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FLOOD DISCLOSURE NOTICE

In accordance with Texas law, we are providing the following flood disclosure:

• We  are or 
X are not aware that the unit you are renting is located in a 100-year floodplain. If
neither box is checked, you should assume the unit is in a 100-year floodplain. Even if the unit is not
in a 100-year floodplain, the unit may still be susceptible to flooding. The Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) maintains a flood map on its Internet website that is searchable by
address, at no cost, to determine if a unit is located in a flood hazard area. Most renter’s insurance
policies do not cover damages or loss incurred in a flood. You should seek insurance coverage that
would cover losses caused by a flood.

• We  are or  are not aware that the unit you are renting has flooded (per the statutory definition
below) at least once within the last five years.

As defined in Texas Property Code 92.0135(a)(2), “flooding” means “a general or temporary


condition of a partial or complete inundation of a dwelling caused by: (A) the overflow of inland or
tidal waters; (B) the unusual and rapid accumulation of runoff or surface waters from any established
water source such as a river, stream, or drainage ditch; or (C) excessive rainfall.”

Signatures of All Residents Signature of Owner or Owner’s Representative

10/26/2023
Date

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This Lease is valid only if filled out before January 1, 2024.

Apartment Lease Contract


This is a binding contract. Read carefully before signing.

This Lease Contract (“Lease”) is between you, the resident(s) as listed below and us. The terms “you” and “your” refer to all residents.
The terms “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to the owner listed below.

PARTIES
Residents _____________________________________________
Alex Enrique Guerra Owner ______________________________________________
SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.
_______________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________ Occupants ___________________________________________
_______________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________

LEASE DETAILS

A. Apartment (Par. 2)
Street Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
8001 S 1H 35frontage Road
Apartment No. _________________________
0624 City: ______________________________________
Austin State: ___
TX Zip: ____________________
78744

B. Initial Lease Term. Begins:_____________________________________


11/01/2023 Ends at 11:59 p.m. on:_________________________________
11/30/2024

C. Monthly Base Rent (Par. 3) E. Security Deposit (Par. 5) F. Notice of Termination or Intent to Move Out (Par. 4)
A minimum of _____________________
60 days’ written notice of
$ ____________________________
1609.00 $ _____________________________
250.00
termination or intent to move out required at end of initial Lease
term or during renewal period
Note that this amount does not
D. Prorated Rent include any Animal Deposit, which If the number of days isn’t filled in, notice of at least 30 days
would be reflected in an Animal is required.
$ _____________________________ Addendum.
X due for the remainder of 1st
r
month or
r for 2nd month

G. Late Fees (Par. 3.3)


Initial Late Fee Daily Late Fee
X ___________%
r 10 of one month’s monthly base rent or r __________ _% of one month’s monthly base rent for ________ days or
r $______________________ r $__________________________________ for ______ days
Due if rent unpaid by 11:59 p.m. on the ____________________________________
5th (3rd or greater) day of the month

H. Returned Check or Rejected J. Optional Early Termination Fee (Par. 7.2) K. Animal Violation Charge (Par. 12.2)
Payment Fee (Par. 3.4) Initial charge of $ __________________
100.00 per animal (not
$ ____________________________________ to exceed $100 per animal) and
$_____________________________
30.00 Notice of ________________ days is required.
You are not eligible for early termination if A daily charge of $ ____________________
10.00 per animal
I. Reletting Charge (Par. 7.1) you are in default. (not to exceed $10 per day per animal)
Fee must be paid no later than ___________
A reletting charge of $____________
1393.15 days after you give us notice
(not to exceed 85% of the highest
If values are blank or “0,” then this section does
monthly Rent during the Lease term)
not apply.
may be charged in certain default
situations

L. Additional Rent - Monthly Recurring Fixed Charges. You will pay separately for these items as outlined below and/or in separate addenda,
Special Provisions or an amendment to this Lease.

Animal rent $ _____________________________ Cable/satellite $________________________ Trash service $____________________


25.00
Internet $______________________________ Package service $________________________ Pest control $____________________
5.00
Storage $_____________________________ _ Stormwater/drainage $____________________ Washer/Dryer $____________________
Other: _________________________________________________________________________________________ $ _______________________
Other: _________________________________________________________________________________________ $ _______________________
Other: _________________________________________________________________________________________ $ _______________________
Other: _________________________________________________________________________________________ $ _______________________

M. Utilities and Other Variable Charges. You will pay separately for gas, water, wastewater, electricity, trash/recycling, utility billing fees and other
items as outlined in separate addenda, Special Provisions or an amendment to this Lease.

Utility Connection Charge or Transfer Fee: $ ____________________


50.00 (not to exceed $50) to be paid within 5 days of written notice (Par. 3.5)

Special Provisions. See Par. 32 or additional addenda attached. The Lease cannot be changed unless in writing and signed by you and us.

