1. Premises
Landlord leases to Tenant, and Tenant leases from Landlord, the residential premises located at:
[[Full Rental Property Address, Including Unit/Apartment Number if Applicable]]
[[City]], Alaska [[ZIP Code]]
(the "Premises").
The Premises include the dwelling unit and the following: [[Assigned Parking Space(s) or "None"]], [[Storage Unit or "None"]], and furnishings/appliances listed in the attached Move-In Inventory (Exhibit A) or: [[List Major Furnishings or "Unfurnished"]].
Tenant has inspected the Premises (or has had the opportunity to inspect) and accepts the Premises in its present condition, subject only to the written exceptions noted in the Move-In/Move-Out Checklist.
2. Term of Lease
Lease Start Date (Move-In Date): [[Lease Start Date]]
Lease End Date: [[Lease End Date]]
Initial Term: [[Number of Months or "Month-to-Month"]]
This Lease shall begin on the Start Date and end on the End Date unless terminated earlier or extended as provided herein. If the tenancy continues after the End Date without a new written agreement, it shall convert to a month-to-month tenancy on the same terms, terminable by either party with thirty (30) days' written notice as required by Alaska Stat. § 34.03.290.
3. Rent
Monthly Rent: $[[Monthly Rent Amount]]
Due Date: Rent is due in advance on the [[Day of Month, e.g. 1st]] day of each calendar month.
Payment Method: [[e.g. Electronic transfer to [[Account Details]], check mailed to [[Address]], or other]] payable to [[Payee Name]].
Proration: If the Start Date is not the first of the month, the first month's rent shall be prorated on a daily basis for the partial month.
Place of Payment: Rent and all other sums due shall be paid to Landlord at the address above or such other place as Landlord may designate in writing.
4. Late Fees and Returned Payments
Rent is considered late if not received by Landlord on or before the [[Grace Period, e.g. 5th]] day of the month (or the next business day if the due date falls on a weekend or holiday).
If rent is late, Tenant shall pay a late fee of $[[Late Fee Amount or Percentage, e.g. $50 or 5% of monthly rent]]. Late fees must be a reasonable estimate of the costs incurred by Landlord due to late payment.
A fee of $[[NSF / Returned Payment Fee Amount]] applies to any payment returned for insufficient funds, stopped payment, or other dishonor.
Landlord reserves all rights and remedies under Alaska law for nonpayment, including service of notices to pay or quit.
5. Security Deposit
Upon execution of this Lease, Tenant shall pay a security deposit of $[[Security Deposit Amount]] (the "Deposit").
Under Alaska Stat. § 34.03.070, the security deposit shall not exceed two (2) months' rent, except that a larger amount may be required if the Premises are to be occupied by pets, subject to any limits imposed by law or local ordinance.
The Deposit secures Tenant's faithful performance of all terms of this Lease. Landlord may apply the Deposit to remedy Tenant defaults in payment of rent, repair of damage to the Premises beyond ordinary wear and tear, and cleaning necessary to return the Premises to move-in condition.
Return of Deposit: Within fourteen (14) days after termination of the tenancy and Tenant's vacating the Premises, Landlord shall return the Deposit to Tenant together with an itemized statement of any deductions, or provide an itemized statement of deductions and return any balance within thirty (30) days if deductions are claimed. Failure to provide an itemized statement when required may result in forfeiture of the right to make deductions.
Tenant may not apply the Deposit as last month's rent without Landlord's prior written consent.
A Move-In/Move-Out Checklist (Exhibit A) will be completed at move-in and move-out. Tenant is encouraged to document the condition of the Premises with photographs or video at move-in.
6. Utilities and Services
Utilities Paid by Landlord: [[List, e.g. water, sewer, trash, or "None"]]
Utilities Paid by Tenant: [[List, e.g. electricity, gas, internet, cable, or "All other utilities"]]
Tenant shall place all Tenant-paid utilities in Tenant's name as of the Start Date and maintain service throughout the tenancy. Tenant shall not allow utilities to be disconnected.
Landlord is not liable for interruption of utilities or services beyond Landlord's reasonable control.
7. Occupants and Use of Premises
The Premises shall be occupied only by Tenant and the following additional authorized occupants: [[Names and Ages of Additional Occupants or "None"]].
The Premises shall be used solely as a private residence. Tenant shall not conduct any business, profession, or trade from the Premises that violates zoning, increases insurance costs, or creates a nuisance.
Tenant shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and the Rules and Regulations attached as Exhibit B (if any).
