Kansas Residential Lease Agreement

This Residential Lease Agreement (this "Agreement") is entered into on [[Agreement Date]] by and between [[Landlord Full Name]] ("Landlord"), whose address for notices is [[Landlord Notice Address]], and [[Tenant Full Name(s)]] ("Tenant"), jointly and severally. Landlord leases to Tenant and Tenant leases from Landlord the residential premises described below on the terms set forth in this Agreement.

1. Premises Landlord leases to Tenant the dwelling unit located at [[Property Full Street Address]], [[City]], Kansas [[ZIP Code]] (the "Premises"), including any appliances, fixtures, and furnishings listed in the attached Move-In Inventory (Exhibit A), if any. The Premises shall be used and occupied solely as a private residence by Tenant and the authorized occupants listed below. Tenant has inspected the Premises and accepts it in its present condition, except as noted in the inventory.

2. Occupants The Premises shall be occupied only by Tenant and the following additional authorized occupants: [[List of Additional Occupants or "None"]]. No other persons may reside at the Premises for more than [[Guest Stay Limit Days]] consecutive days or [[Guest Total Limit Days per Year]] total days in any calendar year without Landlord's prior written consent. Unauthorized occupants constitute a material breach.

3. Term The initial term of this Agreement is [[Lease Term Length, e.g. 12 months]], beginning on [[Lease Start Date]] and ending on [[Lease End Date]] (the "Lease Term"), unless sooner terminated or extended as provided herein. If Landlord is unable to deliver possession on the start date, Rent shall abate until possession is delivered. If possession is delayed more than [[Possession Delay Max Days]] days, either party may terminate this Agreement by written notice and Tenant shall receive a full refund of any prepaid amounts.

4. Rent Tenant shall pay monthly Rent in the amount of [[Monthly Rent Amount]], payable in advance on the [[Rent Due Day of Month]] day of each month. Rent is due without demand, deduction, or offset and shall be paid to Landlord by [[Payment Methods, e.g. check, electronic transfer]] at [[Payment Address or Instructions]]. The first month's Rent shall be prorated on a daily basis if the Term begins on a day other than the first of the month. Partial payments do not waive Landlord's rights or reinstate a tenancy after notice has been given.

5. Late Charges and Returned Payments Rent is late if not received by Landlord within [[Grace Period Days]] days after the due date. Tenant shall pay a late charge of [[Late Fee Amount or Percentage]]. Late fees must be a reasonable estimate of actual damages under Kansas law. A fee of [[NSF or Returned Payment Fee]] applies to any payment that is returned or dishonored. Acceptance of late rent or a late fee is not a waiver of any default.

6. Security Deposit Upon execution of this Agreement, Tenant shall pay a security deposit of [[Security Deposit Amount]]. Pursuant to K.S.A. 58-2550, for an unfurnished dwelling unit the security deposit shall not exceed one (1) month's periodic rent. For furnished units the maximum is one and one-half (1.5) months' rent. The deposit secures Tenant's faithful performance of the terms of this Agreement.

The deposit may be applied by Landlord to:

• Accrued but unpaid Rent
• Damages to the Premises beyond ordinary wear and tear caused by Tenant, occupants, or guests
• Cleaning costs necessary to return the Premises to the move-in condition (if required by the lease or if excessive soiling exists)

Upon termination of the tenancy, delivery of possession, and Tenant's provision of a forwarding address, Landlord shall provide Tenant with an itemized written statement of any deductions together with payment of any balance due within fourteen (14) days after determination of the amounts (but in no event later than thirty (30) days after termination of the tenancy). If Tenant does not demand return within thirty (30) days, Landlord shall mail the balance to Tenant's last known address.

If Landlord fails to comply with the return requirements of K.S.A. 58-2550, Tenant may recover the deposit due plus damages equal to one and one-half (1.5) times the amount wrongfully withheld.

The security deposit may not be applied by Tenant toward the last month's Rent unless Landlord agrees in writing.

7. Utilities and Services Tenant shall be responsible for payment of the following utilities and services: [[Tenant Paid Utilities List]]. Landlord shall be responsible for: [[Landlord Paid Utilities List]]. Tenant shall have all tenant-paid utilities placed in Tenant's name as of the Lease Start Date and shall maintain continuous service. Landlord is not liable for interruptions of utilities not within Landlord's reasonable control.

8. Use of Premises Tenant shall use the Premises only for lawful residential purposes and shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and rules. Tenant shall not permit any nuisance, noise, or activity that disturbs the quiet enjoyment of neighbors or other tenants. Tenant shall not conduct any business or commercial activity on the Premises without Landlord's prior written consent.