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LEASE TERMS AND CONDITIONS 4. Automatic Lease Renewal and Notice of Termination. This Lease
will automatically renew month-to-month unless either party gives
1. Definitions. The following terms are commonly used in this Lease:
written notice of termination or intent to move out as required by Par.
1.1. “Residents” are those listed in “Residents” above who sign 25 and specified on page 1. If the number of days isn’t filled in, no-
the Lease and are authorized to live in the apartment. tice of at least 30 days is required.
1.2. “Occupants” are those listed in this Lease who are also autho-
5. Security Deposit. The total security deposit for all residents is due
rized to live in the apartment, but who do not sign the Lease.
on or before the date this Lease is signed. Any animal deposit will be
1.3. “Owner” may be identified by an assumed name and is the designated in an animal addendum. Security deposits may not be ap-
owner only and not property managers or anyone else. plied to Rent without our prior written consent.
1.4. “Including” in this Lease means “including but not limited to.” 5.1. Refunds and Deductions. You must give us your advance
1.5. “Community Policies” are the written apartment rules and notice of move out as provided by Par. 25 and forwarding
policies, including property signage and instructions for address in writing to receive a written description and
care of our property and amenities, with which you, your itemized list of charges or refund. In accordance with our
occupants, and your guests must comply. Community Policies and as allowed by law, we may deduct
1.6. “Rent” is monthly base rent plus additional monthly from your security deposit any amounts due under the
recurring fixed charges. Lease. If you move out early or in response to a notice to
2. Apartment. You are leasing the apartment listed above for use as a vacate, you’ll be liable for rekeying charges. Upon receipt of
private residence only. your move-out date and forwarding address in writing, the
2.1. Access. In accordance with our Community Policies, you’ll security deposit will be returned (less lawful deductions)
receive access information or devices for your apartment with an itemized accounting of any deductions, no later than
and mailbox, and other access devices including: __________ 30 days after surrender or abandonment, unless laws provide
_______________________________________________ otherwise. Any refund may be by one payment jointly payable
______________________________________________. to all residents and distributed to any one resident we choose,
2.2. Measurements. Any dimensions and sizes provided to you or distributed equally among all residents.
relating to the apartment are only approximations or 6. Insurance. Our insurance doesn’t cover the loss of or damage to
estimates; actual dimensions and sizes may vary. your personal property. You will be required to have liability insur-
2.3. Representations. You agree that designations or accredi- ance as specified in our Community Policies or Lease addenda un-
tations associated with the property are subject to change. less otherwise prohibited by law. If you have insurance covering the
apartment or your personal belongings at the time you or we suffer
3. Rent. You must pay your Rent on or before the 1st day of each or allege a loss, you agree to require your insurance carrier to waive
month (due date) without demand. There are no exceptions any insurance subrogation rights. Even if not required, we urge you
regarding the payment of Rent, and you agree not paying Rent on to obtain your own insurance for losses due to theft, fire, flood, water,
or before the 1st of each month is a material breach of this Lease. pipe leaks and similar occurrences. Most renter’s insurance policies
3.1. Payments. You will pay your Rent by any method, manner don’t cover losses due to a flood.
and place we specify in accordance with our Community 7. Reletting and Early Lease Termination. This Lease may not be ter-
Policies. Cash is not acceptable without our prior written minated early except as provided in this Lease.
permission. You cannot withhold or offset Rent unless
authorized by law. We may, at our option, require at any 7.1. Reletting Charge. You’ll be liable for a reletting charge as
time that you pay Rent and other sums due in one single listed in Lease Details, (not to exceed 85% of the highest
payment by any method we specify. monthly Rent during the Lease term) if you: (A) fail to move in,
or fail to give written move-out notice as required in Par. 25;
3.2. Application of Payments. Payment of each sum due is an (B) move out without paying Rent in full for the entire Lease
independent covenant, which means payments are due term or renewal period; (C) move out at our demand because
regardless of our performance. When we receive money, of your default; or (D) are judicially evicted. The reletting
other than water and wastewater payments subject to charge is not a termination, cancellation or buyout fee and
government regulation, we may apply it at our option and does not release you from your obligations under this Lease,
without notice first to any of your unpaid obligations, then including liability for future or past-due Rent, charges for
to accrued rent. We may do so regardless of notations on damages or other sums due.
checks or money orders and regardless of when the
obligations arose. All sums other than Rent and late fees are The reletting charge is a liquidated amount covering only
due upon our demand. After the due date, we do not have part of our damages—for our time, effort, and expense in
to accept any payments. finding and processing a replacement resident. These
damages are uncertain and hard to ascertain—particularly
3.3. Late Fees. If we don’t receive your monthly base rent in full those relating to inconvenience, paperwork, advertising,
when it’s due, you must pay late fees as outlined in Lease Details. showing apartments, utilities for showing, checking pros-
3.4. Returned Payment Fee. You’ll pay the fee listed in Lease pects, overhead, marketing costs, and locator-service fees.
Details for each returned check or rejected electronic You agree that the reletting charge is a reasonable estimate
payment, plus initial and daily late fees if applicable, until of our damages and that the charge is due whether or not our
we receive full payment in an acceptable method. reletting attempts succeed.
3.5. Utilities and Services. You’ll pay for all utilities and services, 7.2. Early Lease Termination Procedures. In addition to your
related deposits, and any charges or fees when they are due termination rights referred to in 7.3 or 8.1 below, if this provision
and as outlined in this Lease. Television channels that are applies under Lease Details, you may terminate the Lease
provided may be changed during the Lease term if the prior to the end of the Lease term if all of the following
change applies to all residents. occur: (a) as outlined in Lease Details, you give us written
If your electricity is interrupted, you must use only battery- notice of early termination, pay the early termination fee and
operated lighting (no flames). You must not allow any specify the date by which you’ll move out; (b) you are not in
utilities (other than cable or Internet) to be cut off or default at any time and do not hold over; and (c) you repay all
switched for any reason—including disconnection for not rent concessions, credits or discounts you received during the
paying your bills—until the Lease term or renewal period Lease term. If you are in default, the Lease remedies apply.
ends. If a utility is individually metered, it must be connected 7.3. Special Termination Rights. You may have the right under
in your name and you must notify the provider of your move- Texas law to terminate the Lease early in certain situations
out date. If you delay getting service turned on in your name involving military deployment or transfer, family violence,
by the Lease’s start date or cause it to be transferred back into certain sexual offenses, stalking or death of a sole resident.
our name before you surrender or abandon the apartment, 8. Delay of Occupancy. We are not responsible for any delay of your
you’ll be liable for the charge listed above (not to exceed $50 occupancy caused by construction, repairs, cleaning, or a previous
per billing period), plus the actual or estimated cost of the resident’s holding over. This Lease will remain in force subject to
utilities used while the utility should have been billed to you. (1) abatement of Rent on a daily basis during delay, and (2) your right
If your apartment is individually metered and you change to terminate the Lease in writing as set forth below. Rent abatement
your retail electric provider, you must give us written notice. and Lease termination do not apply if the delay is for cleaning or re-
You must pay all applicable provider fees, including any fees pairs that don’t prevent you from moving into the apartment.
to change service back into our name after you move out.
8.1. Termination. If we give written notice to you of a delay in
3.6. Lease Changes. Lease changes are only allowed during the occupancy when or after the Lease begins, you may termi-
Lease term or renewal period if governed by Par. 10, specified nate the Lease within 3 days after you receive written notice.
in Special Provisions in Par. 32, or by a written addendum or
amendment signed by you and us. At or after the end of the If we give you written notice before the date the Lease begins
initial Lease term, Rent increases will become effective with at and the notice states that a construction or other delay is
least 5 days plus the number of days’ advance notice contained expected and that the apartment will be ready for you to
in Box F on page 1 in writing from us to you. Your new Lease, occupy on a specific date, you may terminate the Lease within
which may include increased Rent or Lease changes, will begin 7 days after receiving written notice.
on the date stated in any advance notice we provide (without After proper termination, you are entitled only to refund of
needing your signature) unless you give us written move-out any deposit(s) and any Rent you paid.
notice under Par. 25, which applies only to the end of the current
Lease term or renewal period.
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9. Care of Unit and Damages. You must promptly pay or reimburse (c) disturbing or threatening the rights, comfort, health, safety,
us for loss, damage, consequential damages, government fines or or convenience of others, including us, our agents, or our
charges, or cost of repairs or service in the apartment community representatives;
because of a Lease or Community Policies violation; improper use, (d) disrupting our business operations;
negligence, or other conduct by you, your invitees, your occupants,
or your guests; or, as allowed by law, any other cause not due to our (e) storing anything in closets containing water heaters or
negligence or fault, except for damages by acts of God to the extent gas appliances;
they couldn’t be mitigated by your action or inaction. (f) tampering with utilities or telecommunication
Unless damage or wastewater stoppage is due to our negligence, equipment;
we’re not liable for—and you must pay for—repairs and replace- (g) bringing hazardous materials into the apartment
ments occurring during the Lease term or renewal period, includ- community;
ing: (A) damage from wastewater stoppages caused by improper
objects in lines exclusively serving your apartment; (B) damage to (h) using windows for entry or exit;
doors, windows, or screens; and (C) damage from windows or doors (i) heating the apartment with gas-operated appliances;
left open.
(j) making bad-faith or false allegations against us or our
RESIDENT LIFE agents to others;
10. Community Policies. Community Policies become part of the (k) smoking of any kind, that is not in accordance with our
Lease and must be followed. We may make changes, including addi- Community Policies or Lease addenda;
tions, to our written Community Policies, and those changes can be-
come effective immediately if the Community Policies are distributed (l) using glass containers in or near pools; or
and applicable to all units in the apartment community and do not (m) conducting any kind of business (including child-care
change the dollar amounts in Lease Details. services) in your apartment or in the apartment
10.1. Photo/Video Release. You give us permission to use any community—except for any lawful business
photograph, likeness, image or video taken of you while conducted “at home” by computer, mail, or telephone if
you are using property common areas or participating in customers, clients, patients, employees or other
any event sponsored by us. business associates do not come to your apartment
for business purposes.
10.2. Disclosure of Information. At our sole option, we may,
but are not obligated to, share and use information related 12. Animals. No living creatures of any kind are allowed, even tempo-
to this Lease for law-enforcement, governmental, or business rarily, anywhere in the apartment or apartment community un-
purposes. At our request, you authorize any utility provider to less we’ve given written permission. If we allow an animal, you must
give us information about pending or actual connections or sign a separate Animal Addendum and, except as set forth in the ad-
disconnections of utility service to your apartment. dendum, pay an animal deposit and applicable fees and additional
monthly rent, as applicable. An animal deposit is considered a gener-
10.3. Guests. We may exclude from the apartment community al security deposit. You represent that any requests, statements and
any guests or others who, in our sole judgment, have been representations you make, including those for an assistance or sup-
violating the law, violating this Lease or our Community port animal, are true, accurate and made in good faith. Feeding stray,
Policies, or disturbing other residents, neighbors, visitors, feral or wild animals is a breach of this Lease.
or owner representatives. We may also exclude from any
outside area or common area anyone who refuses to show 12.1. Removal of Unauthorized Animal. We may remove an
photo identification or refuses to identify himself or unauthorized animal by (1) leaving, in a conspicuous
herself as a resident, an authorized occupant, or a guest of place in the apartment, a written notice of our intent to
a specific resident in the community. remove the animal within 24 hours; and (2) following the
procedures of Par. 14. We may: keep or kennel the animal;
Anyone not listed in this Lease cannot stay in the turn the animal over to a humane society, local authority
apartment for more than _______ 3 days in one week or rescue organization; or return the animal to you if
without our prior written consent, and no more than twice we consent to your request to keep the animal and you
that many days in any one month. If the previous space have completed and signed an Animal Addendum and
isn’t filled in, 2 days total per week will be the limit. paid all fees. When keeping or kenneling an animal, we
10.4. Notice of Convictions and Registration. You must won’t be liable for loss, harm, sickness, or death of the
notify us within 15 days if you or any of your occupants: animal unless due to our negligence. You must pay for
(A) are convicted of any felony, (B) are convicted of any the animal’s reasonable care and kenneling charges.
misdemeanor involving a controlled substance, violence to 12.2. Violations of Animal Policies and Charges. If you or
another person, or destruction of property, or (C) register as a any guest or occupant violates the animal restrictions of
sex offender. Informing us of a criminal conviction or this Lease or our Community Policies, you’ll be subject to
sex-offender registration doesn’t waive any rights we may charges, damages, eviction, and other remedies
have against you. provided in this Lease, including animal violation charges
10.5. Odors and Noise. You agree that odors, smoke and listed in Lease Details from the date the animal was
smells including those related to cooking and everyday brought into your apartment until it is removed. If an
noises or sounds are all a normal part of a multifamily animal has been in the apartment at any time during
living environment and that it is impractical for us to your term of occupancy (with or without our consent),
prevent them from penetrating your apartment. we’ll charge you for all cleaning and repair costs,
including defleaing, deodorizing, and shampooing. Initial
11. Conduct. You agree to communicate and conduct yourself in a law- and daily animal-violation charges and animal-removal
ful, courteous and reasonable manner at all times when interacting charges are liquidated damages for our time,
with us, our representatives and other residents or occupants. Any inconvenience, and overhead in enforcing animal
acts of unlawful, discourteous or unreasonable communication or restrictions and Community Policies.
conduct by you, your occupants or guests is a breach of this Lease.
13. Parking. You may not be guaranteed parking. We may regulate the
You must use customary diligence in maintaining the apartment, time, manner, and place of parking of all motorized vehicles and
keeping it in a sanitary condition and not damaging or littering the other modes of transportation, including bicycles and scooters, in
common areas. Trash must be disposed of at least weekly. You will our Community Policies. In addition to other rights we have to tow or
use your apartment and all other areas, including any balconies, with boot vehicles under state law, we also have the right to remove, at the
reasonable care. We may regulate the use of passageways, patios, expense of the vehicle owner or operator, any vehicle that is not in
balconies, porches, and activities in common areas. compliance with our Community Policies.
11.1. Prohibited Conduct. You, your occupants, and your guests 14. When We May Enter. If you or any other resident, guest or occupant
will not engage in certain prohibited conduct, including the is present, then repair or service persons, contractors, law officers,
following activities: government representatives, lenders, appraisers, prospective resi-
(a) criminal conduct; manufacturing, delivering, or dents or buyers, insurance agents, persons authorized to enter under
possessing a controlled substance or drug parapher- your rental application, or our representatives may peacefully enter
nalia; engaging in or threatening violence; possessing the apartment at reasonable times for reasonable business purposes.
a weapon prohibited by state law; discharging a firearm If nobody is in the apartment, then any such person may enter peace-
in the apartment community; or, except when fully and at reasonable times (by breaking a window or other means
allowed by law, displaying or possessing a gun, knife, when necessary) for reasonable business purposes if written notice of
or other weapon in the common area, or in a way that the entry is left in a conspicuous place in the apartment immediately
may alarm others; after the entry. We are under no obligation to enter only when you
are present, and we may, but are not obligated to, give prior notice or
(b) behaving in a loud, obnoxious or dangerous manner; make appointments.

