperate with Owner’s cleaning efforts for all mattresses and seat cushions or other upholstered furniture,
and will dispose of same if requested.

RESIDENTS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE TO NOTIFY OWNER IN WRITING PRIOR TO

EXTERMINATION OF ANY ANTICIPATED HEALTH OR SAFETY CONCERNS RELATED TO
EXTERMINATION AND THE USE OF INSECTICIDES

IX.  RAPES AND SHADES. Drapes or shades installed by Resident, when allowed, must be lined in white and present a uniform
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exterior appearance.

X. WATER BEDS. Resident shall not have water beds or other water furniture in the dwelling without prior written permission
of Owner.

XI.  ALCONY or PATIO. Balconies and patios shall be kept neat and clean at all times. No rugs, towels, laundry, clothing,
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appliances or other items shall be stored, hung or draped on railings or other portions of balconies or patios. No misuse of
the space is permitted, including but not limited to, throwing, spilling or pouring liquids or other items, whether intentionally
or negligently, over the balconies or patios.

XII. SIGNS. Resident shall not display any signs, exterior lights or markings on dwelling. No awnings or other projections shall
be attached to the outside of the building of which dwelling is a part.

XIII. SATELLITE DISHES/ANTENNAS. You must complete a satellite addendum and abide by its terms prior to installation or
use.

XIV. WAIVER/SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. No waiver of any provision herein, or in any Community rules and regulations, shall
be effective unless granted by the Owner in a signed and dated writing. If any court of competent jurisdiction finds that any
clause, phrase, or provision of this Part is invalid for any reason whatsoever, this finding shall not effect the validity of the
remaining portions of this addendum, the Lease Contract or any other addenda to the Lease Contract.

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XV. SPECIAL PROVISIONS. The following special provisions control over conflicting provisions of this printed form:

Resident agrees to notify Management of any flaking or chipping paint found either on
the inside or outside of the Premises.











I have read, understand and agree to comply with the preceding provisions.

 12/04/2021 
Resident Date Resident Date

 12/04/2021 
Resident Date Resident Date

 
Resident Date Resident Date

 
Owner Representative Date

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 LEASE ADDENDUM
LIABILITY INSURANCE REQUIRED OF RESIDENT

1. DWELLING UNIT DESCRIPTION. for property and $

100000.00 for personal liability,
Unit No. ,
901-203 901 Primrose Rd 203 from a carrier with an AM Best rating of A-VII or better,
 licensed to do business in Maryland. The carrier is required
 (street address) in to provide notice to us within 30 days of any cancellation,
 Annapolis non-renewal, or material change in your coverage. We retain
(city), Maryland,  21403 (zip code). the right to hold you responsible for any loss in excess of your
insurance coverage.
2. LEASE CONTRACT DESCRIPTION.
Lease Contract Date: December 4, 2021 5. We may provide you with information of an insurance
Owner’s name: DM Investments, LLC program that we make available to residents, which
 provides you with an opportunity to buy renter’s insurance
 from a preferred company. However, you are free to
 contract for the required insurance with a provider of
 your choosing.
Residents (list all residents):
6. SUBROGATION ALLOWED.  You and we agree that
Edwin G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De subrogation is allowed by all parties and that this agreement
Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules, Ana supersedes any language to the contrary in the Lease Contract.
Maria Villanueva Flores
 7. YOUR INSURANCE COVERAGE.  You have purchased the
 required personal liability insurance from the insurance
 company of your choosing listed below that is licensed to do
 business in this state, and have provided us with written
 proof of this insurance prior to the execution and
 commencement of the Lease Contract. You will provide
 additional proof of insurance in the future at our request.

Insurance Company: EPremium


This Addendum constitutes an Addendum to the above
described Lease Contract for the above described premises, 8. DEFAULT.  Any default under the terms of this Addendum
and is hereby incorporated into and made a part of such Lease shall be deemed an immediate, material and incurable default
Contract. Where the terms or conditions found in this under the terms of the Lease Contract, and we shall be entitled
Addendum vary or contradict any terms or conditions found to exercise all rights and remedies under the law.
in the Lease Contract, this Addendum shall control.
9. MISCELLANEOUS.  Except as specifically stated in this
3. ACKNOWLEDGMENT CONCERNING INSURANCE OR Addendum, all other terms and conditions of the Lease
DAMAGE WAIVER. You acknowledge that we do not Contract shall remain unchanged. In the event of any conflict
maintain insurance to protect you against personal injury, between the terms of this Addendum and the terms of the
loss or damage to your personal property or belongings, or Lease Contract, the terms of this Addendum shall control.
to cover your own liability for injury, loss or damage you (or
your occupants or guests or the guest of any occupants) may 10. SPECIAL PROVISIONS:
cause others. You also acknowledge that by not maintaining 
your own policy of personal liability insurance, you may be 
responsible to others (including us) for the full cost of any 
injury, loss or damage caused by your actions or the actions 
of your occupants or guests or the guest of any occupants. 
You understand that the Insurance paragraph of the Lease 
Contract requires you to maintain a liability insurance policy, 
which provides limits of liability to third parties in an amount 
not less than $  100000.00 per occurrence. You 
understand and agree to maintain at all times during the Term 
of the Lease Contract and any renewal periods a policy of 
personal liability insurance satisfying the requirements listed 
below, at your sole expense. 

4. REQUIRED POLICY.  You are required to purchase and 
maintain personal liability insurance covering you, your 
occupants and guests and the guest of any occupants, for 
personal injury and property damage any of you cause to third 
parties (including damage to our property), naming the owner 
as an insured in the minimum amount of $  5000.00 

I have read, understand and agree to comply with the preceding provisions.

Resident or Residents Owner or Owner’s Representative

(All residents must sign here) (Signs here)

 

