101 Judges Bench Ct

Lease terms

Minimum 12-month lease term. Monthly rent is $2,599.00 and is due on the 1st day of each month. A security deposit of $2,599.00 is required and must be paid in full prior to move-in. Rent payments, security deposit, and all other charges shall be handled in accordance with the Lease Agreement and applicable North Carolina law. A late fee of $150 will be assessed for rent not paid as required under the Lease Agreement and applicable North Carolina law. Tenant is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and paying all utility and service charges associated with the property, including but not limited to electricity, gas, water, sewer, trash/recycling, internet, cable, and any other utility or service fees. All required utilities must remain active throughout the lease term. This is a strictly non-smoking and non-vaping property. Smoking, vaping, use of tobacco products, marijuana products, or similar substances is prohibited anywhere on the property, including inside the residence, garage, sunroom, patio areas, or any other structures located on the property. Tenant is responsible for ensuring all occupants, guests, and visitors comply with this restriction. No pets of any kind are permitted without prior written consent from the Owner. Unauthorized pets or animals shall constitute a violation of the Lease Agreement. Maximum occupancy is limited to six (6) residents. All occupants 18 years of age or older must complete the required application process, pass screening requirements, and receive approval from the Owner prior to occupancy. Unauthorized occupants are strictly prohibited. Owner is responsible for routine lawn maintenance and HVAC filter replacement. Tenant is responsible for maintaining the property in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition and for routine upkeep and minor maintenance, including but not limited to replacing interior light bulbs, replacing batteries for tenant-accessible devices, maintaining cleanliness of all interior areas, appliances, fixtures, and exterior areas under Tenant's control. Tenant is responsible for properly disposing of trash and recycling, maintaining sinks, toilets, showers, bathtubs, and plumbing fixtures in a clean condition, preventing clogged drains and toilets caused by improper use, keeping appliances clean and properly maintained, cleaning accessible appliance areas such as refrigerator interiors, dishwasher filters, and dryer lint screens when applicable, and keeping kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans and vents free from excessive dust or debris. Tenant is responsible for keeping patios, walkways, entrances, and exterior areas under Tenant's control clean and free of trash, debris, and personal belongings. Tenant shall take reasonable steps to prevent pest issues through proper cleanliness, food storage, and waste disposal. Tenant must promptly notify Owner of any leaks, water damage, electrical issues, HVAC concerns, appliance problems, safety hazards, or other maintenance issues to prevent additional damage. Tenant shall be responsible for all costs associated with damage caused by Tenant, occupants, guests, invitees, negligence, misuse, abuse, unauthorized alterations, or failure to properly maintain the property. Tenant shall not make repairs, alterations, modifications, or improvements to the property without prior written approval from Owner. Tenant must maintain renters insurance throughout the entire lease term and provide proof of coverage upon request by Owner. Tenant agrees to comply with all applicable HOA rules, regulations, bylaws, community standards, restrictions, and any future amendments adopted during the tenancy. Tenant is responsible for any violations, fines, penalties, or charges resulting from actions of Tenant, occupants, guests, or invitees. The property is intended solely for residential use. Subleasing, assignment of the lease, short-term rentals, vacation rentals, Airbnb, Vrbo, room rentals, or any similar occupancy arrangements are strictly prohibited without prior written consent from the Owner. Commercial activities, business operations that create customer traffic or disturbances, and any unlawful activities are prohibited. Applicants are subject to credit, background, rental history, income, and identity verification screening. Application and screening fees are the responsibility of the applicant and are non-refundable except as required by law. Failure to comply with lease terms, HOA requirements, occupancy limits, insurance requirements, payment obligations, maintenance responsibilities, smoking restrictions, pet restrictions, or property-use restrictions may constitute a lease violation and may result in enforcement actions as permitted by the Lease Agreement and applicable North Carolina law.