HOUSING AUTHORITY RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT

HOUSING AUTHORITY RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT

THIS LEASE IS IN TWO PARTS:

Part I establishes the Terms and Conditions of the lease.

These apply to all residents; Part II is a lease contract. This is executed by the resident and the Moline Housing Authority, includes Part I Terms and Conditions (by reference) and the following information specific to each family's circumstances: Identification of all members of Tenant household by relationship to the Head of

the Household, their social security numbers or certification on file that they do not have a Social Security Number, ages (at the time of lease execution) and dates of birth (DOB); Unit address, occupancy date, and unit number; Pro-rated and full monthly rent amount, security deposit required, pro-rated and full monthly utility allowance provided (if any), pro-rated and full monthly utility reimbursement (if any) and the amount of any other charges due under the lease; Utilities and appliances provided by the Housing Authority with the unit; All pamphlets or informational materials provided to Tenant; Signature line for the parties to the lease (all adult members of Tenant household age 18 and older must sign the lease); Emergency telephone number for Tenant to use if maintenance problems aris e with the unit outside of normal Moline Housing Authority working hours.

Adopted: 1/6/10 Resolution: 614

PART I OF THE RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT: TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Housing Authority

THIS LEASE AGREEMENT (called the "Lease") is between the Moline Housing Authority (called "Housing Authority") and Tenant named in Part II of this lease (called "Tenant"). [24 C.F.R. ? 966.4 (a)] (This refers to the Code of Federal Regulations which is the source or reference unless stated otherwise).

I. Description of the Parties and Premises: [966.4 (a)]

1. The Housing Authority, using verified data about income, family composition, and needs, leases to Tenant, the property (called "premises" or "dwelling unit") described in Part II of this Lease Agreement, subject to the terms and conditions contained in this lease. [966.4 (a)]

2. Premises must be used only as a private residence, solely for Tenant and the household members named on Part II of the Lease. Tenant is required to physically maintain residence in the dwelling unit. The Housing Authority may, by prior written approval, consent to Tenant's use of the unit for legal profitmaking activities incidental to the residential use subject to the Housing Authority's policy on such activities. [966.4 (d)(1 & 2)]

3. Any additions to the household members named on the Lease, including Live-in Aides and foster children, but excluding natural births, require the advance written approval of the Housing Authority. Such approval will be granted only if the new family members pass the Housing Authority's screening criteria and a unit of the appropriate size is available. Permission to add Live-in Aides and foster children shall not be unreasonably refused. [966.4 (d)(3)(i)] Tenant agrees to wait for the Housing Authority's approval before allowing additional persons to live in the Premises. Failure on the part of Tenant to comply with this provision is a serious violation of the material terms of the lease, for which the Housing Authority may terminate the lease in accordance with Section XVII. [966.4 (k)(2)]

4. The Tenant shall report deletions of any household members named on the Lease for any reason from the household to the Housing Authority in writing, within 10 days of the occurrence. [966.4 (c)(1) & (2) & (f)(3)]

II. Lease and Amount of Rent

1. This Lease is for an initial term of one (1) year. Thereafter, unless otherwise modified or terminated in accordance with Section XVII; this Lease shall automatically be renewed for successive terms of one year. [966.4 (a)(1)] Families will be required to execute a new lease each year during the annual MHA household reexamination. The rent amount is stated in Part II of this Lease. Rent shall remain in effect unless adjusted by the Housing Authority in

Adopted: 1/6/10

Resolution: 614

accordance with Section VII herein. [966.4 (c)] The amount of the Total Tenant Payment and Tenant Rent shall be determined by the Housing Authority in compliance with HUD regulations and requirements and in accordance with the Housing Authority's Admissions and Occupancy Policy. [966.4 (c)]

2. Rent is DUE and PAYABLE in advance on the first day of each month and shall be considered delinquent after the fifth calendar day of the month. Rent may include utilities as described in Section VII below, and includes all maintenance services due to normal wear and tear. [966.4 (b)(1), (e)(1) & (3)] When the Housing Authority makes any change in the amount of Total Tenant Payment or Tenant Rent, the Housing Authority shall give written notice to Tenant. The notice shall state the new amount, and the date from which the new amount is applicable. Rent re-determinations are subject to Section VII, herein, and the Administrative Grievance Procedure. The notice shall also state that Tenant may ask for an explanation of how the amount is computed by the Housing Authority. If Tenant asks for an explanation, the Housing Authority shall respond in a reasonable amount of time. [966.4 (c)(4)]

III. Other Charges in addition to rent, Tenant is responsible for the payment of certain other charges specified in this lease. The type(s) and amount(s) of other charges are specified in Part II of this Lease Agreement. Other charges can include: [966.4 (b)(2)]

1. Maintenance costs -- The cost for services or repairs due to intentional or negligent damage to the dwelling unit, common areas or grounds beyond normal wear and tear, caused by Tenant, household members or by guests. When the Housing Authority determines that needed maintenance is not caused by normal wear and tear, Tenant shall be charged for the cost of such service, either in accordance with the Schedule of Maintenance Charge posted by the Authority or (for work not listed on the Schedule of Maintenance Chares) based on the actual cost rounded to the nearest dollar to the Housing Authority for the labor and materials needed to complete the work. If overtime work is required, overtime rates shall be charged. [966.4 (b)(2)]

2. Excess Utility Charge ? At developments where utilities are provided by the Housing Authority, a charge shall be assessed for excess utility consumption due to the operation of major tenant-supplied appliances. This charge does not apply to Tenants who pay their utilities directly to a utility supplier. See Part II of this Lease for specifics. [966.4(b)(3)]

3. Late Charges -- A late charge of $25.00 for rent or other charges will be due and collectible two weeks after the Housing Authority has given written notice of the charges. [966.4 (b)(3)]

4. The Housing Authority shall provide written notice of the amount of any charge in addition to Tenant Rent, and when the charge is due. Charges in addition to rent are due no sooner than two weeks after Tenant receives the Housing Authority's written notice of the charge. [966.4 (b)(4)]

Adopted: 1/6/10

Resolution: 614

5. Yard Clean-up Charge ? A charge of $25.00 will be imposed if trash and garbage are not disposed of in garbage containers.

