Vehicle Storage Lease Agreement Template Free: Space Use, Fees & Liability

1. Parties

2. Storage Location and Space

The Facility rents to the Owner a storage space (the "Space") at the following property (the "Property"):

Property Address: [Property Street Address, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]

Description of Space:

Type of Space: Outdoor pad

Space Identifier (number, section, or description): [Space Number / Row / Landmark Description]

3. Vehicle Description

The Space may be used only to store the following vehicle (the "Vehicle"), unless the Facility approves a replacement vehicle in writing:

Vehicle Type: [Car / Truck / Motorcycle / Boat / Trailer / RV / Other]

Year: [Year]

Make / Manufacturer: [Make / Manufacturer]

Model: [Model]

Color: [Primary Color]

License Plate Number and State/Province: [Plate Number and Jurisdiction]

VIN / Hull / Serial Number: [VIN or Serial Number]

4. Term of Agreement

Fixed-Term Storage:

Start Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

End Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

This Agreement ends on the End Date unless renewed in writing or as required by applicable law.

5. Storage Fees and Payment

Monthly Storage Fee: [Currency and Amount]

Fee Due Date: [e.g., "1st day of each month"]

Payment Method(s): [Bank transfer / Online payment / Card / Check / Other]

Place/Account for Payment: [Payment Address or Account Details]

6. Security Deposit (If Any)

Security Deposit Amount: [Currency and Amount or "None"]

If collected, the Security Deposit is held as security for the Owner's obligations under this Agreement, including payment of fees and repair of damage beyond normal wear and tear to the Property caused by the Owner, the Vehicle, or the Owner's guests.

After this Agreement ends and the Owner removes the Vehicle and any personal property from the Space and returns any keys/access devices, the Facility will return any remaining Security Deposit, less lawful deductions, within the time required by applicable law. If required, an itemized statement of deductions will be provided.

7. Permitted Use and Restrictions

7.1 Permitted Use

The Space is rented solely for storing the Vehicle described in Section 3.

7.2 Use Restrictions

Unless the Facility gives prior written consent or applicable law provides otherwise, the Owner agrees:

• Not to live in or sleep in the Vehicle while it is stored on the Property;

• Not to conduct major mechanical repairs, painting, welding, or body work on the Vehicle at the Property;

• Not to regularly operate or test-drive the Vehicle on the Property except for reasonable movement in and out of the Space;

• Not to store or use explosives, illegal substances, or hazardous or highly flammable materials in or around the Vehicle, beyond fuel and fluids normally contained in the Vehicle;

• Not to store additional vehicles, boats, trailers, or large items in the Space beyond what reasonably fits and has been approved;

• Not to connect the Vehicle to utilities (power, water, sewer) unless expressly permitted in writing;

• To comply with all written facility rules and local laws.

8. Access and Facility Rules

8.1 Access Hours

Access to the Property and Space will generally be allowed during the following hours:

Regular Access Hours: [Days and Times]

Any access outside these hours requires Facility consent, except where local law provides otherwise.

8.2 Access Devices

The Facility may provide:

The Owner must safeguard access devices and must not share codes, keys, or fobs with others except as reasonably needed for authorized drivers. The Facility may change codes or devices upon reasonable notice.

8.3 Facility Rules

The Owner must comply with all written rules and regulations provided by the Facility, including any reasonable updates given in writing, which may address:

• Security and gate procedures;

• Speed limits and traffic flow;

• Parking and no-parking zones;

• Prohibited activities and conduct;

• Emergency and fire safety procedures.

9. Condition, Maintenance, and Repairs

• The Facility will maintain the general condition of the Property and access ways under its control, as required by law.

• The Owner must keep the Space reasonably clean and free from trash, loose parts, and spills caused by the Owner or the Vehicle.

• The Owner is responsible for any damage to the Space, fencing, gates, buildings, or other Facility property caused by the Owner, the Vehicle, or the Owner's guests, beyond normal wear and tear.

• The Owner must promptly notify the Facility of hazards, damage, or unsafe conditions in or around the Space that the Owner becomes aware of.

10. Insurance and Risk of Loss

• The Owner is responsible for insuring the Vehicle and any personal property stored in or on the Vehicle.

• The Owner understands that the Facility's insurance generally does not cover the Vehicle or its contents.

• The Owner stores the Vehicle at the Property at the Owner's own risk, except as otherwise required by applicable law or as expressly stated in this Agreement.

Nothing in this section permits the Facility to act fraudulently or ignore duties imposed by local law regarding premises safety.

11. Liens and Enforcement (If Allowed by Local Law)

Where permitted by applicable law, the Facility may have a lien on the Vehicle and its contents for unpaid storage fees and other lawful charges and may enforce that lien according to legal procedures, which can include written notices, denial of access, and sale or disposal of the Vehicle or contents after proper notice.

If local law does not permit such a lien, this section should be adapted or omitted.

12. Default and Remedies

12.1 Owner Default

The Owner is in default if the Owner:

• Fails to pay storage fees or other charges when due and does not cure within any applicable notice or grace period;

• Materially violates this Agreement or facility rules and does not cure within any required notice period;

• Uses the Property for illegal purposes.

If a default occurs, the Facility may take actions allowed by law, which may include:

• Written notice of default and an opportunity to cure;

• Termination of this Agreement;

• Denial of access to the Space or Vehicle as permitted by law;

• Enforcement of any lawful lien or other remedies.

12.2 Facility Default

The Facility is in default if it materially fails to perform obligations under this Agreement or applicable law after any required notice and cure period. The Owner's remedies will be those available under local law and under any lawful terms of this Agreement.

13. Termination and Removal of Vehicle

When this Agreement ends for any reason, the Owner will:

• Pay all fees and charges owed through the end of the term;

• Remove the Vehicle and all personal property from the Space and Property by the termination date or other agreed date;

• Leave the Space in reasonably clean condition, free of trash and abandoned items;

• Return any keys, gate cards, fobs, or remotes to the Facility.

If the Vehicle or other property remains after the termination date, the Facility may handle it according to applicable law, which may include notice, storage, towing, sale, or disposal procedures.

14. Notices

All notices under this Agreement must be in writing and delivered by one or more of the following methods, as permitted by law:

• Personal delivery;

• Certified or registered mail;

• Recognized courier service;

• Email to the addresses listed in Section 1, if both parties agree to accept email notices.

Notices will be sent to the addresses in Section 1 unless a party provides a new notice address in writing.

15. Miscellaneous

Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of [State/Province, Country].

Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with any written facility rules or addenda referenced in it, is the entire agreement between the parties regarding storage of the Vehicle and replaces any prior written or oral agreements on the same subject.

Amendments

Any change to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties, unless applicable law provides otherwise.

Severability

If any part of this Agreement is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect to the extent permitted by law.