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15. Requests, Repairs and Malfunctions. Texas Property Code secs. 92.151, 92.153, and 92.154 require, with
some exceptions, that we provide at no cost to you when occupancy
15.1. Written Requests Required. If you or any occupant needs
begins: (A) a window latch on each window; (B) a doorviewer (peep-
to send a request—for example, for repairs, installations,
hole or window) on each exterior door; (C) a pin lock on each sliding
services, ownership disclosure, or security-related matters— _
door; (D) either a door-handle latch or a security bar on each sliding
it must be written and delivered to our designated
door; (E) a keyless bolting device (deadbolt) on each exterior door;
representative in accordance with our Community Policies
and (F) either a keyed doorknob lock or a keyed deadbolt lock on
(except for fair-housing accommodation or modification
one entry door. Keyed locks will be rekeyed after the prior resident
requests or situations involving imminent danger or threats to
moves out. The rekeying will be done either before you move in or
health or safety, such as fire, smoke, gas, explosion, or crime in
within 7 days after you move in, as required by law. If we fail to in-
progress). Our written notes regarding your oral request do
stall or rekey security devices as required by law, you have the right
not constitute a written request from you. Our complying
to do so and deduct the reasonable cost from your next Rent pay-
with or responding to any oral request doesn’t waive the strict
ment under Texas Property Code sec. 92.165(1). We may deactivate
requirement for written notices under this Lease. A request
or not install keyless bolting devices on your doors if (A) you or an
for maintenance or repair by anyone residing in your
occupant in the dwelling is over 55 or disabled, and (B) the require-
apartment constitutes a request from all residents. The time,
ments of Texas Property Code sec. 92.153(e) or (f) are satisfied.
manner, method and means of performing maintenance
and repairs, including whether or which vendors to use, 18.1. Smoke Alarms and Detection Devices. We’ll furnish
are within our sole discretion. smoke alarms or other detection devices required by law
or city ordinance. We may install additional detectors
15.2. Your Requirement to Notify. You must promptly notify us in
not so required. We’ll test them and provide working
writing of air conditioning or heating problems, water leaks or
batteries when you first take possession of your
moisture, mold, electrical problems, malfunctioning lights,
apartment. Upon request, we’ll provide, as required by
broken or missing locks or latches, or any other condition that
law, a smoke alarm capable of alerting a person with a
poses a hazard or threat to property, health, or safety. Unless
hearing impairment.
we instruct otherwise, you are required to keep the
apartment cooled or heated according to our Community You must pay for and replace batteries as needed,
Policies. Air conditioning problems are normally not unless the law provides otherwise. We may replace dead
emergencies. or missing batteries at your expense, without prior notice
to you. Neither you nor your guests or occupants may
15.3. Utilities. We may change or install utility lines or
disable alarms or detectors. If you damage or disable the
equipment serving the apartment if the work is done
smoke alarm or remove a battery without replacing it
reasonably without substantially increasing your
with a working battery, you may be liable to us under
utility costs. We may turn off equipment and interrupt
Texas Property Code sec. 92.2611 for $100 plus one
utilities as needed to perform work or to avoid
month’s Rent, actual damages, and attorney’s fees.
property damage or other emergencies. If utilities
malfunction or are damaged by fire, water, or similar 18.2. Duty to Report. You must immediately report to us any
cause, you must notify our representative immediately. missing, malfunctioning or defective security devices,
smoke alarms or detectors. You’ll be liable if you fail to
15.4. Your Remedies. We’ll act with customary diligence to
report malfunctions, or fail to report any loss, damage, or
make repairs and reconnections within a reasonable
fines resulting from fire, smoke, or water.
time, taking into consideration when casualty-insurance
proceeds are received. Unless required by statute after 19. Resident Safety and Loss. Unless otherwise required by law, none
a casualty loss, or during equipment repair, your Rent of us, our employees, agents, or management companies are liable
will not abate in whole or in part. “Reasonable time” to you, your guests or occupants for any damage, personal injury,
accounts for the severity and nature of the problem and loss to personal property, or loss of business or personal income,
the reasonable availability of materials, labor, and from any cause, including but not limited to: negligent or intention-
utilities. If we fail to timely repair a condition that al acts of residents, occupants, or guests; theft, burglary, assault,
materially affects the physical health or safety of an vandalism or other crimes; fire, flood, water leaks, rain, hail, ice,
ordinary resident as required by the Texas Property Code, snow, smoke, lightning, wind, explosions, interruption of utilities,
you may be entitled to exercise remedies under § 92.056 pipe leaks or other occurrences unless such damage, injury or loss is
and § 92.0561 of the Texas Property Code. If you follow caused exclusively by our negligence.
the procedures under those sections, the following We do not warrant security of any kind. You agree that you will not
remedies, among others, may be available to you: rely upon any security measures taken by us for personal security,
(1) termination of the Lease and an appropriate refund and that you will call 911 and local law enforcement authorities if any
under 92.056(f); (2) have the condition repaired or security needs arise.
remedied according to § 92.0561; (3) deduct from the Rent
the cost of the repair or remedy according to § 92.0561; You acknowledge that we are not equipped or trained to provide
and 4) judicial remedies according to § 92.0563. personal security services to you, your guests or occupants. You rec-
ognize that we are not required to provide any private security ser-
16. Our Right to Terminate for Apartment Community Damage or vices and that no security devices or measures on the property are
Closure. If, in our sole judgment, damages to the unit or building are fail-safe. You further acknowledge that, even if an alarm or gate ame-
significant or performance of needed repairs poses a danger to you, nities are provided, they are mechanical devices that can malfunc-
we may terminate this Lease and your right to possession by giving tion. Any charges resulting from the use of an intrusion alarm will be
you at least 7 days’ written notice. If termination occurs, you agree charged to you, including, but not limited to, any false alarms with
we’ll refund only prorated rent and all deposits, minus lawful deduc- police/fire/ambulance response or other required city charges.
tions. We may remove your personal property if, in our sole judg-
ment, it causes a health or safety hazard or impedes our ability to 20. Condition of the Premises and Alterations.
make repairs. 20.1. As-Is. We disclaim all implied warranties. You accept the
16.1. Property Closure. We also have the right to terminate apartment, fixtures, and furniture as is, except for
this Lease and your right to possession by giving you at conditions materially affecting the health or safety of
least 30 days’ written notice of termination if we are ordinary persons. You’ll be given an Inventory and
demolishing your apartment or closing it and it will no Condition Form at or before move-in. You agree that
longer be used for residential purposes for at least 6 after completion of the form or within 48 hours after
months, or if any part of the property becomes subject to move-in, whichever comes first, you must note on the
an eminent domain proceeding. form all defects or damage, sign the form, return it to
us, and the form accurately reflects the condition of the
17. Assignments and Subletting. You may not assign this Lease or sub- premises for purposes of determining any refund due to
let your apartment. You agree that you won‘t rent, offer to rent or you when you move out. Otherwise, everything will be
license all or any part of your apartment to anyone else unless other- considered to be in a clean, safe, and good working
wise agreed to in advance by us in writing. You agree that you won‘t condition. You must still send a separate request for any
accept anything of value from anyone else for the use of any part of repairs needed as provided by Par. 15.1.
your apartment. You agree not to list any part of your apartment on
any lodging or short-term rental website or with any person or ser- 20.2. Standards and Improvements. Unless authorized by
vice that advertises dwellings for rent. law or by us in writing, you must not perform any repairs,
painting, wallpapering, carpeting, electrical changes, or
18. Security and Safety Devices. We’ll pay for missing security de- otherwise alter our property. No holes or stickers are
vices that are required by law. You’ll pay for: (A) rekeying that allowed inside or outside the apartment. Unless our
you request (unless we failed to rekey after the previous resi- Community Policies state otherwise, we’ll permit a
dent moved out); and (B) repairs or replacements because of reasonable number of small nail holes for hanging
misuse or damage by you or your family, your occupants, or your pictures on sheetrock walls and in grooves of wood-
guests. You must pay immediately after the work is done unless state paneled walls. No water furniture, washing machines,
law authorizes advance payment. You must also pay in advance for dryers, extra phone or television outlets, alarm systems,
any additional or changed security devices you request.

