Rental Application Form - California

Property & Unit Details

The Applicant applies to rent the property at [Property Address], including unit number and parking/storage where applicable. Proposed lease term is [e.g., 12 months] commencing on [Desired Move‑in Date]. The Applicant acknowledges that rent control or local registration requirements, if any, may affect renewal options and notices.

Personal & Identification

Applicant will provide full legal name ([Full Legal Name]), date of birth ([Date of Birth]), and government‑issued ID ([Government ID]) for verification. If multiple applicants apply jointly, each must submit a complete application and consent to screening.

Household & Occupancy

List all intended occupants with names and ages:

[Names and ages of all occupants]

Occupancy is limited to those disclosed and approved. Any change in household composition requires prior written consent from the Landlord.

Income & Employment

Provide current employer ([Current Employer]), position ([Position]), gross monthly income ([Gross Monthly Income]), supervisor contact ([Supervisor Contact]), and length of employment ([Length of Employment]). Applicants may include alternative income (benefits, savings, guarantor) and are encouraged to attach proof such as pay stubs or award letters.

Residential History

List current and prior addresses for at least [period], including landlord names, contact information, rent amounts, and reasons for leaving.

[Residential history details]

Incomplete or unverifiable history may delay processing.

Pets & Assistance Animals

Disclose all pets (type, breed, weight):

[Pets disclosure]

Assistance animals are not pets and are evaluated under applicable disability accommodation rules; no pet fees apply to qualifying assistance animals.

Vehicles & Parking

Provide make, model, year, and license plate for all vehicles to be kept on premises:

[Vehicles information]

Parking availability, if offered, may be separately licensed or assigned.

Screening Authorization

By signing, Applicant authorizes credit, criminal, eviction, and rental history checks, as well as employment and reference verification. Screening will be conducted consistent with fair housing and privacy requirements.

Application Fee & Holding Deposit (if offered)

A non‑refundable application fee of [Amount] may be charged for processing. Any optional holding deposit will be handled per written terms provided at the time of offer, including return triggers and deadlines.

Acknowledgments

Submission of this application does not create a tenancy or guarantee approval. False, incomplete, or misleading information may result in denial or later termination subject to applicable law.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date written above.