 Date of Lease Contract

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 NO-SMOKING ADDENDUM
D ate: December 4, 2021
(when this Addendum is filled out)
All use of any tobacco product involving smoking, burning, or combustion of tobacco is prohibited in any portion of the apartment
community. You are entitled to receive an original of this No-Smoking Addendum after it is fully signed. Keep it in a safe place.
1. DWELLING UNIT DESCRIPTION.
U nit No. 901-203 , 901 Primrose
Rd 203
(street address) in
Annapolis
(city), Maryland, 21403 (zip code).
2. LEASE CONTRACT DESCRIPTION.
L ease C ontract D ate: December 4, 2021
O w ner’ s name: DM Investments, LLC
R esidents (list all residents):
Edwin G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De
Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules, Ana
Maria Villanueva Flores
T h is Addendu m constitu tes an Addendu m to th e ab ov e
describ ed L ease C ontract f or th e ab ov e describ ed premises,
and is h ereb y incorporated into and made a part of su ch L ease
C ontract. W h ere th e terms or conditions f ou nd in th is
Addendu m v ary or contradict any terms or conditions f ou nd
in th e L ease C ontract, th is Addendu m sh all control.
3. DEFINITION OF SMOKING. S mok ing ref ers to any u se or
possession of a cig ar, cig arette, e-cig arette, h ook ah , v aporiz er,
or pipe containing tob acco or a tob acco produ ct w h ile th at
tob acco or tob acco produ ct is b u rning , lig h ted, v aporiz ed, or
ig nited, reg ardless of w h eth er th e person u sing or possessing
th e produ ct is inh aling or ex h aling th e smok e f rom su ch
produ ct. T h e term tob acco inclu des, b u t is not limited to any
f orm, compou nd, or synth esis of th e plant of th e g enu s
Nicotiana or th e species N. tab acu m w h ich is cu ltiv ated f or
its leav es to b e u sed in cig arettes, cig ars, e-cig arettes, h ook ah s,
v aporiz ers, or pipes. S mok ing also ref ers to u se or possession
of b u rning , lig h ted, v aporiz ed, or ig nited non-tob acco produ cts
if th ey are nox iou s, of f ensiv e, u nsaf e, u nh ealth y, or irritating
to oth er persons.
4. SMOKING ANYWHERE INSIDE BUILDINGS OF THE
APARTMENT COMMUNITY IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
All f orms and u se of b u rning , lig h ted, v aporiz ed, or ig nited
tob acco produ cts and smok ing of tob acco produ cts inside any
dw elling , b u ilding , or interior of any portion of th e apartment
commu nity is strictly proh ib ited. Any v iolation of th e no-
smok ing policy is a material and su b stantial v iolation of th is
Addendu m and th e L ease C ontract.
T h e proh ib ition on u se of any b u rning , lig h ted, v aporiz ed, or
ig nited tob acco produ cts or smok ing of any tob acco produ cts
ex tends to all residents, th eir occu pants, g u ests, inv itees and
all oth ers w h o are present on or in any portion of th e apartment
commu nity. T h e no-smok ing policy and ru les ex tend to, b u t
are not limited to, the management and leasing offices, building
interiors and h allw ays, b u ilding common areas, dw elling s,
clu b h ou se, ex ercise or spa f acility, tennis cou rts, all interior
areas of th e apartment commu nity, commercial sh ops,
b u sinesses, and spaces, w ork areas, and all oth er spaces
w h eth er in th e interior of th e apartment commu nity or in th e
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enclosed spaces on th e su rrou nding commu nity g rou nds.
S mok ing of non-tob acco produ cts w h ich are h armf u l to th e
h ealth , saf ety, and w elf are of oth er residents inside any
dw elling or b u ilding is also proh ib ited b y th is Addendu m and
oth er prov isions of th e L ease C ontract.
5. SMOKING OUTSIDE BUILDINGS OF THE APARTMENT
COMMUNITY. S mok ing is permitted only in specially
desig nated areas ou tside th e b u ilding s of th e apartment
commu nity. S mok ing mu st b e at least 25 f eet f rom th e
b u ilding s in th e apartment commu nity, inclu ding
administrative office buildings. If the previous field is not
completed, smok ing is only permitted at least 25 f eet f rom
th e b u ilding s in th e apartment commu nity, inclu ding
administrative office buildings. The smoking-permissible
areas are mark ed b y sig nag e.
S mok ing on b alconies, patios, and limited common areas
attach ed to or ou tside of you r dw elling  is 
X is not
permitted.
T h e f ollow ing ou tside areas of th e commu nity may b e u sed
f or smok ing :
E v en th ou g h smok ing may b e permitted in certain limited
ou tside areas, w e reserv e th e rig h t to direct th at you and you r
occu pants, f amily, g u ests, and inv itees cease and desist f rom
smok ing in th ose areas if smok e is entering th e dw elling s or
b u ilding s or if it is interf ering w ith th e h ealth , saf ety, or w elf are
or distu rb ing th e q u iet enj oyment, or b u siness operations of
u s, oth er residents, or g u ests.
6. YOUR RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGES AND CLEANING.
Y ou are responsib le f or payment of all costs and damag es to
you r dw elling , oth er residents’ dw elling s, or any oth er portion
of th e apartment commu nity f or repair, replacement, or
cleaning du e to smok ing or smok e related damag e cau sed b y
you or you r occu pants, f amily, g u ests, or inv itees, reg ardless
of w h eth er su ch u se w as a v iolation of th is Addendu m. Any
costs or damag es w e incu r related to repairs, replacement,
and cleaning du e to you r smok ing or du e to you r v iolation of
th e no-smok ing prov isions of th e L ease C ontract are in ex cess
of normal w ear and tear. S mok e related damag e, inclu ding
b u t not limited to, th e smell of tob acco smok e w h ich permeates
sh eetrock , carpeting , w ood, insu lation, or oth er components
of th e dw elling or b u ilding is in ex cess of normal w ear and
tear in ou r smok e f ree apartment commu nity.
7. YOUR RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OF RENTAL INCOME
AND ECONOMIC DAMAGES REGARDING OTHER RESIDENTS.
Y ou are responsib le f or payment of all lost rental income or
other economic and financial damages or loss to us due to
smok ing or smok e related damag e cau sed b y you or you r
occu pants, f amily, g u ests, or inv itees w h ich resu lts in or cau ses
oth er residents to v acate th eir dw elling s, resu lts in disru ption
of oth er residents’ q u iet enj oyment, or adv ersely af f ects oth er
residents’ or occu pants’ h ealth , saf ety, or w elf are.
8. LEASE CONTRACT TERMINATION FOR VIOLATION OF
THIS ADDENDUM. W e h av e th e rig h t to terminate you r
L ease C ontract or rig h t of occu pancy of th e dw elling f or any
v iolation of th is No-S mok ing Addendu m. V iolation of th e no-
smok ing prov isions is a material and su b stantial def au lt or
v iolation of th e L ease C ontract. D espite th e termination of
th e L ease C ontract or you r occu pancy, you w ill remain
liab le f or rent th rou g h th e end of th e L ease C ontract term or
th e date on w h ich th e dw elling is re-rented to a new occu pant,
whichever comes first. Therefore, you may be responsible for
payment of rent af ter you v acate th e leased premises ev en
th ou g h you are no long er liv ing in th e dw elling .
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9. EXTENT OF YOUR LIABILITY FOR LOSSES DUE TO SMOKING. 12. SPECIAL PROVISIONS. T h e f ollow ing special prov isions
Y ou r responsib ility f or damag es, cleaning , loss of rental control over conflicting provisions of this printed form:
income, and loss of oth er economic damag es u nder th is No-
S mok ing Addendu m are in addition to, and not in lieu of , you r
responsib ility f or any oth er damag es or loss u nder th e L ease
C ontract or any oth er addendu m.

10. YOUR RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONDUCT OF OCCUPANTS,

FAMILY MEMBERS, AND GUESTS. Y ou are responsib le
f or commu nicating th is commu nity’ s no-smok ing policy
and f or ensu ring compliance w ith th is Addendu m b y you r
occu pants, f amily, g u ests, and inv itees.

11. THERE IS NO WARR ANTY OF A SMOKE FREE

ENVIRONMENT. Alth ou g h w e proh ib it smok ing in all
interior parts of th e apartment commu nity, th ere is no
w arranty or g u aranty of any k ind th at you r dw elling or th e
apartment commu nity is smok e f ree. S mok ing in certain
limited ou tside areas is allow ed as prov ided ab ov e.
E nf orcement of ou r no-smok ing policy is a j oint responsib ility
w h ich req u ires you r cooperation in reporting incidents or
su spected v iolations of smok ing . Y ou mu st report v iolations
of ou r no-smok ing policy b ef ore w e are ob lig ated to
inv estig ate and act, and you mu st th ereaf ter cooperate w ith
u s in prosecu tion of su ch v iolations.
T h is is an important and b inding leg al docu ment. B y sig ning
th is Addendu m you are ack now ledg ing th at a v iolation cou ld
lead to termination of you r L ease C ontract or rig h t to continu e
living in the dwelling. If you or someone in your household
is a smok er, you sh ou ld caref u lly consider w h eth er you w ill
b e ab le to ab ide b y th e terms of th is Addendu m.

Resident or Residents Owner or Owner’s Representative

(All residents must sign here) (Signs here)

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 STATE OF MARYLAND RESIDENT PARKING ADDENDUM

Date:  December 4, 2021

(when this Addendum is filled out)

1. DWELLING UNIT DESCRIPTION. 10. You understand that we will not be held liable for any
Unit No. , 901-203 901 Primrose damage or theft that may occur while your vehicle(s) is parked

Rd 203 on any part of the property. Upon signing this agreement
 (street address) in you knowingly accept the risk of parking any vehicle(s) on
 Annapolis the property.
(city), Maryland,  21403 (zip code).
11. Any action by you, any occupant, guest, or visitor that violates
2. LEASE CONTRACT DESCRIPTION. this addendum shall constitute a violation of the Lease
Lease Contract Date: December 4, 2021 Contract.
Owner’s name: DM Investments, LLC
 12. At such time as a judgement for possession is entered and
 executed upon you, or at such time as you shall vacate the
 leased premises or terminate your lease, your right to park
 any vehicle in any space shall immediately terminate and
Residents (list all residents): you shall immediately remove all vehicles form the property
parking areas. If you fail to remove your vehicle(s), we shall
Edwin G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De tow the vehicle(s) at your expense. You agree that we shall
Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules, Ana not be liable to you for damages related to the physical towing
Maria Villanueva Flores nor any consequential damages you may incur through loss
 of use of the vehicle(s).

 COST FOR PARKING:

 Resident agrees to pay a onetime fee of $  per
 vehicle on or before the day of ,
 . In alternative resident agrees to pay
 $ monthly per vehicle due on or before the
 day of the month. If no amount is filled in parking
shall be free for properly registered and authorized vehicles.
The term of this Parking Addendum is as follows:
Begins on
December 30th , 2021
and Resident understands and accepts that all-parking rights
ending on
December 31st , 2022 . and privileges will immediately be revoked in the case that
Resident is
5 days delinquent in paying the required
This Addendum constitutes an Addendum to the above
parking fee.
described Lease Contract for the above described premises,
and is hereby incorporated into and made a part of such Lease Resident agrees to pay $
35.00 NSF fee for all checks
Contract. Where the terms or conditions found in this returned for non-sufficient funds.
Addendum vary or contradict any terms or conditions found
in the Lease Contract, this Addendum shall control. VEHICLE INFORMATION:

RESIDENT AND OWNER AGREE AS FOLLOWS: Vehicle 1

Make: Toyota
3. You agree to properly register all vehicles with management. Model & Year: Corolla 2018
If you get a new or replacement vehicle you must notify us State: MD

and complete a revised agreement. License Plate: 4DS6620
Permit Number: 0434
4. If you are provided with a parking tag or sticker it must be Phone Number: (443) 275-8111
properly installed and displayed on windshield . Parking Space: 
5. Unless your vehicle(s) has been assigned a specific space(s) Vehicle 2
you may park in any available space(s) in the parking areas, Make: Chevorlet
with the exception of spaces reserved for a particular use or Model & Year: 2003
any marked handicap space, unless you posses a government State: MD

issued handicap decal or similar signage. License Plate: 8CC1463
Permit Number: 0435
6. If you are assigned a specific parking space(s) we shall assign Phone Number: (443) 275-8111
you the space(s) and retain the right to change assigned spaces Parking Space: 
at our sole discretion.
Vehicle 3
7. You understand and accept that we have the right at any time, Make: 
without notice, to tow unauthorized or non-registered vehicles Model & Year: 
from any parking space on the property. State: 
8. You agree to use parking spaces in accord with the terms of License Plate: 
the Lease and Community Rules. Permit Number: 
Phone Number: 
9. Any vehicles which are improperly parked or are in violation Parking Space: 
of this addendum, the terms of the Lease or Community Rules
will be towed at your expense. You agree that we shall not be
liable to you for damages related to the physical towing nor
any consequential damages you may incur through loss of
use of the vehicle(s).