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cameras, video or other doorbells, or lock changes, If you don’t pay the first month’s Rent when or before the Lease
additions, or rekeying is permitted unless required by law begins, all future Rent for the Lease term will be automatically
or we’ve consented in writing. You may install a satellite accelerated without notice and become immediately due. We
dish or antenna, but only if you sign our satellite-dish or also may end your right of occupancy and recover damages,
antenna lease addendum, which complies with reasonable future Rent, attorney’s fees, court costs, and other lawful charges.
restrictions allowed by federal law. You must not alter, 23.4. Holdover. You and all occupants must vacate and surrender
damage, or remove our property, including alarm systems, the apartment by or before the date contained in: (1) your
detection devices, appliances, furniture, telephone and move-out notice (2) our notice to vacate, (3) our notice of
television wiring, screens, locks, or security devices. When you non-renewal, or (4) a written agreement specifying a different
move in, we’ll supply light bulbs for fixtures we furnish, move-out date. If a holdover occurs, then you’ll be liable to us
including exterior fixtures operated from inside the for all Rent for the full term of the previously signed lease of a
apartment; after that, you’ll replace them at your expense new resident who can’t occupy because of the holdover, and
with bulbs of the same type and wattage. Your improvements at our option, we may extend the Lease term and/or increase
to the apartment (made with or without our consent) become the Rent by 25% by delivering written notice to you or your
ours unless we agree otherwise in writing. apartment while you continue to hold over.
21. Notices. Written notice to or from our employees, agents, or 23.5. Other Remedies. We may report unpaid amounts to
management companies constitutes notice to or from us. Notices to credit agencies as allowed by law. If we or our debt
you or any other resident of the apartment constitute notice to all collector tries to collect any money you owe us, you
residents. Notices and requests from any resident constitute notice agree that we or the debt collector may contact you by
from all residents. Only residents can give notice of Lease termination any legal means. If you default, you will pay us, in addition
and intent to move out under Par. 7.3. All notices and documents will to other sums due, any rental discounts or concessions
be in English and, at our option, in any other language that you read agreed to in writing that have been applied to your account.
or speak. We may recover attorney’s fees in connection with enforcing
21.1. Electronic Notice. Notice may be given electronically by our rights under this Lease. All unpaid amounts you owe bear
us to you if allowed by law. If allowed by law and in interest at the rate provided by Texas Finance Code Section
accordance with our Community Policies, electronic 304.003(c) from the due date. You must pay all collection-
notice from you to us must be sent to the email address agency fees if you fail to pay sums due within 10 days after
and/or portal specified in Community Policies. Notice you are mailed a letter demanding payment and stating that
may also be given by phone call or to a physical address collection-agency fees will be added if you don’t pay all sums
if allowed in our Community Policies. by that deadline. You are also liable for a charge (not to
exceed $150) to cover our time, cost and expense for any
You represent that you have provided your current email
eviction proceeding against you, plus our attorney’s fees and
address to us, and that you will notify us in the event your
expenses, court costs, and filing fees actually paid.
email address changes.
24. Representatives’ Authority and Waivers. Our representatives (in-
cluding management personnel, employees, and agents) have no
EVICTION AND REMEDIES authority to waive, amend, or terminate this Lease or any part of it
22. Liability. Each resident is jointly and severally liable for all Lease unless in writing and signed, and no authority to make promises, rep-
obligations. If you or any guest or occupant violates the Lease or our resentations, or agreements that impose security duties or other ob-
Community Policies, all residents are considered to have violated the ligations on us or our representatives, unless in writing and signed.
Lease. No action or omission by us will be considered a waiver of our rights or of
any subsequent violation, default, or time or place of performance. Our
22.1. Indemnification by You. You’ll defend, indemnify and hold us choice to enforce, not enforce or delay enforcement of written-no-
and our employees, agents, and management company tice requirements, rental due dates, acceleration, liens, or any other
harmless from all liability arising from your conduct or rights isn’t a waiver under any circumstances. Delay in demanding
requests to our representatives and from the conduct of or sums you owe is not a waiver. Except when notice or demand is required
requests by your invitees, occupants or guests. by law, you waive any notice and demand for performance from us if you
23. Default by Resident. default. Nothing in this Lease constitutes a waiver of our remedies for a
breach under your prior lease that occurred before the Lease term begins.
23.1. Acts of Default. You’ll be in default if: (A) you don’t Your Lease is subordinate to existing and future recorded mortgages, un-
timely pay Rent, including monthly recurring charges, or less the owner’s lender chooses otherwise.
other amounts you owe; (B) you or any guest or
occupant violates this Lease, our Community Policies, All remedies are cumulative. Exercising one remedy won’t constitute
or fire, safety, health, criminal or other laws, regardless of an election or waiver of other remedies. All provisions regarding our
whether or where arrest or conviction occurs; (C) you nonliability or nonduty apply to our employees, agents, and manage-
give incorrect, incomplete, or false answers in a rental ment companies. No employee, agent, or management company is
application or in this Lease; or (D) you or any occupant is personally liable for any of our contractual, statutory, or other obliga-
charged, detained, convicted, or given deferred tions merely by virtue of acting on our behalf.
adjudication or pretrial diversion for (1) an offense
involving actual or potential physical harm to a person, or END OF THE LEASE TERM
involving the manufacture or delivery of a controlled
substance, marijuana, or drug paraphernalia as defined 25. Move-Out Notice. Before moving out, you must give our represen-
in the Texas Controlled Substances Act, or (2) any sex- tative advance written move-out notice as stated in Par. 4, even if
related crime, including a misdemeanor. the Lease has become a month-to-month lease. The move-out date
can’t be changed unless we and you both agree in writing.
23.2. Eviction. If you default, including holding over, we may
end your right of occupancy by giving you at least a 24- Your move-out notice must comply with each of the following:
hour written notice to vacate. Termination of your possession (a) Unless we require more than 30 days’ notice, if you give
rights doesn’t release you from liability for future Rent or notice on the first day of the month you intend to move
other Lease obligations. After giving notice to vacate or out, move out will be on the last day of that month.
filing an eviction suit, we may still accept Rent or other
(b) Your move-out notice must not terminate the Lease
sums due; the filing or acceptance doesn’t waive or
before the end of the Lease term or renewal period.
diminish our right of eviction or any other contractual or
statutory right. Accepting money at any time doesn’t waive (c) If we require you to give us more than 30 days’ written
our right to damages, to past or future Rent or other sums, notice to move out before the end of the Lease term, we
or to our continuing with eviction proceedings. In an eviction, will give you 1 written reminder not less than 5 days nor
Rent is owed for the full rental period and will not be more than 90 days before your deadline for giving us
prorated. your written move-out notice. If we fail to give a reminder
notice, 30 days’ written notice to move out is required.
23.3. Acceleration. Unless we elect not to accelerate Rent, all
monthly Rent for the rest of the Lease term or renewal (d) You must get from us a written acknowledgment of your
period will be accelerated automatically without notice notice.
or demand (before or after acceleration) and will be 26. Move-Out Procedures.
immediately due if, without our written consent: (A) you
move out, remove property in preparing to move out, 26. 1. Cleaning. You must thoroughly clean the apartment, including
or you or any occupant gives oral or written notice of doors, windows, furniture, bathrooms, kitchen appliances,
intent to move out before the Lease term or renewal patios, balconies, garages, carports, and storage rooms. You
period ends; and (B) you haven’t paid all Rent for the must follow move-out cleaning instructions if they have been
entire Lease term or renewal period. Remaining Rent will provided. If you don’t clean adequately, you’ll be liable for
also be accelerated if you’re judicially evicted or move reasonable cleaning charges—including charges for cleaning
out when we demand because you’ve defaulted. carpets, draperies, furniture, walls, etc. that are soiled beyond
normal wear (that is, wear or soiling that occurs without
negligence, carelessness, accident, or abuse).