9. Pets No pets or animals of any kind are permitted on the Premises without Landlord's prior written consent, except for service animals or assistance animals as required by law. If consent is granted, Tenant shall pay a non-refundable pet fee of [[Pet Fee Amount]] and/or additional pet rent of [[Monthly Pet Rent]], and shall be responsible for all damage, odors, or waste caused by the pet. Tenant shall remove the pet upon request if it becomes a nuisance.

10. Smoking Smoking of any kind (including e-cigarettes and vaping) is [[Smoking Policy: Prohibited / Permitted only in designated areas / etc.]] inside the Premises or within [[Smoking Distance Feet]] feet of any entrance. Tenant is responsible for all damage, odors, and residue caused by smoking and shall pay for professional deodorizing and cleaning if required.

11. Parking and Vehicles Tenant is assigned [[Number of Parking Spaces]] parking space(s): [[Parking Space Description or "None"]]. Only operable, registered, and insured vehicles may be parked in assigned spaces. Inoperable, abandoned, or unauthorized vehicles may be towed at the vehicle owner's expense after any notice required by law. No vehicle repair or storage is permitted on the Premises except in emergencies.

12. Maintenance, Landlord Responsibilities Landlord shall maintain the Premises in a habitable condition and comply with all applicable building and housing codes. Landlord shall keep in good working order the structural components, roof, exterior walls, plumbing, electrical, heating, and cooling systems, and any appliances provided by Landlord. Landlord shall make repairs within a reasonable time after receiving written notice from Tenant, except in emergencies.

13. Maintenance, Tenant Responsibilities Tenant shall keep the Premises clean, sanitary, and safe; use all systems, appliances, and fixtures in a reasonable manner; replace light bulbs, HVAC filters, and batteries in smoke/CO detectors as needed; promptly notify Landlord in writing of any needed repairs or unsafe conditions; and surrender the Premises at the end of the tenancy in the same condition as received, reasonable wear and tear excepted. Tenant shall pay for all repairs made necessary by Tenant's, occupants', or guests' negligence or misuse.

14. Alterations and Improvements Tenant shall not make any alterations, additions, or improvements to the Premises, including painting, installing fixtures, satellite dishes, or additional locks, without Landlord's prior written consent. Any approved alterations become Landlord's property upon installation unless otherwise agreed in writing. Tenant shall not change or add locks without providing Landlord a key or access code.

15. Landlord's Right of Entry Landlord may enter the Premises for the following purposes: to inspect, make repairs or improvements, supply services, show the Premises to prospective tenants, purchasers, lenders, or contractors, or for other reasonable purposes.

Except in cases of emergency, Landlord shall give Tenant at least twenty-four (24) hours' advance written notice of entry and shall enter only during reasonable hours. In an emergency threatening life, health, or property, Landlord may enter without notice. Tenant shall not unreasonably withhold consent to entry for lawful purposes.

16. Renter's Insurance Tenant shall maintain renter's insurance throughout the Lease Term with personal liability coverage of at least [[Minimum Liability Coverage Amount]] and property coverage sufficient to protect Tenant's belongings. Tenant shall provide proof of insurance to Landlord upon request. Landlord's insurance does not cover Tenant's personal property or liability. Each party waives subrogation rights against the other to the extent of applicable insurance proceeds.

17. Liability and Indemnification Except to the extent caused by Landlord's negligence or willful misconduct or violation of law, Tenant assumes all risk of loss or damage to Tenant's property and the property of occupants and guests. Tenant shall indemnify, defend, and hold Landlord harmless from and against any claims, damages, or expenses arising from Tenant's use of the Premises or the acts or omissions of Tenant, occupants, or guests.

18. Assignment and Subletting Tenant shall not assign this Agreement or sublet the Premises or any part thereof without Landlord's prior written consent. Kansas law (K.S.A. 58-2551 and related provisions) requires written landlord consent to sublease unless the original lease expressly permits subletting. Any attempted assignment or sublease without consent is void. Tenant remains fully liable to Landlord for all obligations under this Agreement, including Rent and damages, even if a sublease is approved. Subtenant shall be bound by all terms of this Agreement and the master lease. The sublease term shall not exceed the remaining term of this Agreement.

19. Default and Remedies Tenant shall be in default if Tenant fails to pay Rent when due, fails to perform any other obligation under this Agreement, or violates any law. Upon material default, Landlord may give written notice specifying the breach. For non-payment of rent, Landlord may serve a notice to pay or quit in accordance with applicable Kansas law. For other breaches, Landlord may pursue all remedies available at law or in equity, including termination of this Agreement, recovery of possession, unpaid Rent, damages, and costs of collection. Landlord shall not engage in self-help eviction methods prohibited by Kansas law (such as lockouts or utility shutoffs).

After termination, Tenant remains liable for all Rent due for the balance of the Term, subject to Landlord's obligation to mitigate damages by making reasonable efforts to re-rent the Premises.