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13. SPECIAL PROVISIONS:
1. If permitted, RVs, Trailers, Boats and
Motorcycles must be parked in the area
designated by Management.























Resident or Residents Owner or Owner’s Representative

(All residents must sign) (Signs below)

 

 Date of Signing Addendum

 


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 ADDENDUM REGARDING
SHORT-TERM SUBLETTING OR RENTAL
1. DWELLING UNIT DESCRIPTION.
Unit No. 901-203 , 901 Primrose
Rd 203
(street address) in
Annapolis
(city), Maryland, 21403 (zip code).
2. LEASE CONTRACT DESCRIPTION.
Lease Contract Date: December 4, 2021
Owner’s name: DM Investments, LLC
Residents (list all residents):
Edwin G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De
Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules, Ana
Maria Villanueva Flores
This Addendum constitutes an Addendum to the above
described Lease Contract for the above described premises,
and is hereby incorporated into and made a part of such Lease
Contract. Where the terms or conditions found in this
Addendum vary or contradict any terms or conditions found
in the Lease Contract, this Addendum shall control.
3. SHORT TERM SUBLEASE OR RENTING. You hereby agree
not to sublet or rent to any third party, or allowing occupancy
by any third party, of all or any portion of the dwelling, whether
for an overnight use or duration of any length, without our
prior written consent in each instance which we shall not
unreasonably withhold. This prohibition applies to overnight
stays or any other stays arranged on Airbnb.com or other
similar internet sites.
4. PROHIBITION ON LISTING OR ADVERTISING DWELLING
ON OVERNIGHT SUBLETTING OR RENTING WEBSITES.
You agree not to list or advertise the dwelling as being available
for short term subletting or rental or occupancy by others on
Airbnb.com or similar internet websites. You agree that listing
or advertising the dwelling on Airbnb.com or similar internet
websites shall be a violation of this Addendum and a breach
of your Lease Contract.
5. VIOLATION OF LEASE AGREEMENT. Your Lease Contract
allows for use of your dwelling as a private residence only
and strictly prohibits conducting any kind of business in,
from, or involving your dwelling unless expressly permitted
by law. Separately, your Lease Contract prohibits subletting
or occupancy by others of the dwelling for any period of time
without our prior written consent. Permitting your dwelling
to be used for any subletting or rental or occupancy by others
Resident or Residents
(All residents must sign)
(including, without limitation, for a short term), regardless
of the value of consideration received or if no consideration
is received, is a violation and breach of this Addendum and
your Lease Contract.
6. REMEDY FOR VIOLATION. Any violation of this Addendum
constitutes a material violation of the Lease Contract, and as
such we may exercise any default remedies permitted in the
Lease Contract, including termination of your tenancy, in
accordance with local law. This clause shall not be interpreted
to restrict our rights to terminate your tenancy for any lawful
reason, or by any lawful method.
7. RESIDENT LIABILITY. You are responsible for and shall
be held liable for any and all losses, damages, and/or fines
that we incur as a result of your violations of the terms of this
Addendum or the Lease Contract. Further, you agree you are
responsible for and shall be held liable for any and all actions
of any person(s) who occupy your dwelling in violation of the
terms of this Addendum or the Lease Contract, including, but
not limited to, property damage, disturbance of other residents,
and violence or attempted violence to another person. In
accordance with applicable law, without limiting your liability
you agree we shall have the right to collect against any renter’s
or liability insurance policy maintained by you for any losses
or damages that we incur as the result of any violation of the
terms of this Addendum.
8. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Addendum or
the Lease Contract is invalid or unenforceable under applicable
law, such provision shall be ineffective to the extent of such
invalidity or unenforceability only without invalidating or
otherwise affecting the remainder of this Addendum or the
Lease Contract. The court shall interpret the lease and
provisions herein in a manner such as to uphold the valid
portions of this Addendum while preserving the intent of the
parties.
9. SPECIAL PROVISIONS. The following special provisions
control over conflicting provisions of this printed form:
Owner or Owner’s Representative
(Signs below)
Date of Signing Addendum
© 2 0 1 9 , National Apartment Association, Inc. - 2 / 2 0 1 9 , Maryland
 ADDENDUM OF SPECIAL PROVISIONS TO LEASE

_____________________ by and between DM

This Addendum to the Lease dated 12/04/2021 _________________________
Investments, LLC
________________________________________________________________________________ (“Owner”)
by its agent Cove Property Management, LLC (“Agent”) and Edwin
________________________________________
G Hercules, Maria Isabel Flores De
________________________________________________________________________________________
Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules, Ana Maria Villanueva Flores
___________________________________________________________ (“Resident”) shall be incorporated
in and made a part of the aforesaid Lease and shall be renewed and shall expire under the same terms and
conditions of the Lease. In the event of any contradiction between the terms of this Addendum and any other
Addendum or the Lease, this Addendum shall control.

Delivery Date of Premises

Management has not guaranteed a specific delivery date for the Premises, and that the Resident will only be
charged rent from the later of the commencement date specified at the beginning of this Lease or the date
Management tenders possession of the Premises to Resident.

Possession Prior to Commencement of Lease; Use of Temporary Premises

If permission is given to Resident to enter into possession of the Premises prior to the date specified for the
commencement of the term of this Lease, and/or to occupy any apartment of Management other than the
Premises at any time, Resident covenants and agrees that such occupancy shall be deemed to be under all of the
terms, covenants, rules and regulations of this Lease, with the rent provided for under this Lease to be
apportioned for such period of occupancy (as to space on a square foot basis, and as to time, on a daily basis)
unless otherwise agreed to between the parties.

Re-Entry of Premises

In the event Resident abandons the Premises or is required to vacate the Premises due to Management
exercising its rights upon Resident's breach of Lease, then Management shall have the right to enter the Premises
for the purpose of making alterations and repairs, and may relet the Premises for a term which may, at
Management's option, be less than or exceed the period which would otherwise have constituted the balance of
the term of this Lease, or any renewal or extension thereof, all without relieving the Resident of the liabilities
imposed by applicable law and this Lease. Management shall further have the right, without further notice, to
dispose of any personal property left in or about the Premises or storage area by the Resident, after the Resident
has vacated.

Cooperation with Government Authorities

Owner cooperates with government authorities including law enforcement and census takers. Owner also
assists law enforcement in entering the apartment with a warrant or without a warrant if law enforcement
asserts that it has legal grounds for a warrantless entry. Resident hereby waives any legal action against
Owner for providing information to government authorities and for allowing law enforcement to enter the
apartment.

Construction and Renovations

Resident understands and acknowledges that the apartment community, including public, common areas and
amenities, is now or in the future may be under construction or renovation (“Construction Activity”). Resident
acknowledges that this Construction Activity may cause noise, inconveniences and disturbances to Resident’s
quiet enjoyment of the apartment community. Resident further acknowledges that areas covered by the
Construction Activity may be unavailable for use by Resident and any occupants or guests. Resident hereby
waives the right to withhold rent due to noise, inconvenience or disturbance of quiet enjoyment of the
apartment community or the inability to use the public, common areas or amenities as a result of the
Construction Activity. Resident further waives the right to assert that such noise, inconvenience or disturbance
of quiet enjoyment or inability to use the public, common areas and amenities occasioned by the Construction
Activity is a breach of the Owner’s duty at any time during the Lease.
Quiet Enjoyment

The only covenant of quiet enjoyment applicable to this tenancy, express or implied, is that established by Section
8-204 of the Real Property Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland.

Security Deposit

Upon the sale or conveyance of the Property, Owner may transfer or assign any deposits to the new owner
and all of Owner’s liability for such deposits shall terminate.

Additional Rent

Notwithstanding anything herein contained to the contrary, Management may, upon mailing two (2) months’
prior written notice to Resident, increase the unpaid balance of the rental due during the term hereof, or any
renewal or extension thereof, and each unpaid monthly installment thereof, to reflect Resident’s pro rata share,
as reasonably determined by Management, of any tax, assessment, levy, fee or surcharge, including any utility
or environmental tax, assessment, levy, fee or surcharge (other than any income, excess profits, inheritance or
estate tax), assessed to Management and relating to the Premises or the rental community in which the
Premises is located, by any governmental authority where such tax, assessment, levy, fee or surcharge either
did not exist at the commencement of this Lease or the rate of such tax, assessment, levy, fee or surcharge is
increased during the term of this Lease or any renewal or extension thereof.