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26.2. Move-Out Inspection. We may, but are not obligated to, YOU UNDERSTAND THAT, WITHOUT THIS WAIVER, YOU
provide a joint move-out inspection. Our representatives COULD BE A PARTY IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT. BY
have no authority to bind or limit us regarding deductions for SIGNING THIS LEASE, YOU ACCEPT THIS WAIVER AND
repairs, damages, or charges. Any statements or estimates by CHOOSE TO HAVE ANY CLAIMS DECIDED INDIVIDUALLY.
us or our representative are subject to our correction, modi- THE PROVISIONS OF THIS PARAGRAPH SHALL SURVIVE
fication, or disapproval before final accounting or refunding. THE TERMINATION OR EXPIRATION OF THIS LEASE.
27. Surrender and Abandonment. You have surrendered the apartment 31.2. Force Majeure. If we are prevented from completing substan-
when: (A) the move-out date has passed and no one is living in the tial performance of any obligation under this Lease by
apartment in our reasonable judgment; or (B) apartment keys and ac- occurrences that are beyond our control, including but
cess devices listed in Par. 2.1 have been turned in to us—whichever not limited to, an act of God, strikes, epidemics, war, acts of
happens first. terrorism, riots, flood, fire, hurricane, tornado, sabotage or
governmental regulation, then we shall be excused from any
You have abandoned the apartment when all of the following have
further performance of obligations to the fullest extent
occurred: (A) everyone appears to have moved out in our reasonable
allowed by law.
judgment; (B) you’ve been in default for nonpayment of Rent for 5
consecutive days, or water, gas, or electric service for the apartment 32. Special Provisions. The following, or attached Special Provisions and
not connected in our name has been terminated or transferred; and any addenda or Community Policies provided to you, are part of this
(C) you’ve not responded for 2 days to our notice left on the inside of Lease and supersede any conflicting provisions in this Lease.
the main entry door stating that we consider the apartment aban-
doned. An apartment is also considered abandoned 10 days after the __________________________________________________________
Resident is responsible for an Amenity
death of a sole resident. __________________________________________________________
Package Fee of $25.00 at the time of
27.1. The Ending of Your Rights. Surrender, abandonment, or
__________________________________________________________
move in and each renewal lease.
judicial eviction ends your right of possession for all purposes
and gives us the immediate right to clean up, make repairs in, __________________________________________________________
and relet the apartment; determine any security-deposit
__________________________________________________________
deductions; and remove or store property left in the apartment.
__________________________________________________________
27.2. Removal and Storage of Property. We, or law officers, may—
but have no duty to—remove or store all property that in our __________________________________________________________
sole judgment belongs to you and remains in the apartment
__________________________________________________________
or in common areas (including any vehicles you or any
occupant or guest owns or uses) after you’re judicially evicted __________________________________________________________
or if you surrender or abandon the apartment.
__________________________________________________________
We’re not liable for casualty, loss, damage, or theft. You
must pay reasonable charges for our packing, removing and __________________________________________________________
storing any property. __________________________________________________________
Except for animals, we may throw away or give to a charitable __________________________________________________________
organization all personal property that is:
__________________________________________________________
(1) left in the apartment after surrender or abandonment; or
__________________________________________________________
(2)  left outside more than 1 hour after writ of possession is
executed, following judicial eviction. __________________________________________________________
An animal removed after surrender, abandonment, or eviction __________________________________________________________
may be kenneled or turned over to a local authority, humane __________________________________________________________
society, or rescue organization.
__________________________________________________________
GENERAL PROVISIONS AND SIGNATURES __________________________________________________________
28. TAA Membership. We, the management company representing us,
or any locator service that you used confirms membership in good Before submitting a rental application or signing this Lease, you
standing of both the Texas Apartment Association and the affiliated should review the documents and may consult an attorney. You are
local apartment association for the area where the apartment is bound by this Lease when it is signed. An electronic signature is
located at the time of signing this Lease. If not, the following applies: binding. This Lease is the entire agreement between you
(A) this Lease is voidable at your option and is unenforceable by us and us. You are NOT relying on any oral representations.
(except for property damages); and (B) we may not recover past or
future rent or other charges. The above remedies also apply if both
of the following occur: (1) the Lease is automatically renewed on a Resident or Residents (all sign below)
month-to-month basis more than once after membership in TAA and
the local association has lapsed; and (2) neither the owner nor the man- 10/21/2023
_____________________________________________________________
agement company is a member of TAA and the local association during
(Name of Resident)  Date signed
the third automatic renewal. A signed affidavit from the affiliated local
apartment association attesting to nonmembership when the Lease
or renewal was signed will be conclusive evidence of nonmembership. _____________________________________________________________
Governmental entities may use TAA forms if TAA agrees in writing. (Name of Resident)  Date signed
Name, address and telephone number of locator service (if applicable):
_____________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
(Name of Resident)  Date signed
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________ (Name of Resident)  Date signed

29. Severability and Survivability. If any provision of this Lease is invalid _____________________________________________________________
or unenforceable under applicable law, it won’t invalidate the remain- (Name of Resident)  Date signed
der of the Lease or change the intent of the parties. Paragraphs 10.1,
10.2, 16, 27 and 31 shall survive the termination of this Lease.
This Lease binds subsequent owners. _____________________________________________________________
(Name of Resident)  Date signed
30. Controlling Law. Texas law governs this Lease. All litigation arising
under this Lease and all Lease obligations must be brought in the
county, and precinct if applicable, where the apartment is located.
31. Waivers. By signing this Lease, you agree to the following: Owner or Owner’s Representative (signing on behalf of owner)
31.1. Class Action Waiver. You agree that you will not participate _____________________________________________________________
in any class action claims against us or our employees, agents,
or management company. You must file any claim against us
individually, and you expressly waive your right to bring,
represent, join or otherwise maintain a class action,
collective action or similar proceeding against us in
any forum.

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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR ADDITIONAL SPECIAL PROVISIONS

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease for Apt. No.  0624 in the
SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.

Apartments in  Austin ,
Texas OR
the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address) 
in  , Texas.

2. Purpose. The following special provisions become part of the Lease:


Resident understands and acknowledges that this lease contract renewal does not cancel or
erase any past due balances that may remain from the prior lease contract. Any outstanding
financial obligation from the prior lease will remain due, and eviction proceeding can
still be filed for failure to pay this balance when allowed by law.















































 
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WATER AND WASTEWATER SUBMETERING ADDENDUM
1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease Contract for Apt. No.  0624 in the
SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.

Apartments in  Austin ,
Texas OR
the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address) 
in  , Texas.

2. PUC. Water conservation by submeter billing is encouraged by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC). Submeter billing is regulated
by PUC rules, and a copy of the rules is attached to this addendum. This addendum complies with those rules.
3. Mutual Conservation Efforts. We agree to use our best efforts to repair any water leaks inside or outside your apartment no later than
7 days after we learn about them. You agree to use your best efforts to follow the water-conservation suggestions listed in the checklist
below.
4. Submeter Billing Procedures. Your monthly rent under the TAA Lease does not include a charge for water and wastewater. Instead,
you will receive a separate monthly bill from us for submetered water and wastewater use, as follows:
(A) Your monthly water and wastewater bill will conform to all applicable rules of the PUC (see attached).
(B) As permitted by state law, a service fee of %
9 (not to exceed 9%) will be added to your monthly water-service charges.
(C) No other administrative or other fees will be added to your bill unless expressly allowed by law or PUC rules. No other amounts will be
included in the bill except your unpaid balances and any late fees (if incurred by you). If we fail to pay our mastermeter bill to the utility
company on time and incur penalties or interest, no portion of these amounts will be included in your bill.
(D) We will calculate your submetered share of the mastermetered water bill according to PUC rules, Section 24.281.
(E) We will bill you monthly for your submetered water consumption from approximately the 14 day of the month to the  14
day of the month, the latter being our scheduled submeter-reading date. Your bill will be calculated in accordance with PUC rules and
this Addendum and will be prorated for the first and last months you live in the unit.
(F) PUC rules require us to publish figures from the previous calendar year if that information is available. The average monthly bill for all
dwelling units in the apartment community last year was $
38.44 per unit, varying from $
0.32 for the lowest
month’s bill to $
236.90 for the highest month’s bill for any unit. This information may or may not be relevant since the past
amounts may not reflect future changes in utility-company water rates, weather variations, future total water consumption, changes in
water-consumption habits of residents, and other unpredictable factors.
(G) During regular weekday office hours, you may examine: (1) our water and wastewater bills from the utility company; (2) our calculation
of your monthly submeter bill; and (3) any other information available to you under PUC rules. Please give us reasonable advance
notice to gather the data. Any disputes relating to the computation of your bill will be between you and us.
5. Your Payment-Due Date. Payment of your submeter water and wastewater bill is due 16 days after the date it is postmarked or hand
delivered to your apartment. You agree to mail or deliver payment to the place indicated on your bill so that payment is received no later
than the due date. You will pay a late charge of 5% of your water and wastewater bill if we do not receive your payment on time.