8. Guests and Extended Stays
Guests may stay for up to [[Maximum Guest Stay Without Consent, e.g. 14 consecutive days or 30 total days in any calendar year]] without prior written consent. Any guest staying longer shall be considered an unauthorized occupant unless Landlord consents in writing. Tenant is responsible for the conduct of all guests.
9. Pets
Pet Policy: [[No pets allowed / Pets allowed with prior written consent and additional deposit or rent / Specific pets permitted: [[Describe]] ]]
If pets are permitted, Tenant shall pay a non-refundable pet fee or additional security deposit of $[[Pet Deposit or Fee Amount]] (subject to the security deposit limits above).
Tenant is responsible for all damage caused by pets, including but not limited to carpet, flooring, walls, and yard. Tenant shall comply with all pet rules, leash laws, and cleanup requirements.
Assistance animals required by law are permitted with reasonable documentation; no pet fee applies to qualified assistance animals.
10. Smoking Policy
Smoking of any kind (including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cannabis, or other substances) is [[Prohibited inside the Premises and within 25 feet of entrances / Permitted only in designated outdoor areas / Other: [[Specify]]]].
Tenant is responsible for all damage and odors caused by smoking.
11. Maintenance and Repairs - Landlord Obligations
Landlord shall:
- Comply with all applicable building and housing codes materially affecting health and safety.
- Maintain the Premises in a habitable condition, including structural components, plumbing, electrical, heating, and supplied appliances in good working order.
- Keep common areas clean and safe.
- Supply running water, reasonable amounts of hot water, and reasonable heat as required by Alaska law and local codes.
Landlord shall make repairs within a reasonable time after receiving written notice from Tenant, except in emergencies.
12. Maintenance and Repairs - Tenant Obligations
Tenant shall:
- Keep the Premises clean, sanitary, and free from hazards, trash, and pests caused by Tenant.
- Properly use and operate all electrical, plumbing, heating, and appliances.
- Dispose of all trash and recyclables in provided containers.
- Replace light bulbs, HVAC filters, and smoke/CO detector batteries as needed.
- Promptly notify Landlord in writing of any needed repairs, dangerous conditions, or defects.
- Not destroy, deface, damage, impair, or remove any part of the Premises.
- Pay for repair or replacement of damage caused by Tenant's negligence, misuse, or that of Tenant's guests or pets, beyond ordinary wear and tear.
13. Alterations and Improvements
Tenant shall not make any alterations, additions, or improvements to the Premises (including painting, installing fixtures, satellite dishes, or changing locks) without Landlord's prior written consent. Any approved improvements become Landlord's property upon termination unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Tenant shall not change or add locks without providing Landlord a copy of the new key within 24 hours.
14. Landlord's Right of Entry
Landlord may enter the Premises under the following circumstances and with the following notice:
- In case of emergency (no notice required).
- To make necessary or agreed repairs, decorations, alterations, or improvements, supply necessary or agreed services, or exhibit the Premises to prospective or actual purchasers, tenants, workmen, or contractors - with at least twenty-four (24) hours reasonable notice (except in emergency).
- To inspect the Premises, with at least twenty-four (24) hours notice.
- Pursuant to court order.
- If Tenant has abandoned or surrendered the Premises.
- With Tenant's consent.
Landlord shall enter at reasonable times and in a reasonable manner. Tenant shall not unreasonably withhold consent to Landlord's entry for lawful purposes.
15. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (Pre-1978 Housing)
Housing built before 1978: If the Premises were built before 1978, Landlord has provided Tenant with the required lead-based paint disclosure and pamphlet as mandated by federal law (42 U.S.C. 4852d) and Alaska requirements. Tenant acknowledges receipt of the disclosure form and EPA pamphlet "Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home."
[[Mark if applicable: The Premises were built before 1978: Yes / No / Unknown]]
16. Renter's Insurance
Tenant is strongly encouraged (and may be required) to obtain renter's insurance with personal property and liability coverage of at least $[[Minimum Liability Amount, e.g. 100,000]] per occurrence. Tenant's insurance shall be primary for Tenant's personal property and liability.
Landlord's insurance does not cover Tenant's personal belongings or liability. Each party waives subrogation rights to the extent of insurance proceeds.
17. Assignment and Subletting
Tenant shall not assign this Lease or sublet the Premises or any portion thereof without Landlord's prior written consent. Any attempted assignment or sublease without consent is void and constitutes a material breach.
18. Default and Remedies
Tenant is in default if Tenant:
- Fails to pay rent when due and does not cure within the period provided by notice.
- Violates any other term of this Lease and fails to cure within ten (10) days after written notice (or seven (7) days for nonpayment).