Military Service Notice

Is any person who is a Resident under the terms of this Lease an active duty member of the United States
military? Yes( ) If “Yes”, who? __________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________ No( X )
Resident to initial correct answer. If “yes” insert name of Resident who is an active duty member of the United
States military.

Resident must promptly notify Management in writing if any person who constitutes Resident hereunder enlists
in the United States military, is discharged from the United States military or who becomes an active duty
member of the United States military during the term of this Lease or any renewal or extension thereof.
________________________
Resident Initials

Notice of Exposure to Airborne Allergens, including Smoke, Chemicals, Perfumes and Animal
Allergens

Residents and occupants of the Apartment community hereby accept notice that they may be exposed to
airborne allergens including, but not limited to, smoke, vapors, scented chemicals, perfumes and animal
dander and fur (“Allergens”). Scented chemicals, including paint, cleaners, air fresheners, and insecticides, are
used by Owner in the apartment community’s maintenance and repair processes and they are also used by
Residents.
Owner does not guarantee that any apartments or the common and public areas will be free from Allergens. By
entering into this Lease, Resident acknowledges that he/she, occupants and guests may be exposed to
Allergens and that said exposure does not constitute Owner’s default under or breach of the Lease.

Notice to Residents with Animal Allergies and Other Disabilities Related to Animals

Residents and occupants hereby accept notice that no part of this Apartment community is or will be free of
animals. Federal law requires that service and assistance animals be allowed to reside in apartment
communities and on floors that are designated as “pet free.”
Resident Holding Over

If Resident shall continue to occupy the Premises after the expiration of this Lease, or any renewal or extension
thereof, and if Management shall have consented to such continuation of occupancy, such occupancy shall
(unless the parties hereto shall otherwise agree in writing) be deemed to be under a month to month tenancy, at
twice the rental payable hereunder just prior to the Resident holding over, which shall continue until either party
shall mail notice to the other (pursuant to Section 26 of this Lease) at least two (2) months prior to the end of any
calendar month, that the party giving such notice elects to terminate such tenancy at the end of such calendar
month, in which event such tenancy shall so terminate. As long as the Resident is in possession of the Premises,
all of the obligations of the Resident and all rights of Management applicable during the term of this Lease shall be
equally applicable during such period of subsequent occupancy.

Administrative and Attorney Fees

In the event Resident, Resident's family, agents, employees, guests or invitees violate any term or provision of this
Lease (other than Section 36), or the rules and regulations thereof, Resident shall pay to Management, in addition
to any other damages and expenses incurred by Management as a result thereof, an Administrative Fee, in the
amount of five percent (5%) of Resident's then current monthly rental, to help defray Management’s costs incurred
in connection with having Resident remedy such Lease violation. Should Management employ an attorney
because of any such violation, the Resident shall pay in addition to the aforesaid Administrative Fee, and not in
lieu thereof, such reasonable attorney fees as are incurred by the Management. Resident shall be liable for such
attorney fees whether or not Management institutes legal proceedings. However, where legal proceedings are
instituted by Management against Resident, and said proceedings result in a monetary judgment in favor of
Management, those reasonable attorney fees for which Resident shall be liable to Management shall not be less
than fifteen percent (15%) of said judgment.

Resident Transfers within the Apartment community (Excluding Howard County, MD)

Residents shall only be allowed to transfer to another apartment at the Apartment community subject to
availability, Owner’s approval, the successful completion of the first six (6) months of the Lease term without
default or violation of the Lease, and after providing sixty (60) days’ written notice. In addition, Residents
seeking to transfer apartments will (i) need to pass an inspection of their current apartment, (ii) be charged a
transfer fee (iii) be required to repay any concessions received on the rent for their existing apartment, and (iv)
execute a new lease for a month term or longer for the subsequent apartment. Transferring Residents shall
not be entitled to receive concessions or promotional rates offered to the public for the new apartment. At its
sole discretion, Owner may apply additional fees and restrictions to resident transfers. Owner is not obligated
to hold apartments or otherwise make them available for transfer. Owner may deny a transfer for any reason
and in its sole discretion.

Third Party Vendors

From time to time Owner may share information regarding various third-party vendors who can provide
residents with direct services (“Third Party Vendor(s)”) to be performed either by the Third Party Vendor’s own
employees or by connecting residents to various service providers. When obtaining services from, or hiring, a
Third Party Vendor, you agree that Owner is not part of any contractual relationship with said Third Party
Vendor and shall not be liable for any property damage, physical injury or consequential damages caused
either directly or indirectly by said Third Party Vendors.

Consent to Collection, Use and Disclosure of Personal Information

Resident agrees that Owner may collect personal information, including but not limited to names, addresses,
phone numbers, email addresses and credit card information (“Personal Information”) about Resident,
Resident’s spouse, domestic partner, dependents, family members or occupants (“Information Providers”)
residing in the apartment for the purpose of administering certain services to Information Providers which may
include, but not be limited to, services necessary or appropriate to complete any transaction, delivery, or
provision of products and services that Owner may offer or provide from time-to- time (“Owner Services”).
Resident consents to the exchange of Personal Information between Owner and the various vendors and
service providers that may from time to time be selected or utilized by Owner, or a vendor/service provider
required to be a party to certain transactions, delivery or provision of Owner Services (collectively, “Service
Providers”), or their respective agents, for the purposes of administering and carrying out the Owner Services,
and other related purposes or as permitted or required by law. Resident further consents to the Service
Providers’ collection of Personal Information relating to the use of such Personal Information by Service
Providers for the purposes described herein.

Subordination and Attornment

Resident agrees that the Lease and all of Resident’s rights hereunder, is now and shall continue at all times to
be subject and subordinate to the lien of any mortgage held by Owner on the Apartment community, and to any
and all increases, renewals, substitutions, replacements and/or consolidations of any mortgage, and to any
future mortgage affecting the Apartment community. Upon any transfer of Owner’s mortgage of the Apartment
community, by sale, foreclosure or otherwise, Resident agrees to accept, recognize and attorn to any new
Owner of the Apartment community and accept said new Owner as the Owner under the same terms and
conditions as set forth under this Lease.

Agency

If any employee of Management's at Resident's request, moves, handles or stores anything, or drives or parks
Resident's motor vehicle, then and in every case, such employee shall be deemed Resident's agent, and
Management shall not be liable for any loss, damage or expense in connection therewith.

Lease Corrections

If reasonably necessary to comply with applicable law, to correct any mistake in the preparation of this Lease
and/or to otherwise correctly reflect the intent of the parties hereto, the parties agree to initial and/or sign,
where applicable, any modification or correction to this Lease.

Validity/Authentication

Management and Resident agree that (1) this Lease, and other Lease related documents, may be signed with
the Management’s and Resident’s electronic signature; (2) this Lease and other Lease related documents,
signed with an electronic signature, shall be as binding as an originally signed Lease or other Lease related
document; and (3) an electronically signed Lease or other Lease related document may not be denied legal
effect or enforceability solely because they are in electronic form or signed with an electronic signature.

WITNESS/ATTEST: COVE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, LLC,

agent

______________________________ By: ________________________________, agent

-Management-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-
 COMMUNITY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
ADDENDUM TO LEASE AGREEMENT

This property is managed by Cove Property Management, LLC (“Management”). It is Management’s goal to
maintain this property as an outstanding apartment community in this area. In order to promote and maintain
this Property, and as a condition of residency, Management has established the following policies. All residents
agree to abide by these policies, as they are essential for the comfort and convenience of all community
residents. The decision of whether Community Policies and Procedures have been violated shall be made at
Management’s sole discretion. A failure by Resident to abide by the Community Policies and Procedures
may, at Management’s sole discretion, be grounds for suspension or termination of access to
amenities and/or constitute a breach of Lease. In the event of any contradiction between the terms of this
Addendum and any other Addendum or the Lease, this Addendum shall control.

Contacting Management Office

Phone #:_______________________
410.268.8700

After Hours Emergency Phone #: _______________________

410.268.8700
*Follow Prompts to Report an After-Hours Emergency

Email: spacove@covepm.com

Other:

SERVICE REQUESTS

Management accepts requests made by phone, in-person at the management office or electronically. Upon
receipt of a request for service, Management will relay the request to its Service Team. Any plumbing
problem, frozen water line, lack of heat in winter, gas leak or electrical failure should be considered as
an emergency, in which case Management should be notified immediately. Please dial the designated
emergency number for such occurrences, and our on-call personnel will respond. Any expense incurred as a
result of mistreatment of the apartment or common areas will, insofar as necessary, be assessed against the
Resident responsible. Residents are responsible for the actions of their occupants and guests. In the event that
you are unfamiliar with the proper use of any appliance or piece of equipment provided by Management in your
home, a member of our team is available, upon request, to instruct you in proper operation during normal
business hours.
If for any reason it should be necessary to call FIRE, RESCUE or POLICE assistance, please call the
FIRE, RESCUE or POLICE directly for help rather than calling the Management office. Notify
Management immediately after contacting emergency services. In the event Resident fails to give
Management prompt notice of the need for repairs, Resident shall be liable to Management for any increased
cost of repairs arising out of such failure.