A Checklist of Water-Conservation Ideas for Your Dwelling


In the bathroom . . .
• Never put cleansing tissues, dental floss, cigarette butts, or other trash in the toilet.
• When brushing your teeth, turn off the water until you need to rinse your mouth.
• When shaving, fill the sink with hot water instead of letting the faucet run.
• Take a shower instead of filling the tub and taking a bath.
• Take a shorter shower. Showers may use up to half of your interior water consumption.
• If you take a tub bath, reduce the water level by one or two inches.
• Shampoo your hair in the shower.
• Test toilets for leaks. Add a few drops of food coloring to the tank, but do not flush. Watch to see if the coloring appears in the bowl within
a few minutes. If it does, the fixture needs adjustment or repair. A slow drip can waste as much as 170 gallons a day or 5,000 gallons per
month. Report all leaks to management.
• Don’t leave water running while cleaning bathroom fixtures.

In the kitchen . . .
• Run your dishwasher only when you have a full load.
• If you wash dishes by hand, don’t leave the water running for washing or rinsing. Fill the sink instead.
• Use your sink disposal sparingly, and never for just a few scraps.
• Keep a container of drinking water in the refrigerator.
• When cleaning vegetables, use a pan of cold water rather than letting the faucet run.
• For cooking most food, use only a little water and place a lid on the pot.
• Report all leaks to management.

When doing the laundry . . .


• Wash only full loads of laundry or else adjust the water level to match the size of the load (if you have this option).
• Use cold water as often as possible to save energy and to conserve the hot water for uses that cold water cannot serve.

Attached: PUC Rules for Submetered Water or Wastewater Service


Also note that the service fee referenced in item 4(B) does not apply to properties receiving Low-Income Housing Tax Credits or to properties receiving
tenant-based vouchers.