20. Abandonment If Tenant is absent from the Premises for a period equal to one-half the time for periodic rental payments (or longer), while Rent is unpaid, or if Tenant removes substantially all personal property, Landlord may treat the Premises as abandoned. Landlord may then terminate this Agreement and take possession in accordance with law.

21. Holdover If Tenant remains in possession after the expiration or termination of this Agreement without Landlord's written consent, Tenant shall be a holdover tenant. Tenant shall pay holdover rent of [[Holdover Daily Rate or Multiple of Rent]] per day (or such other amount as permitted by law) and shall be liable for all resulting damages, including lost rent and costs of eviction. With Landlord's consent but without a new written agreement, the tenancy shall convert to month-to-month on the same terms.

22. Surrender of Premises At the end of the tenancy, Tenant shall:

• Remove all personal property and debris
• Return all keys, access devices, garage openers, and remotes
• Leave the Premises broom-clean and in the same condition as at move-in, reasonable wear and tear excepted
• Provide Landlord with a written forwarding address
• Complete any required move-out inspection walkthrough if requested

23. Notices All notices under this Agreement shall be in writing and deemed delivered when personally delivered, or three (3) days after mailing by first-class mail, or one (1) day after deposit with a nationally recognized overnight courier, or upon confirmed email receipt if the parties have agreed to electronic notice.

Notices to Tenant may be delivered to the Premises or to [[Tenant Notice Email or Address]]. Notices to Landlord shall be sent to [[Landlord Notice Address]] or such other address as Landlord designates in writing.

24. Governing Law and Venue This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Kansas, without regard to conflicts of law principles. Any legal action arising out of this Agreement shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in the county where the Premises is situated.

25. Severability If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

26. Entire Agreement; Amendments This Agreement, including all exhibits and addenda attached hereto, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements. No modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless in writing and signed by both parties. Electronic signatures are valid and binding.

27. Waiver No waiver of any breach shall be deemed a waiver of any other or subsequent breach. The failure of either party to enforce any right or remedy shall not constitute a waiver.

28. Joint and Several Liability Each Tenant signing this Agreement is jointly and severally liable for all obligations hereunder.

29. Attorneys' Fees In any action or proceeding to enforce rights under this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys' fees and costs as permitted by Kansas law.

30. Time of Essence Time is of the essence with respect to all dates and time periods in this Agreement.

31. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (Pre-1978 Properties) If the Premises was built before 1978, federal law requires disclosure of known lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards. Landlord has provided Tenant with:

• EPA pamphlet "Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home"
• Any known lead-based paint and/or lead hazards in the housing (disclosed here or in an addendum): [[Known Lead Paint or Hazards Disclosure or "None known"]]
• Records and reports pertaining to lead-based paint (attached or noted): [[Lead Records or "None"]]

Tenant acknowledges receipt of the above disclosures and pamphlet by signing this Agreement or a separate disclosure form.

32. Other Disclosures Landlord discloses the following (if applicable):

• Presence of any known mold or water damage issues: [[Mold Disclosure or "None known"]]
• Any death on the Premises within the prior three years (to the best of Landlord's knowledge): [[Death Disclosure or "None"]]
• Flood zone or flood history: [[Flood Disclosure]]
• Any other material defects or conditions required to be disclosed under Kansas law: [[Additional Disclosures]]

33. Servicemembers Civil Relief Act A Tenant who is a servicemember may have rights to terminate this Agreement early under the federal Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (50 U.S.C. § 3955) upon providing written notice and a copy of military orders.

34. Exhibits and Addenda The following exhibits and addenda are attached and incorporated by reference:

• Exhibit A: Move-In/Move-Out Inventory and Condition Checklist
• Exhibit B: Rules and Regulations (if any)
• Exhibit C: Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Addendum (if pre-1978)
• Exhibit D: Pet Addendum (if applicable)
• Additional: [[List Additional Addenda or "None"]]

35. Signatures

LANDLORD:

Signature: __________________________________________ Date: ___________

Printed Name: [[Landlord Full Name]]

Title (if applicable): [[Landlord Title or "Individual"]]

TENANT(S):

Signature: __________________________________________ Date: ___________

Printed Name: [[Tenant Full Name 1]]

Signature: __________________________________________ Date: ___________

Printed Name: [[Tenant Full Name 2 or Additional]]

GUARANTOR (if any):

The undersigned Guarantor personally guarantees Tenant's full and timely performance of all obligations under this Agreement.

Signature: __________________________________________ Date: ___________

Printed Name: [[Guarantor Full Name]], -

*This is a sample template for use in Kansas. It is not legal advice. All parties should consult current Kansas statutes (including K.S.A. Chapter 58, Article 25), local ordinances, and qualified legal counsel before using or signing. Statutory references and requirements are believed accurate as of 2026; verify for any updates or local variations. Figures and clauses must be customized to the specific transaction and jurisdiction.*