LOCK-OUT

Management does not provide after hours lock out services. Resident agrees to contact a locksmith in the
event that Resident is locked out of the Premises and needs assistance in gaining entry to the Premises on
Saturdays, Sundays and at any other time that Management’s on-site office is not open. As a condition of
Management assisting Resident in gaining entry to the Premises when Management’s on-site office is open,
Resident agrees to provide Management with a government issued photo I.D. for each person who constitutes
Resident hereunder and either a current government issued photo I.D. or school issued photo I.D. for each
authorized occupant of the Premises 14 years of age or older

LOCKS AND KEYS

Resident shall not change the locks on the doors of the Premises or install additional locks, chains or other
fasteners without prior written permission from Management. Upon termination of occupancy, all keys to the
Premises must be returned to Management. If resident shall fail to comply, Resident shall pay Management
$100.00 for reimbursement of the cost of changing or re-keying each lock.
PEST CONTROL

Management will notify Residents in advance if extermination will occur in Resident’s apartment and give
Resident instructions for the preparation of the apartment and safe contact with insecticides. If Resident fails to
prepare the Premises for such extermination in accordance with Management's instructions, Resident
acknowledges that by Resident’s failure to comply Resident will be liable for any damages or losses sustained
by Management as a result thereof. Management will not perform any preparations on the Resident’s behalf.
Resident must promptly inform Management of any suspected infestation. Should resident fail to report
Resident will be liable for any damages or losses sustained. Residents must request extermination treatments
in addition to those regularly provided by Management in writing.

Resident shall not feed birds or wild animals so as to avoid creating conditions and attracting unwelcome
animals to the area.

STUDENTS

If any person who constitutes Resident hereunder is a college or university student, a violation of the student’s
college or university student code of conduct, community standards or the like shall be deemed to be a
violation of this Lease.

PAYMENT OF RENT

No personal checks will be accepted after the fifth day of the month, nor will they be accepted if two (2) such
checks or electronic payments presented by Resident in a twelve (12) month period are dishonored by Resident’s
bank.

TRASH AND RECYCLING

Please wrap all refuse securely and deposit it in the location designated by Management. Please do not
dispose of large articles such as furniture, mattresses, etc. anywhere in the common areas. This Community
participates in a recycling program, please ensure that cardboard boxes are completely collapsed, only
recyclable materials are placed in the designated receptacle. Plastic bags are not recyclable and should
not be placed in any receptacle designated for recycling.

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES

Resident will not keep in or about the Premises, or place into any dumpster, any substance designated as, or
containing components designated as, hazardous, dangerous, toxic, explosive, volatile or harmful and/or
subject to regulation under any Federal, State, or local law, regulation or ordinance, or would increase the risk
of fire.

FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY

Resident agrees not to store, install or operate, in or about Premises, unvented, portable kerosene-fired
heaters or portable electric heaters.
Where present, Resident shall not alter any fire sprinkler or paint, cover, obstruct, nor hang anything from, any
sprinkler head.

APPLIANCES

Storage or installation of any washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, air conditioners or other appliances in
the Premises without written approval from Management is prohibited. Resident shall not misuse or overload
appliances or utilities furnished by Management.
PATIOS, BALCONIES, AND TERRACES

Please help us maintain an attractive community by keeping your patio or balcony neat and free of unsightly
clutter. Final determination of any questionable displays will be solely at the discretion of Management. Grills
and stoves of any kind ARE NOT PERMITTED on patios, balconies or terraces. Their use is a fire code
violation and grounds for immediate termination of occupancy. Residents may only use grills provided by
Owner and located in the outdoor common areas.

SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL IN EXCLUSIVE USE AREAS

Management shall perform at its own expense, snow and ice removal in the common area parking lots and
common use sidewalks only. Resident shall be responsible to perform snow and ice removal in all areas upon
which Resident has exclusive use and control including but not limited to personal garage driveways, personal
parking pads and exclusive use stoops, sidewalks, and patio areas. Resident shall remove snow and ice in
Resident’s exclusive use areas within 24 hours. Resident shall also be responsible for all snow and ice
removal that appears as a result of re-freeze. Resident shall indemnify and save Management harmless from
all liability, damage or expense concerning Resident’s obligation to remove snow and ice in Resident’s
exclusive use areas.

PARKING

The below guidelines are in addition to those listed in the Lease and the Community Policies, Rules and
Regulations Addendum. Please see the Addendum for Keys, Other Access Items, Parking and Storage for
further details regarding parking and related fees. Where required, permit-parking hangtags and/or decals
must be clearly displayed. A lost or stolen hangtag should be reported immediately. Failure to properly display
your permit can result in towing at the vehicle owner’s expense. If parking/garage spaces are assigned,
vehicles parked in the improper space will be towed, at vehicle owner’s expense, regardless of whether or not
a permit is displayed. With respect to onsite, non-reserved open space parking (if any), Resident will obey all
parking and speed regulations which Management may promulgate or post and to park only properly tagged and
functioning passenger motor vehicles or trucks (with no commercial lettering) not in excess of 3/4 ton GVW,
whose appearance, in Management’s sole opinion, does not detract from the apartment community, in designated
parking areas and will not permit nor maintain any commercial vehicles or trucks in excess of 3/4 ton GVW,
trailers, campers or boats in or about the apartment community. For any and all parking on the premises
Management and Owner have no liability for loss or damage to vehicles or personal property, or in the event
the vehicle is towed or immobilized, regardless of the cause.

Garage/Gate Access Communities: Always approach exit and entry gates/garage doors with caution and at a
slow rate of speed. Never stop your car where the gate/garage door can hurt your vehicle as it operates. Never
follow another vehicle into an open gate/garage door, and report to Agent the license plate number of any
vehicle that piggy backs through the gate/garage door. Never force open or tamper with the gate/garage door
and ensure that guests refrain from doing so. If you are using the gate or garage with a trailer, please contact
Agent for assistance.

Garage Parking: Unauthorized, abandoned, improperly licensed, and out of repair vehicles will be towed at the
vehicle owner’s expense. RV’s, trailers, campers and boats are only allowed with Management’s prior
approval. These vehicles and motorcycles must be parked in the area designated by Management, if any. No
one may use the driveway space in front of their parking spot or individual garage for additional parking or
storage.

Lot Parking: Parking in the community parking lot is for Residents and authorized guests only. Under no
circumstances will parking on the grass or in restricted areas be permitted. Carports and individual garages, if
available, are leased to Residents on a paid reservation basis. Unauthorized, abandoned, improperly licensed,
and out of repair vehicles will be towed at the car owner’s expense. If permitted, RV’s, trailers, boats and
motorcycles must be parked in the area designated by Management.
SOLICITORS AND SALESPERSONS

Residents should report uninvited or unauthorized solicitors or salespersons to the Management office
immediately. Anyone having the approval of the Management to sell or solicit within the Property (such as Girl
Scouts, Little League, etc.) will be issued a letter of authorization from the Management Office. Residents
should not solicit other Residents without the approval of Management.

SECURITY

No Weapons in Common and Public Areas: For the safety of our residents and visitors, no weapons are
allowed in the common and public areas of this community, except for weapons carried by on-duty law
enforcement or security guards hired by Management.

Controlled Access Procedures: If the building or parking lot gate or any of the facilities or amenities has a
controlled access system, access cards or fobs will be issued to Residents only. Residents must protect their
access cards or fobs and apartment keys and not give them to anyone. A lost or stolen access card, fob or
apartment key should be reported to Management immediately. Residents should not permit any other person
to follow them through a controlled access door and, if this does occur, the police or Management office should
be contacted immediately. Guests and delivery companies should be informed about the controlled access
feature and how to contact Resident. Neither keys nor access cards should be duplicated without the approval
of Management. You should be aware of your surroundings when entering or exiting your unit so as not to be
surprised by someone trying to gain access. Please remember not to leave your keys in the door. There is a
fee for lost access cards/fobs or keys, including the failure to turn them in at move-out.

Out of Town Procedures: Residents must notify Management of anticipated extended absences from their
Apartment in excess of seven (7) days. However, Management will not be liable for any damages in the
Apartment occasioned by Residents’ absence.

USE OF FACILITIES

Use all facilities which Management provides for Resident's comfort, such as playground equipment (if any),
laundry, swimming pool (if any), parking areas and storage areas (if any), (none of which facilities are included
in the rent) solely at Resident's own risk, and Resident agrees that Management shall not be responsible for
any injury to person or loss or damage to property arising out of Resident's use thereof, unless the same is
caused solely by Management's fault, omission, negligence or other misconduct. Use of any of these facilities
may be revoked by Management without affecting the remainder of this Lease. Facilities may only be used
during such hours as are posted by Management.