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Water allocation and submetering is regulated by the Texas Public Utility Commission (PUC). In
accordance with PUC rules, a copy of the applicable rules is provided to you below:
SUBCHAPTER I: WATER UTILITY SUBMETERING AND ALLOCATION submetered water utility service; water utility service measured by point-of-
use submeters when all of the water used in a dwelling unit is measured
§ 24.275. General Rules and Definitions and totaled; or wastewater utility service based on total water use as
measured by point-of-use submeters.
(a) Purpose and scope. The provisions of this subchapter are intended to
establish a comprehensive regulatory system to assure that the practices (15) Tenant--A person who owns or is entitled to occupy a dwelling unit or
involving submetered and allocated billing of dwelling units and multiple use multiple use facility unit to the exclusion of others and, if rent is paid, who
facilities for water and sewer utility service are just and reasonable and is obligated to pay for the occupancy under a written or oral rental
include appropriate safeguards for tenants. agreement.
(b) Application. The provisions of this subchapter apply to apartment houses, (16) Undercharge--The amount, if any, a tenant is charged for submetered
condominiums, multiple use facilities, and manufactured home rental or nonsubmetered master metered utility service to the tenant's dwelling
communities billing for water and wastewater utility service on a submetered unit less than the amount the tenant would have been charged under this
or allocated basis. The provisions of this subchapter do not limit the authority subchapter. Undercharge and Underbilling have the same meaning.
of an owner, operator, or manager of an apartment house, manufactured (17) Utility costs--Any amount charged to the owner by a retail public utility
home rental community, or multiple use facility to charge, bill for, or collect for water or wastewater service. Utility Costs and Utility Service Costs have
rent, an assessment, an administrative fee, a fee relating to upkeep or the same meaning.
management of chilled water, boiler, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, or (18) Utility service--For purposes of this subchapter, utility service includes
other building system, or any other amount that is unrelated to water and only drinking water and wastewater.
sewer utility service costs.
(c) Definitions. The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter, § 24.277. Owner Registration and Records
have the defined meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.
(a) Registration. An owner who intends to bill tenants for submetered or
(1) Allocated utility service--Water or wastewater utility service that is allocated utility service or who changes the method used to bill tenants for
master metered to an owner by a retail public utility and allocated to tenants utility service shall register with the commission in a form prescribed by the
by the owner. commission.
(2) Apartment house--A building or buildings containing five or more (b) Water quantity measurement. Except as provided by subsections (c) and
dwelling units that are occupied primarily for nontransient use, including a (d) of this section, a manager of a condominium or the owner of an apartment
residential condominium whether rented or owner occupied, and if a house, manufactured home rental community, or multiple use facility, on
dwelling unit is rented, having rent paid at intervals of one month or more. which construction began after January 1, 2003, shall provide for the
(3) Condominium manager--A condominium unit owners' association measurement of the quantity of water, if any, consumed by the occupants of
organized under Texas Property Code §82.101, or an incorporated or each unit through the installation of:
unincorporated entity comprising the council of owners under Chapter 81, (1) submeters, owned by the property owner or manager, for each dwelling
Property Code. Condominium Manager and Manager of a Condominium unit or rental unit; or
have the same meaning.
(2) individual meters, owned by the retail public utility, for each dwelling
(4) Customer service charge--A customer service charge is a rate that is unit or rental unit.
not dependent on the amount of water used through the master meter.
(c) Plumbing system requirement. An owner of an apartment house on which
(5) Dwelling unit--One or more rooms in an apartment house or construction began after January 1, 2003, and that provides government
condominium, suitable for occupancy as a residence, and containing assisted or subsidized rental housing to low or very low income residents shall
kitchen and bathroom facilities; a unit in a multiple use facility; or a install a plumbing system in the apartment house that is compatible with the
manufactured home in a manufactured home rental community. installation of submeters for the measurement of the quantity of water, if any,
(6) Dwelling unit base charge--A flat rate or fee charged by a retail public consumed by the occupants of each unit.
utility for each dwelling unit recorded by the retail public utility. (d) Installation of individual meters. On the request by the property owner or
(7) Manufactured home rental community--A property on which spaces are manager, a retail public utility shall install individual meters owned by the
rented for the occupancy of manufactured homes for nontransient utility in an apartment house, manufactured home rental community, multiple
residential use and for which rental is paid at intervals of one month or use facility, or condominium on which construction began after January 1,
longer. 2003, unless the retail public utility determines that installation of meters is
(8) Master meter--A meter used to measure, for billing purposes, all water not feasible. If the retail public utility determines that installation of meters is
usage of an apartment house, condominium, multiple use facility, or not feasible, the property owner or manager shall install a plumbing system
manufactured home rental community, including common areas, common that is compatible with the installation of submeters or individual meters. A
facilities, and dwelling units. retail public utility may charge reasonable costs to install individual meters.
(9) Multiple use facility--A commercial or industrial park, office complex, or (e) Records. The owner shall make the following records available for
marina with five or more units that are occupied primarily for nontransient inspection by the tenant or the commission or commission staff at the on-site
use and are rented at intervals of one month or longer. manager's office during normal business hours in accordance with subsection
(g) of this section. The owner may require that the request by the tenant be
(10) Occupant--A tenant or other person authorized under a written in writing and include:
agreement to occupy a dwelling.
(1) a current and complete copy of TWC, Chapter 13, Subchapter M;
(11) Overcharge--The amount, if any, a tenant is charged for submetered
or nonsubmetered master metered utility service to the tenant's dwelling (2) a current and complete copy of this subchapter;
unit after a violation occurred relating to the assessment of a portion of (3) a current copy of the retail public utility's rate structure applicable to the
utility costs in excess of the amount the tenant would have been charged owner's bill;
under this subchapter. Overcharge and Overbilling have the same (4) information or tips on how tenants can reduce water usage;
meaning.
(5) the bills from the retail public utility to the owner;
(12) Owner--The legal titleholder of an apartment house, a manufactured
home rental community, or a multiple use facility; and any individual, firm, (6) for allocated billing:
or corporation expressly identified in the lease agreement as the landlord (A) the formula, occupancy factors, if any, and percentages used to
of tenants in the apartment house, manufactured home rental community, calculate tenant bills;
or multiple use facility. The term does not include the manager of an (B) the total number of occupants or equivalent occupants if an
apartment home unless the manager is expressly identified as the landlord equivalency factor is used under §24.281(e)(2) of this title (relating to
in the lease agreement. Charges and Calculations); and
(13) Point-of-use submeter--A device located in a plumbing system to (C) the square footage of the tenant's dwelling unit or rental space and
measure the amount of water used at a specific point of use, fixture, or the total square footage of the apartment house, manufactured home
appliance, including a sink, toilet, bathtub, or clothes washer. rental community, or multiple use facility used for billing if dwelling unit
(14) Submetered utility service--Water utility service that is master metered size or rental space is used;
for the owner by the retail public utility and individually metered by the (7) for submetered billing:
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(A) the calculation of the average cost per gallon, liter, or cubic foot; (e) Waiver of tenant rights prohibited. A rental agreement provision that
(B) if the unit of measure of the submeters or point-of-use submeters purports to waive a tenant's rights or an owner's responsibilities under this
differs from the unit of measure of the master meter, a chart for subchapter is void.
converting the tenant's submeter measurement to that used by the retail
§ 24.281. Charges and Calculations
public utility;
(C) all submeter readings; and (a) Prohibited charges. Charges billed to tenants for submetered or allocated
(D) all submeter test results; utility service may only include bills for water or wastewater from the retail
public utility and must not include any fees billed to the owner by the retail
(8) the total amount billed to all tenants each month;
public utility for any deposit, disconnect, reconnect, late payment, or other
(9) total revenues collected from the tenants each month to pay for water similar fees.
and wastewater service; and
(b) Dwelling unit base charge. If the retail public utility's rate structure includes
(10) any other information necessary for a tenant to calculate and verify a a dwelling unit base charge, the owner shall bill each dwelling unit for the
water and wastewater bill. base charge applicable to that unit. The owner may not bill tenants for any
(f) Records retention. Each of the records required under subsection (e) of dwelling unit base charges applicable to unoccupied dwelling units.
this section shall be maintained for the current year and the previous calendar (c) Customer service charge. If the retail public utility's rate structure includes
year, except that all submeter test results shall be maintained until the a customer service charge, the owner shall bill each dwelling unit the amount
submeter is permanently removed from service. of the customer service charge divided by the total number of dwelling units,
(g) Availability of records. including vacant units, that can receive service through the master meter
serving the tenants.
(1) If the records required under subsection (e) of this section are
maintained at the on-site manager's office, the owner shall make the (d) Calculations for submetered utility service. The tenant's submetered
records available for inspection at the on-site manager's office within three charges must include the dwelling unit base charge and customer service
days after receiving a written request. charge, if applicable, and the gallonage charge and must be calculated each
month as follows:
(2) If the records required under subsection (e) of this section are not
routinely maintained at the on-site manager's office, the owner shall (1) water utility service: the retail public utility's total monthly charges for
provide copies of the records to the on-site manager within 15 days of water service (less dwelling unit base charges or customer service
receiving a written request from a tenant or the commission or commission charges, if applicable), divided by the total monthly water consumption
staff. measured by the retail public utility to obtain an average water cost per
gallon, liter, or cubic foot, multiplied by the tenant's monthly consumption
(3) If there is no on-site manager, the owner shall make copies of the
or the volumetric rate charged by the retail public utility to the owner
records available at the tenant's dwelling unit at a time agreed upon by the
multiplied by the tenant's monthly water consumption;
tenant within 30 days of the owner receiving a written request from the
tenant. (2) wastewater utility service: the retail public utility's total monthly charges
for wastewater service (less dwelling unit base charges or customer
(4) Copies of the records may be provided by mail if postmarked by
service charges, if applicable), divided by the total monthly water
midnight of the last day specified in paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of this
consumption measured by the retail public utility, multiplied by the tenant's
subsection.
monthly consumption or the volumetric wastewater rate charged by the
§ 24.279. Rental Agreement retail public utility to the owner multiplied by the tenant's monthly water
consumption;
(a) Rental agreement content. The rental agreement between the owner and (3) service charge for manufactured home rental community or the owner
tenant shall clearly state in writing: or manager of apartment house: a manufactured home rental community
(1) the tenant will be billed by the owner for submetered or allocated utility or apartment house may charge a service charge in an amount not to
services, whichever is applicable; exceed 9% of the tenant's charge for submetered water and wastewater
service, except when;
(2) which utility services will be included in the bill issued by the owner;
(A) the resident resides in a unit of an apartment house that has received
(3) any disputes relating to the computation of the tenant's bill or the an allocation of low income housing tax credits under Texas
accuracy of any submetering device will be between the tenant and the Government Code, Chapter 2306, Subchapter DD; or
owner;
(B) the apartment resident receives tenant-based voucher assistance
(4) the average monthly bill for all dwelling units in the previous calendar under United States Housing Act of 1937 Section 8, (42 United States
year and the highest and lowest month's bills for that period; Code, §1437f); and
(5) if not submetered, a clear description of the formula used to allocate (4) final bill on move-out for submetered service: if a tenant moves out
utility services; during a billing period, the owner may calculate a final bill for the tenant
(6) information regarding billing such as meter reading dates, billing dates, before the owner receives the bill for that period from the retail public utility.
and due dates; If the owner is billing using the average water or wastewater cost per
(7) the period of time by which owner will repair leaks in the tenant's unit gallon, liter, or cubic foot as described in paragraph (1) of this subsection,
and in common areas, if common areas are not submetered; the owner may calculate the tenant's bill by calculating the tenant's average
volumetric rate for the last three months and multiplying that average
(8) the tenant has the right to receive information from the owner to verify volumetric rate by the tenant's consumption for the billing period.
the utility bill; and
(e) Calculations for allocated utility service.
(9) for manufactured home rental communities and apartment houses, the
service charge percentage permitted under §24.281(d)(3) of this title (1) Before an owner may allocate the retail public utility's master meter bill
(relating to Charges and Calculations) that will be billed to tenants. for water and sewer service to the tenants, the owner shall first deduct:
(b) Requirement to provide rules. At the time a rental agreement is discussed, (A) dwelling unit base charges or customer service charge, if applicable;
the owner shall provide a copy of this subchapter or a copy of the rules to the and
tenant to inform the tenant of his rights and the owner's responsibilities under (B) common area usage such as installed landscape irrigation systems,
this subchapter. pools, and laundry rooms, if any, as follows:
(c) Tenant agreement to billing method changes. An owner shall not change (i) if all common areas are separately metered or submetered, deduct
the method by which a tenant is billed unless the tenant has agreed to the the actual common area usage;
change by signing a lease or other written agreement. The owner shall (ii) if common areas that are served through the master meter that
provide notice of the proposed change at least 35 days prior to implementing provides water to the dwelling units are not separately metered or
the new method. submetered and there is an installed landscape irrigation system,
(d) Change from submetered to allocated billing. An owner shall not change deduct at least 25% of the retail public utility's master meter bill;
from submetered billing to allocated billing, except after receiving written (iii) if all water used for an installed landscape irrigation system is
approval from the commission after a demonstration of good cause and if the metered or submetered and there are other common areas such as
rental agreement requirements under subsections (a), (b), and (c) of this pools or laundry rooms that are not metered or submetered, deduct
section have been met. Good cause may include: at least 5% of the retail public utility's master meter bill; or
(1) equipment failures; or (iv) if common areas that are served through the master meter that
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submetered and there is no installed landscape irrigation system, (2) install submeters and begin billing on a submetered basis; or
deduct at least 5% of the retail public utility's master meter bill. (3) discontinue billing for utility services.
(2) To calculate a tenant's bill:
§ 24.283. Billing
(A) for an apartment house, the owner shall multiply the amount
established in paragraph (1) of this subsection by: (a) Monthly billing of total charges. The owner shall bill the tenant each month
(i) the number of occupants in the tenant's dwelling unit divided by the for the total charges calculated under §24.281 of this title (relating to Charges
total number of occupants in all dwelling units at the beginning of the and Calculations). If it is permitted in the rental agreement, an occupant or
month for which bills are being rendered; or occupants who are not residing in the rental unit for a period longer than 30
(ii) the number of occupants in the tenant's dwelling unit using a ratio days may be excluded from the occupancy calculation and from paying a
occupancy formula divided by the total number of occupants in all water and sewer bill for that period.
dwelling units at the beginning of the retail public utility's billing period (b) Rendering bill.
using the same ratio occupancy formula to determine the total. The (1) Allocated bills shall be rendered as promptly as possible after the owner
ratio occupancy formula will reflect what the owner believes more receives the retail public utility bill.
accurately represents the water use in units that are occupied by
multiple tenants. The ratio occupancy formula that is used must (2) Submeter bills shall be rendered as promptly as possible after the
assign a fractional portion per tenant of no less than that on the owner receives the retail public utility bill or according to the time schedule
following scale: in the rental agreement if the owner is billing using the retail public utility's
rate.
(I) dwelling unit with one occupant = 1;
(c) Submeter reading schedule. Submeters or point-of-use submeters shall
(II) dwelling unit with two occupants = 1.6; be read within three days of the scheduled reading date of the retail public
(III) dwelling unit with three occupants = 2.2; or utility's master meter or according to the schedule in the rental agreement if
(IV) dwelling unit with more than three occupants = 2.2 + 0.4 per the owner is billing using the retail public utility's rate.
each additional occupant over three; or (d) Billing period.
(iii) the average number of occupants per bedroom, which shall be (1) Allocated bills shall be rendered for the same billing period as that of
determined by the following occupancy formula. The formula must the retail public utility, generally monthly, unless service is provided for less
calculate the average number of occupants in all dwelling units based than that period.
on the number of bedrooms in the dwelling unit according to the scale (2) Submeter bills shall be rendered for the same billing period as that of
below, notwithstanding the actual number of occupants in each of the the retail public utility, generally monthly, unless service is provided for less
dwelling unit's bedrooms or all dwelling units: than that period. If the owner uses the retail public utility's actual rate, the
(I) dwelling unit with an efficiency = 1; billing period may be an alternate billing period specified in the rental
(II) dwelling unit with one bedroom = 1.6; agreement.
(III) dwelling unit with two bedrooms = 2.8; (e) Multi-item bill. If issued on a multi-item bill, charges for submetered or
allocated utility service must be separate and distinct from any other charges
(IV) dwelling unit with three bedrooms = 4 + 1.2 for each additional
on the bill.
bedroom; or
(f) Information on bill. The bill must clearly state that the utility service is
(iv) a factor using a combination of square footage and occupancy in
submetered or allocated, as applicable, and must include all of the following:
which no more than 50% is based on square footage. The square
footage portion must be based on the total square footage living area (1) total amount due for submetered or allocated water;
of the dwelling unit as a percentage of the total square footage living (2) total amount due for submetered or allocated wastewater;
area of all dwelling units of the apartment house; or (3) total amount due for dwelling unit base charge(s) or customer service
(v) the individually submetered hot or cold water usage of the tenant's charge(s) or both, if applicable;
dwelling unit divided by all submetered hot or cold water usage in all (4) total amount due for water or wastewater usage, if applicable;
dwelling units;
(5) the name of the retail public utility and a statement that the bill is not
(B) a condominium manager shall multiply the amount established in from the retail public utility;
paragraph (1) of this subsection by any of the factors under
subparagraph (A) of this paragraph or may follow the methods outlined (6) name and address of the tenant to whom the bill is applicable;
in the condominium contract; (7) name of the firm rendering the bill and the name or title, address, and
(C) for a manufactured home rental community, the owner shall multiply telephone number of the firm or person to be contacted in case of a billing
the amount established in paragraph (1) of this subsection by: dispute; and
(i) any of the factors developed under subparagraph (A) of this (8) name, address, and telephone number of the party to whom payment
paragraph; or is to be made.
(ii) the area of the individual rental space divided by the total area of (g) Information on submetered service. In addition to the information required
all rental spaces; and in subsection (f) of this section, a bill for submetered service must include all
of the following:
(D) for a multiple use facility, the owner shall multiply the amount
established in paragraph (1) of this subsection by: (1) the total number of gallons, liters, or cubic feet submetered or measured
by point-of-use submeters;
(i) any of the factors developed under subparagraph (A) of this
paragraph; or (2) the cost per gallon, liter, or cubic foot for each service provided; and
(ii) the square footage of the rental space divided by the total square (3) total amount due for a service charge charged by an owner of a
footage of all rental spaces. manufactured home rental community, if applicable.
(3) If a tenant moves in or out during a billing period, the owner may (h) Due date. The due date on the bill may not be less than 16 days after it is
calculate a bill for the tenant. If the tenant moves in during a billing period, mailed or hand delivered to the tenant, unless the due date falls on a federal
the owner shall prorate the bill by calculating a bill as if the tenant were holiday or weekend, in which case the following work day will be the due date.
there for the whole month and then charging the tenant for only the number The owner shall record the date the bill is mailed or hand delivered. A
of days the tenant lived in the unit divided by the number of days in the payment is delinquent if not received by the due date.
month multiplied by the calculated bill. If a tenant moves out during a billing (i) Estimated bill. An estimated bill may be rendered if a master meter,
period before the owner receives the bill for that period from the retail public submeter, or point-of-use submeter has been tampered with, cannot be read,
utility, the owner may calculate a final bill. The owner may calculate the or is out of order; and in such case, the bill must be distinctly marked as an
tenant's bill by calculating the tenant's average bill for the last three months estimate and the subsequent bill must reflect an adjustment for actual
and multiplying that average bill by the number of days the tenant was in charges.
the unit divided by the number of days in that month. (j) Payment by tenant. Unless utility bills are paid to a third-party billing
(f) Conversion to approved allocation method. An owner using an allocation company on behalf of the owner, or unless clearly designated by the tenant,
formula other than those approved in subsection (e) of this section shall payment must be applied first to rent and then to utilities.
immediately provide notice as required under §24.279(c) of this title (relating (k) Overbilling and underbilling. If a bill is issued and subsequently found to
to Rental Agreement) and either: be in error, the owner shall calculate a billing adjustment. If the tenant is due
(1) adopt one of the methods in subsection (e) of this section; or a refund, an adjustment must be calculated for all of that tenant's bills that