IV. Payment Location

Rent and other charges shall be paid at the management office where the tenant resides or at other locations specifically designated for the development where the tenant resides. The management office is located at 4141 ? 11th Avenue A., Moline, Illinois. There are drop boxes at Hillside and Spring Valley. However, if needed as a reasonable accommodation, the Housing Authority shall make other arrangements for payment of rent at the specific request of the tenant. [8.24(a)(1)(2) and (b)]

V. Security Deposit

1. Tenant Responsibilities: Tenant agrees to pay an amount $125.00 for multifamily developments and hi-rises. The dollar amount of the security deposit is noted on Part II of this Residential Lease. [966.4 (b)(5)]

2. Housing Authority's Responsibilities: The Housing Authority may use the Security Deposit at the termination of this Lease:

a. To pay the cost of unpaid rent, damages listed on the Move-Out Inspection Report or other unpaid charges in addition to rent under the lease owed by Tenant at the termination of this lease.

b. To reimburse the cost of repairing any intentional or negligent damages to the dwelling unit caused by Tenant, household members or guests.

3. The Housing Authority shall not charge a higher security deposit for tenants with disabilities who use wheelchairs and/or have service or companion animals necessary as a reasonable accommodation. The Security Deposit may not be used to pay rent or other charges while Tenant occupies the dwelling unit. No refund of the Security Deposit will be made until Tenant has vacated, and the dwelling unit has been inspected by the Housing Authority. If no deductions are necessary the return of a security deposit shall occur within 30 days after Tenant moves out, pursuant to Illinois Security Deposit Return Act. The Housing Authority agrees to return the Security Deposit (subject to applicable laws), if any, to Tenant when he/she vacates, less any deductions for any costs indicated above, so long as Tenant furnishes the Housing Authority with a forwarding address. If any deductions are made from the security deposit, the Housing Authority will furnish Tenant with a written itemized statement of any such damages, and the cost of damage and/or other charges deducted from the Security Deposit within thirty (30) days of tenant vacate date.

VI. Utilities and Appliances [966.4 (b)(1)]

1. Housing Authority-Supplied Utilities: If indicated by an (X) on Part II of the Lease Agreement, the Housing Authority will supply the indicated utility:

Adopted: 1/6/10

Resolution: 614

electricity, natural gas, heating fuel, water, sewer service. The Housing Authority will not be liable for the failure to supply utility service for any cause whatsoever beyond its control. If indicated by an (X) on Part II of the Lease Agreement, the Housing Authority will provide a cooking range and refrigerator. Other major electrical appliances, air conditioners, freezers, extra refrigerators, washers, dryers, space heaters etc., may be installed only upon prior submission of written notice to the Housing Authority, with the prior written approval from the Housing Authority and pursuant to relevant Housing Authority Policies. A monthly service charge will be payable by Tenant for the electricity used in the operation of such appliances, as provided in Part II of this Lease shown on the Schedule posted in the Project Office. [966.4 (b)(2)]

2. Tenant Responsibilities: Tenant agrees not to waste the utilities provided by the Housing Authority and to comply with any applicable law, regulation, or guideline of any governmental entity regulating utilities or fuels. [966.4 (f)(8)] Tenant also agrees to abide by any local ordinance or Housing Authority rules restricting or prohibiting the use of space heaters in multi-dwelling units. [966.4(f)(8)] Tenant also agrees to abide by any laws, local ordinance or Housing Authority rules limiting, restricting or prohibiting the use of space heaters in dwelling units.

VII. Terms and Conditions

The following terms and conditions of occupancy are made a part of the Lease.

1. Use and Occupancy of Dwelling: Tenant shall have the right to exclusive use and occupancy of the dwelling unit for Tenant and other household members listed on the lease. With the prior written consent of the Housing Authority, members of the household may engage in legal profit making activities in the dwelling unit incidental to the residential use. [966.4 (d) (1) & (2)]

2. This provision permits accommodation of Tenant's guests or visitors for a period not exceeding fourteen (14) consecutive days or a total of thirty (30) cumulative calendar days during any 12 month period. Tenant must inform their Housing Coordinator and sign in all guests or visitors that will be present in the unit for more than three (3) consecutive nights. Permission may be granted, upon written request to the Coordinator, for an extension of this provision. [966.4 (d)(1)]

3. Ability to comply with Lease terms: If, during the term of this Lease, Tenant, by reason of physical or mental impairment, is no longer able to comply with the material provisions of this lease and cannot make arrangements for someone to aid him/her in complying with the lease, and the Housing Authority cannot make any reasonable accommodation that would enable Tenant to comply with the lease; THEN, the Tenant, or designated member(s) of Tenant's family will find more suitable housing and move the Tenant from the dwelling unit. At the time of admission, all Tenants must identify the family member(s) to be contacted if they become unable to comply with lease terms.

Adopted: 1/6/10

Resolution: 614

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