Resident shall not permit Resident or Resident’s family, employees, agents, guests or invitees to loiter or play
in public areas, stairways, elevators (if any), laundry rooms, or storage areas.

Nothing shall be placed on the outer edges of the sills of windows.

Resident agrees not to do anything that would violate any law or increase the insurance rates on the building in
which the Premises is situated

NOISE AND BEHAVIOR

Resident shall install carpeting, with pad underneath, to cover at least eighty (80%) percent of the floor space
in each room which contains wooden, vinyl, or other hard floors. (Unless carpeting has already been installed
by Management.

Moving of Furniture, bulky packages and freight into, or out of, the Premises shall only occur Monday through
Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Resident may only utilize the freight elevator (if any) to bring furniture, bulky
packages and freight into, or out of, the Building. The freight elevator (if any) may only be used by Resident for
such purposes from 8:00 a.m. to 6 p.m.
PET POLICIES

If the community permits pets, permission must be secured in writing from Management before the pet resides
in your apartment. Management may require supporting documentation of any Pet requirements, including vet
records, behavior reports, and photos. Residents with support animals are required to submit a Request for
Reasonable Accommodation form and to sign an Assistance Animal Addendum. Visiting pets are not permitted
at any time. Please make sure your guests are aware of this so they can make other arrangements. If pets are
permitted, pet owners must adhere to all guidelines included in the Animal Addendum and the Pet Policies set
forth below:

Pet Restrictions

• Total Pets Permitted in Premises: Only 2 Pets (excluding small pets such as hamsters, fish, etc.) will be
permitted to reside in the Premises.
• Cats: Must be spayed/neutered with supporting documentation provided for Resident's file.
• Dogs must be no larger than 80lbs pounds in weight at full growth.
Restricted Dog Breeds: The following dog breeds (including any mix thereof) are not permitted to reside at or
visit the Premises or the Property (“Restricted Breeds”): Pit Bulls, Staffordshire Terriers, Doberman
Pinschers, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Chows, Great Danes, Presa Canarios, Akitas, Alaskan
Malamutes, Siberian Huskies, Wolves or Wolf-Hybrids.

Non-domesticated animals, including snakes, ferrets, pot belly pigs, alligators, iguanas, etc. are NOT
allowed. All animals must be approved by the Management Office and require a full executed pet
addendum for each and every animal in the unit.

The list of Restricted Breeds is subject to change by Management at any time without notice. Please check
with Management before adopting a dog to verify that it is a permitted breed. Management has sole
discretion to determine whether an animal is a restricted breed and may base its decision on documentation,
visual inspection, examination by a veterinarian, and other measures. Residents who are found to have a
restricted breed occupying their apartment (or a pet in a no-pet building) are in violation of their Lease,
are required to remove the pet, and may be required to pay a fine.

Pet Approval Process: Management reserves the right to approve or disapprove all Pets for any reason and
at any time. Pet approval is subject to the following process:
• Visual Inspection: Upon request, Resident shall present the Pet to Management for visual inspection before
final approval is given for the Pet to reside at the Premises.
• Photograph: Resident shall provide Management with a photograph of the Pet.
• Proof of Vaccination: Resident must provide Management with proof of the Pet's annual inoculations for
rabies, distemper, and any other vaccinations required by law or by Management in order to receive
approval for the Pet.

Pet Behavior: Resident certifies and warrants that any animal residing in the Apartment is housebroken and
has no history of causing physical harm or injury to persons, animals or property. In addition, Resident certifies
and warrants that the animal has no history of biting, no vicious tendencies and has never exhibited any
aggressive behavior to humans or other animals. Owner reserves the right to require animals occupying
apartments to wear muzzles when in the common areas. Requiring an animal to wear a muzzle does not waive
Owner’s right to terminate Resident’s tenancy and seek eviction. A violation of this paragraph is a breach of the
Lease.

Excessive Dog Barking: Excessive dog barking is not permitted and is considered a lease violation.
Excessive barking is defined as barking that is persistent and occurs for an extended period of time or on a
repeated basis. When determining if barking is excessive, Owner, in its sole discretion, will consider the time of
day, duration and frequency of the barking.
Dog Parks (Applicable only to Properties with Dog Parks)

Management has provided a Dog Park for the use and enjoyment of Residents and their dogs. The Dog Park
is an amenity and its use is not guaranteed. Any interruption or unavailability of the Dog Park will not violate the
terms of the Lease or entitle Residents to any refunds. In order to provide for the safety and well-being of
Residents and their dogs, Management has established the following Dog Park Rules, which are subject to
change from time to time at its sole discretion. By executing this Community Policies and Procedures
Addendum, Resident agrees to abide by the following Dog Park Rules.

Dog Park Rules

• The Dog Park Rules, including hours of operation, will be posted at the Dog Park. No one is permitted to
use the Dog Park outside of the hours of operation.
• Residents are responsible for the actions and conduct of their dogs. Aggressive dogs and dogs that
instigate fights are to be removed from the Dog Park.
• The Dog Park is for the exclusive use of Residents and dogs authorized under the Animal Addendum.
Guests may not use the Dog Park.
• The front gate of the Dog Park must be closed upon entering and exiting and remain closed at all times.
The last Resident to leave the Dog Park is responsible for latching the front gate. Dogs must be leashed
while entering and exiting the Dog Park.
• Dogs must not be left unattended in the Dog Park. Residents must watch and be in close proximity to their
dog at all times.
• Only dogs that have been neutered or spayed are permitted in the Dog Park.
• No prong or spike collars are allowed in the Dog Park.
• No food and/or alcoholic beverages of any kind are allowed in the Dog Park at any time.
• Residents may provide water to their dog(s) and are solely responsible for providing their own water and
bowl.
• Residents are responsible for picking up after their dog(s). Residents who fail to pick up after their dog(s)
will be fined $100.00 for each incident. Repeated failures to pick up after a dog may lead to termination of
Resident’s right to use the Dog Park, at Management’s sole discretion.
• Residents will stop their dogs from digging and shall be responsible for filling any holes their dogs create.
• Persons under the age of 16 are not permitted to enter the Dog Park without adult supervision.
• Use of the Dog Park is at Resident’s own risk. Residents assume all risk of injury to themselves, or their
dog(s), associated with using the Dog Park.

STORAGE LOCKERS

In the event Management provides storage lockers on the Property to accommodate Residents in the storage
of personal property, the use of said storage lockers shall be subject to the terms and conditions that
Management prescribes. Management makes no representations or warranties regarding the security of the
storage lockers. Management shall not be liable for any damages to Resident’s property kept in the storage
lockers.

These Community Policies and Procedures have been incorporated into the Lease. Failure to abide by
these policies could result in action to terminate your occupancy and to charge you for costs incurred
by Management or other Residents who are harmed. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation in
helping us to maintain a positive living environment for all Residents.
WITNESS/ATTEST: COVE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, LLC,
agent

______________________________ By: ___________________________________, agent

-Management-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-
 ADDENDUM FOR KEYS, OTHER ACCESS ITEMS, PARKING AND STORAGE

This Addendum to the Lease dated 12/04/2021

_____________________ by and between DM______________
______________________________________________________________________
Investments, LLC (“Owner”),
by its agent Cove Property Management, LLC (“Agent”) and Edwin
____________________________
G Hercules, Maria
____________________________________________________________________________
Isabel Flores De Tobar, Cristian Arnold Tobar Hercules, Ana Maria Villanueva
__________________________________________________________________ (“Resident”)
Flores
shall be incorporated in and made a part of the aforesaid Lease and shall be renewed and shall
expire under the same terms and conditions of the Lease.

It is agreed and understood by the parties hereto that Resident has received the following keys,
fobs, permits, access cards, parking permits and remote controls (“Access Items”). All Access
Items must be returned upon move out. The parties agree that if the Access Items are damaged
or lost, Resident will pay for the replacement cost of the damaged or lost Access Item or the re-
keying charges related thereto prior to any Access Item being reissued or before move out,
whichever comes sooner. In the event Resident fails to pay for the replacement cost of any
damaged or missing Access Item, or for the rekeying charge, at the time of move-out, said
replacement or rekeying cost will be deducted from the security deposit, if permitted by
applicable law.

Resident agrees to abide by all written and/or posted instructions regarding the Access Items
and to report any malfunctioning, broken or damaged Access Items, gates, locks, doors or
related access equipment. Resident is liable for damages to Access Items and related access
equipment caused by misuse or negligence of Resident, occupants or guests. Additional terms
related to keys, other access items, parking and storage are contained in the Lease Addendum
for Enclosed Garage, Carport, or Storage Unit

Apartment, Mailbox, Common Area Key(s):

Replacement Cost: $10.00

Unless otherwise noted resident agrees that the total number of keys issued is equal to the total
number of occupants listed on the Lease Agreement.

