👥 Roommate Agreement
Add Occupants to Existing Lease — Screen First
Screen New Occupants Before Signing: Adding an occupant without a proper addendum means they have no legal obligation to the landlord. If the original tenant moves out, the new occupant has no lease. This agreement covers rent splits, shared responsibilities, utilities, house rules, and obligations. Always run a full screening check before adding any new occupant.
🏠 Original Lease Reference
👤 Existing Tenant(s)
👥 New Roommate(s) Being Added
Screening Required: Run a full background and credit check on the new roommate before signing. Use Screening Authorization to get consent first.
💰 Financial Terms
📜 House Rules
👔 Signatures
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Adding an occupant to an existing lease without a proper addendum is a significant legal and financial risk. Without documentation, the new occupant is a guest, not a tenant — meaning they have no legal obligation to pay rent or maintain the property if the original tenant leaves.
Screen Every New Occupant
Many landlords make the mistake of screening the original tenant but not screening added roommates. Apply the same standards: income verification, credit check, background check. Get signed screening authorization from the new occupant before pulling any report.
Landlord vs. Tenant Roommate Agreement
- This agreement (landlord-tenant addendum): Adds the new occupant to the lease, making them legally responsible to the landlord
- Private roommate agreement (between tenants): Addresses internal rules between co-tenants but doesn't bind the new person to the landlord
Always use the landlord-tenant addendum to create a direct obligation. The private roommate agreement between tenants is supplemental, not a substitute.
⚖ Legal Disclaimer
These forms are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. FCRA requirements are complex and strictly enforced — violations carry statutory damages of $100–$1,000 per violation plus actual damages and attorney fees. Fair Housing law prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics. Apply screening criteria consistently to all applicants. Consult a qualified attorney before making screening decisions. See our editorial standards for accuracy details.