- Abandons or vacates the Premises.
- Engages in conduct that constitutes a material breach involving health, safety, or criminal activity.
Upon default, Landlord may pursue all remedies available under Alaska Stat. § 34.03, including termination of the tenancy, recovery of possession through unlawful detainer, recovery of unpaid rent, damages, costs, and reasonable attorneys' fees.
Landlord shall not use self-help eviction methods prohibited by law.
19. Holdover
If Tenant remains in possession after the expiration or termination of this Lease without Landlord's written consent, Tenant shall become a holdover tenant. Landlord may treat the holdover as a month-to-month tenancy or pursue immediate eviction. Tenant shall pay rent at the rate of [[Holdover Rent Multiplier, e.g. 150%]] of the regular monthly rent, plus any additional damages.
20. Casualty and Destruction
If the Premises are damaged by fire or other casualty not caused by Tenant so as to be uninhabitable, Rent shall abate proportionately. If the Premises cannot be restored within a reasonable time (approximately [[Number of Days, e.g. 60]] days), either party may terminate this Lease by written notice.
21. Condemnation
If all or a material portion of the Premises is taken by eminent domain, this Lease shall terminate as to the portion taken. Rent shall be adjusted accordingly. Any award for the taking belongs to Landlord, except Tenant may pursue a separate claim for moving expenses or leasehold improvements if permitted by law.
22. Notices
All notices required or permitted under this Lease or by Alaska law shall be in writing and shall be deemed delivered when personally delivered, or three (3) days after mailing by certified mail, or one (1) business day after deposit with overnight courier, to the addresses set forth above (or such other address as a party designates in writing).
23. Governing Law and Venue
This Lease shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Alaska, including Alaska Stat. § 34.03 (Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act). Any legal action shall be brought in the Alaska District Court for the judicial district in which the Premises are located.
24. Entire Agreement; Modifications; Severability
This Lease, including all exhibits attached hereto, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties. No oral agreements or representations shall be binding. Any modification must be in writing and signed by both parties.
If any provision is held invalid, the remainder shall remain in full force.
25. Waiver
No waiver of any breach shall be deemed a waiver of any subsequent breach. Acceptance of rent with knowledge of a breach does not waive the breach unless in writing.
26. Binding Effect
This Lease shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties, their heirs, successors, and permitted assigns.
27. Exhibits
The following exhibits are attached and incorporated:
- Exhibit A: Move-In / Move-Out Inventory and Condition Checklist
- Exhibit B: Rules and Regulations (if any)
- Exhibit C: Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (if applicable)
- Exhibit D: Other: [[Describe]]
28. Signatures
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Alaska Residential Lease Agreement as of the date first written above.
Landlord:
Signature: ________________________________________________
Printed Name: [[Landlord Full Legal Name or Entity Representative]]
Title: [[Owner / Authorized Agent]]
Date: [[Lease Execution Date]]
Tenant:
Signature: ________________________________________________
Printed Name: [[Tenant Full Legal Name]]
Date: [[Lease Execution Date]]
Additional Tenant (if any):
Signature: ________________________________________________
Printed Name: [[Additional Tenant Name]]
Date: [[Lease Execution Date]]
29. Acknowledgment of Receipt of Keys and Documents
Tenant acknowledges receipt of:
- [[Number]] keys / key fobs / remotes to the Premises
30. Disclaimer
This is a template lease agreement only and does not constitute legal advice. Residential landlord-tenant relationships in Alaska are governed by Alaska Stat. § 34.03 (Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act) and other applicable state and federal laws. Security deposit limits, notice requirements, habitability standards, entry rules, and eviction procedures are strictly regulated. Lead paint disclosures are mandatory for pre-1978 housing. Laws and interpretations may change; local municipal ordinances may impose additional requirements. Both Landlord and Tenant should review this document with a licensed Alaska attorney or qualified housing professional before signing. The parties are responsible for ensuring compliance with all current legal requirements applicable to their specific property and situation.
Key Sources and References (as of June 2026):
- Alaska Stat. § 34.03.010 et seq. (Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act).
- Alaska Stat. § 34.03.070 (Security deposits - limits and return deadlines).
- Alaska Stat. § 34.03.140 (Landlord right of entry - 24-hour notice).
- Alaska Stat. § 34.03.160 (Landlord to supply possession and maintain fit premises - habitability).
- 42 U.S.C. § 4852d and 24 CFR Part 35 (Lead-Based Paint Disclosure).
- Alaska Court System forms and unlawful detainer procedures.
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