Key Fob(s) for Amenity Access:

Fob(s) #: ________________________
187-35033 Replacement cost: $_______________
100.00

The Key Fob is used for access to amenities at the Property such as a club room, business
center, theatre, fitness center etc. Resident understands and agrees that Resident’s access to
these amenities may be restricted by Agent, in its sole discretion, should Resident violate the
Community Policies and Procedures related to the use of these amenities.

Bicycle Storage:

Permit(s) #: ________________________ Replacement cost: $_______________

Only operable bicycles may be stored in the community’s Bicycle Storage Area. Resident’s use
of the Bicycle Storage Area is at Resident’s sole risk. Management is not responsible for any
damage to, or theft of, bicycles while in the Bicycle Storage area, including loss by fire or other
hazard. Management reserves the right to remove any bicycle not displaying a valid permit.
Garage Gate Access – Remote Controls, Cards, Codes

Remote Control(s) Received: ________________ Replacement cost: $_______________

Parking Permit(s)/ Parking Sticker(s)/Parking Hangtag(s) (“Parking Permits”):

Assigned permit, sticker or hangtag(s): ________________________

435 & 434

Assigned permit, sticker or hangtag: Replacement cost $_______________

200.00

Parking Permits shall be issued based on the # of bedrooms in your apartment/townhome.

Parking Space(s):

Assigned parking space(s) ________________________

Monthly rent for parking space $_______________

Enclosed Individual Parking Garage(s) or Carport(s):

Assigned garage(s)/carport(s): ________________________

Monthly rent for enclosed garage/carport: $_______________

Storage Unit(s):

Assigned Storage unit(s): ________________________

Monthly rent for storage unit(s): $_______________

Security deposit for storage unit(s): $_______________

Storage Unit Key(s):

Replacement Cost: $_______________

Note: if key is not returned upon vacating apartment, a rekeying fee of $____________
100.00 may be
charged.

Contact Information to be listed in Access Directory:

Daytime Contact #(s):__________________________________________________________

Cell Phone #:________________________________________________________________
443-275-8111
Email Address:_______________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name:______________________________________________________
Cristian Tobar
Emergency Contact #(s):_______________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name Cell Phone #:___________________________________________
4434818958
Revised Rent:

Notwithstanding the provisions of the Lease or any other addendum, the Rent listed in your
Lease may not reflect charges listed herein for parking and storage rental if amenity leasing
arrangements were made after execution of the Lease. Resident and Owner agree that the Rent
is hereby adjusted to reflect said amenity rental charges set forth herein.

By signing below, Resident(s) acknowledge(s) receipt of all listed Access Items and accepts on
behalf of himself/herself, the terms and conditions set forth herein and affirms that the Access
Items must be returned to Agent upon move out. In the event all Access Items are not returned,
the Resident shall be responsible for the replacement costs listed above.

WITNESS/ATTEST: COVE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, LLC,

agent

______________________________ By: ________________________________, agent

-Management-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-

______________________________ ___________________________________
-Resident-
 RENT PAYMENT POLICY
The following Rent Payment Policy is incorporated by reference and made a part to the Lease Agreement between Management and
Resident.
1. All monthly installments of rent are due and payable as set forth by the Lease Agreement on or before the first (1st) day
of each month by check, echeck, money order, or credit card. Rent payments made on the second (2nd) of the month are
considered late. In order to ensure appropriate credit, please write your full name and the complete address of your Premises
in the memo section of the check or money order. Residents are responsible for any late fees, NSF fees, administrative
fees and bank fees that may result from improper payments.
2. Any rent not paid when due will be reasonable grounds for termination of occupancy and/or non-renewal of the Lease
Agreement.
3. It is the resident’s sole responsibility to ensure that all payments are submitted without error, and sufficient funds, in time to
post to their account, but no later than 5pm on the first (1st) of the month. If rent remains unpaid at 5pm on the 5th _______
day of the month, a five percent (5%) late fee will be charged to the resident’s rental account as additional rent. Late fees
will apply despite weekends or holidays during which the management office is closed.
4. Rental payments for Spa
_________________________________________
Cove Apartments shall be made payable to Spa
______________________
Cove
_________________________________
Apartments and mailed to 1012
_______________________________________________________
Primrose Road, Annapolis, MD 21403
_________________________________ in time to be received by the first (1st) of the month or paid at the management
office of the same address Monday through Friday during business hours.
5. Payments will only be submitted to the issuing financial institution once. If the payment is returned or fails for any reason the
resident will be required to repay the amount of the payment and all additional charges immediately upon notification. A fee
in the amount of no less than thirty-five ($35.00) will be assessed to the resident's account for all returned and/or failed
payments. If repayment is not made by 5pm on the _________
5th of the month, a five percent (5%) late charge will also be
assessed to the residents account as additional rent. No personal checks or online payments will be accepted if two returned
and/or failed payments have been presented against the residents account in any twelve (12) month period. Payment going
forward will only be accepted in the form of a cashier’s check, certified check or money order.
6. If any portion of the monthly rent is not paid in full by the first (1st) day of the month at 5pm, legal action may be taken to
collect the outstanding balance and to recover possession of the Premises. The cost for all such actions will be charged to
the resident’s account as additional rent. Personal checks will not be accepted for payment once legal action has been
filed. In such event, the balance must be paid by cashier’s check, certified check or money order only.
7. Multiple late payments will affect the Resident’s ability to qualify for a renewal lease. Additionally, late payments are
reported to the credit bureaus which can have serious adverse consequences on the ability to find future housing.
8. Any monies remaining owed thirty (30) days after lease expiration date will be submitted to a collection agency. All
collection costs will be added to the remaining balance.

RESIDENT HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGES RECEIPT OF A COPY OF THE RENT COLLECTION POLICY.

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 CITY OF ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND-ADDENDUM

This Addendum is made this 4 day of  December , All maintenance, repairs or replacements resulting from
, by and between the Resident and Owner for the purpose
2021 negligence or deliberate damage by the tenant is entirely the
of deleting, modifying and adding to the Apartment Lease Contract responsibility of the tenant. At the landlord’s option, the tenant
executed by and between the Resident and Owner on may be required to arrange for appropriate repairs, and pay
.
12/30/2021 The Resident and Owner hereby agree for such repairs directly to the contractor.
to the following deletions, modifications and additions to the
Apartment Lease Contract. This Addendum constitutes an 3. RECEIPT OF BOOKLET. Resident hereby acknowledges that
Addendum to the Lease Contract for the described premises on landlord provided a copy of a booklet prepared by the Director
page 1, paragraph 1 (Parties) of the Lease Contract, and is hereby of Planning and Zoning explaining the rights of the tenant
incorporated into and made a part of such Lease Contract. Where and who to contact for assistance in landlord-tenant relations.
the terms or conditions found in this Addendum vary or contradict
4. SPECIAL PROVISIONS.  The following special provisions
any terms or conditions found in the Lease Contract, this
control over conflicting provision of this printed form:
Addendum shall control.

1. The LEASE TERM section of the Apartment Lease Contract 
is modified by adding the following paragraph: 
LEASE TERM.  The law of the City of Annapolis requires 
landlords, unless there is reasonable cause otherwise, to offer 
all prospective tenants lease agreements for initial terms of 
one year. Such an offer may be accepted at the option of the 
prospective tenant. Prior to entering this lease, the tenant 
hereby acknowledges that (initial and date one option below): 

A.  
I was offered and accepted a one-year lease term by the 
landlord. 
B.  
I was offered but rejected a one-year lease term by the 
landlord. 
C.  
I received a copy of a written statement in which the 
landlord asserts and explains a reasonable cause for 
failing to offer me a one-year initial lease term and was 
advised of my rights to challenge such statement by
filing a complaint with the Department of Planning and
Zoning.

2. The REPAIRS, REQUESTS, AND MALFUNCTIONS section of

the Apartment Lease Contract is modified by adding the
following paragraph:
REPAIRS, REQUESTS, AND MALFUNCTIONS.
The Code of City of Annapolis requires that leases offered to
prospective tenants specify that all maintenance, including
repairs and replacements due to normal wear and tear, but
not including those resulting from negligence or deliberate
damage by the tenant, is the responsibility of the landlord
who shall arrange for maintenance in a timely manner. As a
minimum, leased units must be maintained in full compliance
with the residential housing standards as enumerated in
Chapter 17.40 of the Code of the City of Annapolis and applicable
provisions of the Annotated Code of Maryland. Repairs of
dangerous defects by the landlord are subject to Section 8-211
of the Real Property Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland.

