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This Co-Tenant Lease Agreement is essential for situations where multiple tenants wish to share a residential property in New Zealand. It is designed to comply with the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 and subsequent amendments, while addressing the specific needs of shared living arrangements. The document is particularly relevant for residential properties where tenants share common areas and facilities, establishing clear guidelines for rent payment, maintenance responsibilities, and dispute resolution. The agreement includes provisions for joint and several liability, ensuring all co-tenants are collectively responsible for meeting tenancy obligations. It's commonly used in urban areas, student accommodation, and shared housing situations where multiple unrelated individuals occupy the same property.

1. Parties: Identifies all parties to the agreement including the landlord and all co-tenants

2. Background: Sets out the context of the agreement, including property details and the intention to create a co-tenancy

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Term of Tenancy: Specifies the duration of the tenancy, including start date and whether fixed-term or periodic

5. Rent and Bond: Details the total rent, payment method, due dates, and bond amount

6. Co-Tenants' Joint and Several Liability: Establishes that co-tenants are jointly and severally liable for rent and obligations under the agreement

7. Utilities and Outgoings: Specifies responsibility for utility payments and other ongoing costs

8. Property Care and Maintenance: Outlines tenants' responsibilities for property care and maintenance

9. Landlord's Obligations: Lists all obligations of the landlord under the agreement and relevant legislation

10. House Rules and Quiet Enjoyment: Sets out basic rules for living in the property and ensures quiet enjoyment rights

11. Repairs and Alterations: Procedures for requesting repairs and restrictions on alterations to the property

12. Insurance: Details insurance requirements and responsibilities

13. Access and Inspections: Specifies conditions under which the landlord may access the property

14. Termination: Outlines processes and conditions for ending the tenancy

15. Dispute Resolution: Procedures for resolving disputes between parties