Resident or Residents Owner or Owner’s Representative

(All residents must sign) (Signs below)

 
 Date of Lease Contract

 December 4, 2021




© 2021, National Apartment Association, Inc. - 9/2021, Maryland

 City of Annapolis

Customer Information Booklet

for
Rental Operating License
and
Property Maintenance

This booklet is designed to be helpful to all citizens, whether tenant,
homeowner or landlord as an information guide to the Property Maintenance
Code of the City of Annapolis.
Boxes indicate requirements of the Property Maintenance Code.
This booklet is not intended to have legal status. For precise definitions and
descriptions of requirements, see the City Code on the website at
www.annapolis.gov.
Please note: The Annapolis City Code online is not official. Official copies of
chapters and/or ordinances of the Annapolis City Code may be obtained
through the City Clerk’s Office.
Property Maintenance
The City’s continuing effort to maintain the appearance of neighborhoods is
achieved through the Department of Planning and Zoning. The goal of this
program is to help preserve property values and housing stock and to help
maintain the good appearance of the community.
Through our department neighborhoods are patrolled by property maintenance
inspectors in an effort to spot and eliminate code violations. Your cooperation
is needed to maintain your property free of defects as noted in this booklet.
Please call the Department of Planning and Zoning at 410-260-2200 for any
additional information, concerns, or complaints.
All electric and plumbing work must be done by contractors holding a
valid City of Annapolis license and City permits must be obtained.
Applications for permits may be obtained through the Department of
Planning and Zoning.
City of Annapolis
Contact Numbers
Addresses ...................................................................................410-260-2200
Bed & Breakfast Info ...................................................................410-260-2200
Electrical Permits.........................................................................410-260-2200
Engineering .................................................................................410-263-7949
Fees ............................................................................................410-260-2200
Fire Marshal ................................................................................410-260-2200
Grading........................................................................................410-260-2200
Grease Traps ..............................................................................410-260-2200
Handicap Requirements..............................................................410-260-2200
Health Department ......................................................................410-222-7192
Historic Preservation ...................................................................410-260-2200
Inspections ..................................................................................410-260-2200
Landscaping ................................................................................410-260-2200
Mechanical Permits .....................................................................410-260-2200
Obstruction Street/ Sidewalks .....................................................410-263-7949
Permits (General) ........................................................................410-260-2200
Petroleum Storage Tanks ...........................................................410-260-2200
Planning and Zoning ...................................................................410-260-2200
Plumbing /Gas Permits ...............................................................410-260-2200
Port Wardens ..............................................................................410-260-2200
Residential Rental Prop ..............................................................410-260-2200
Setback Information ....................................................................410-260-2200
Stormwater Management............................................................410-260-2200
Trees ...........................................................................................410-260-2200
Use & Occupancy........................................................................410-260-2200
Utilities.........................................................................................410-263-7970
Wastewater Pre-treatment ..........................................................410-260-2200
Zoning .........................................................................................410-260-2200
Property Maintenance Inspectors can be reached at 410-260-2200 or
email:
Mary Emrick ..................................................................... mee@annapolis.gov
Adam Knight…………………………………………….ATKnight@annapolis.gov
AT A MINIMUM, A PROPERTY OWNER, LANDLORD, OR OWNER-
OCCUPANT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THESE THINGS:
Obtaining a rental license before renting a property.
Not renting out housing with code violations.
Keeping clean the shared or public areas of dwellings with two or more
units.
Eradication of rodents, insects and other pests.
Providing name, address and telephone number (P.O. box number is
not enough) of the owner or his agent.
Not putting garbage or rubbish in the streets, storm drains or on the
property.
Notifying occupants of exits.
Not permitting overcrowding.
Supplying hot and cold water.
Providing smoke detectors in each room used for sleeping, hallways
outside of each sleeping area, and one on each floor.
A TENANT IS SOMEONE WHO RENTS THE PLACE IN WHICH THEY LIVE,
WHETHER IT IS AN APARTMENT OR A HOUSE, AND HAS THESE
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Keeping the dwelling unit clean (particularly cleaning floors and walls)
and keeping plumbing and HVAC equipment unobstructed.
Appropriate disposal of garbage and refuse.
Not committing vandalism and not permitting anyone else to vandalize.
Keeping exits or stairways clear of furniture, bicycles, or other
obstacles.
Not storing flammable liquids inside.
Giving the owner access to make repairs at reasonable times.
Properly using and operating all electrical fixtures, including smoke
detectors and plumbing fixtures.
Landlord / Tenant Help Line: 800-487-6007
 For Owners
LOOK AT … THE OUTSIDE STRUCTURE

Is your home

structurally sound?

rodent-proof?

weather-proof?

well-maintained?

Chimney Porch
secure firm
lining intact in good repair
roof not leaking
guard rail sound
Doors Roof
weather tight free of leaks
waterproof
hinges and locks okay
Foundation Steps
sound not worn
no holes evenly spaced
no cracks no ripping hazards
handrails firmly attached
Gutters and Down Spouts Walls
not obstructed no holes
no leaks no cracks
firmly attached surface intact
Paint Windows
wood surface protected can be opened
metal surface protected unbroken
not peeling Sash fits
Weather tight
 LOOK AT … THE OUTSIDE LOOK AT … THE INSIDE

Is the yard clean and well-maintained? Is it clean, safe and well-maintained?

(Or is it inviting to rodents, insects and vermin?) (And free of rodents and insects?)

Doors removed from abandoned refrigerators

No trash in street, gutter, and property Door If multiple family dwelling

safe license displayed
Weeds and grass cut
not blocked second way out of dwelling
Yard graded properly for drainage fits its frame

Fence in good repair weather tight

House number visible

Electrical System Paint
Trim overgrown bushes service provided not lead
two outlets per room, minimum not flaking
Fence, garage, or shed in good condition
no frayed cords
No major auto repairs all vehicles must be intact. do not overload outlet or
system
Not more than one unregistered or uninspected vehicle parked on shall be served by a three-wire
property for more than thirty days 120/240v, single phase electric
service with a rating of no less
Trash Cans than 60 amps.
Floors Walls and Ceiling Windows
Sufficient number sound smooth
Leak proof containers no tripping hazards intact
Hallway no loose wallpaper or paint
Tightly closed lids
lighted clean
No litter in trash area clean & unobstructed have glass
not broken
Put trash out no more than 24 hours before collection and remove
promptly open freely
weather tight
Trash cans to be stored in rear yard
have screens
 LOOK AT … THE BATHROOM LOOK AT … THE KITCHEN

A Trouble Spot The Housing Code requires:

The Housing Code requires, in working condition: cooking range in good working order
space for storage
a tub or shower refrigerator in good working order
water from approved source
a wash basin
hot and cold water
a toilet no chipping paint, especially poisonous lead paint
no dripping faucet
a light and GFCI outlet

Everyone should be sure to:
• avoid wasting water by having leaking faucet or toilet fixed
• keep toys, toothbrushes and trash out of toilet
DANGER!
On a cold night, there’s a real temptation to turn on the burners of a
gas stove, plug up the window cracks with rags, and close the door.
Don’t do it. That’s a sure way to use up the oxygen and cause
carbon monoxide poisoning. You or your children can be overcome.

Correct electrical problems like:

Water and electricity can electrocute you, so:
unprotected outlets within 6 feet of the sink
• use a non-metallic cord instead of a pull chain never use an electric overloaded outlets
clock or radio in the bathroom frayed wires

Remove roach and rodent attractions, including:

dirty dishes
dirty stove
garbage inside, and in flimsy containers
accumulation of grease buildup on and around stove
 LOOK AT … THE BASEMENT Smoke Alarms
Basic smoke alarms:
Cellar (below basement) Stairway 1 Shall be located on the ceiling or wall outside of each sleeping area in
not for sleeping lighted the immediate vicinity of bedrooms.
railing
2. In each room used for sleeping purposes.
steps secure
3. In each story within a dwelling unit, including basements and cellars.
Electrical System Storage
properly grounded flammable storage away from 4. In homes with stairs, a smoke detector should be at the head (top) of
wires insulated gas appliances each.
no extension cords as 5. Must be hardwired and interconnected.
permanent wiring
circuit breaker box enclosed
no oversize fuses
Floor Walls
solidly paved waterproof
waterproof not flaking
storage above floor
no trash accumulated
grill over drainpipe outlet
Heating System Water
can heat to 65o F no cross connection of waste
sealed against fumes pipe and water pipe
in working order
safety switch
furnace sections sealed
ducts and pipes leak-free
If Occupied Water Heater
has emergency exit can heat to 120o F
has windows meeting vented if gas-fired
minimum means of eress safety device installed
 What does “Overcrowding” Mean? MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
LEAD LAW COMPLIANCE
A Bedroom must be at least:
Any home constructed prior to 1978, must be registered with the Maryland
70 square feet for one person (min of 7 feet in any dimension) Department of the Environment, the landlord is responsible for distributing
education materials to the tenants and obtaining a Lead Inspection Certificate.
And if slept in by 2 or more must have
For further information regarding the Lead Law, please call (410) 537-4199 or
50 square feet for each additional person (800) 776-2706 or visit the Maryland Department of the Environment’s website
www.mde.state.md.us/lead.
The ceilings in attics or top half-stories must be at least seven (7) feet
high over one-third of the area.

The ceiling of half of a bathroom or a room used for living purposes

must be seven (7) feet high.

Note:

In figuring how big a room is, any part of a room lower than five (5)
feet high does not count.

Each dwelling unit must have separate access to a hall, landing, stair
or street