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included overcharges. If the overbilling or underbilling affects all tenants, an (A) The owner may not bill the tenant for testing costs if the submeter
adjustment must be calculated for all of the tenants' bills. If the tenant was fails to meet AWWA accuracy standards for water meters or ASME
undercharged, and the cause was not due to submeter or point-of-use standards for point-of-use submeters.
submeter error, the owner may calculate an adjustment for bills issued in the (B) The owner may not bill the tenant for testing costs if there is no
previous six months. If the total undercharge is $25 or more, the owner shall evidence that the submeter or point-of-use submeter was calibrated or
offer the tenant a deferred payment plan option, for the same length of time tested within the preceding 24 months.
as that of the underbilling. Adjustments for usage by a previous tenant may
not be back billed to a current tenant. (C) The owner may bill the tenant for actual testing costs (not to exceed
$25) if the submeter meets AWWA accuracy standards or the point-of-
(l) Disputed bills. In the event of a dispute between a tenant and an owner use submeter meets ASME accuracy standards and evidence as
regarding any bill, the owner shall investigate the matter and report the results described in paragraph (7)(A) of this subsection was provided to the
of the investigation to the tenant in writing. The investigation and report must tenant.
be completed within 30 days from the date the tenant gives written notification
of the dispute to the owner. (9) Bill adjustment due to submeter or point-of-use submeter error. If a
submeter does not meet AWWA accuracy standards or a point-of-use
(m) Late fee. A one-time penalty not to exceed 5% may be applied to submeter does not meet ASME accuracy standards and the tenant was
delinquent accounts. If such a penalty is applied, the bill must indicate the overbilled, an adjusted bill must be rendered in accordance with §24.283(k)
amount due if the late penalty is incurred. No late penalty may be applied of this title (relating to Billing). The owner may not charge the tenant for
unless agreed to by the tenant in a written lease that states the percentage any underbilling that occurred because the submeter or point-of-use
amount of such late penalty. submeter was in error.
§ 24.285. Complaint Jurisdiction (10) Submeter or point-of-use submeter testing facilities and equipment.
For submeters, an owner shall comply with the AWWA's meter testing
(a) Jurisdiction. The commission has exclusive jurisdiction for violations under requirements. For point-of-use meters, an owner shall comply with ASME's
this subchapter. meter testing requirements.
(b) Complaints. If an apartment house owner, condominium manager, (b) Plumbing fixtures. After January 1, 2003, before an owner of an apartment
manufactured home rental community owner, or other multiple use facility house, manufactured home rental community, or multiple use facility or a
owner violates a commission rule regarding utility costs, the person claiming manager of a condominium may implement a program to bill tenants for
the violation may file a complaint with the commission and may appear submetered or allocated water service, the owner or manager shall adhere to
remotely for a hearing. the following standards:
(1) Texas Health and Safety Code, §372.002, for sink or lavatory faucets,
§ 24.287. Submeters or Point-of-Use Submeters and Plumbing Fixtures faucet aerators, and showerheads;
(a) Submeters or point-of-use submeters. (2) perform a water leak audit of each dwelling unit or rental unit and each
common area and repair any leaks found; and
(1) Same type submeters or point-of-use submeters required. All
submeters or point-of-use submeters throughout a property must use the (3) not later than the first anniversary of the date an owner of an apartment
same unit of measurement, such as gallon, liter, or cubic foot. house, manufactured home rental community, or multiple use facility or a
manager of a condominium begins to bill for submetered or allocated water
(2) Installation by owner. The owner shall be responsible for providing,
service, the owner or manager shall:
installing, and maintaining all submeters or point-of-use submeters
necessary for the measurement of water to tenants and to common areas, (A) remove any toilets that exceed a maximum flow of 3.5 gallons per
if applicable. flush; and
(3) Submeter or point-of-use submeter tests prior to installation. No (B) install toilets that meet the standards prescribed by Texas Health
submeter or point-of-use submeter may be placed in service unless its and Safety Code, §372.002.
accuracy has been established. If any submeter or point-of-use submeter (c) Plumbing fixture not applicable. Subsection (b) of this section does not
is removed from service, it must be properly tested and calibrated before apply to a manufactured home rental community owner who does not own
being placed in service again. the manufactured homes located on the property of the manufactured home
(4) Accuracy requirements for submeters and point-of-use submeters. rental community.
Submeters must be calibrated as close as possible to the condition of zero
error and within the accuracy standards established by the American Water
Works Association (AWWA) for water meters. Point-of-use submeters
must be calibrated as closely as possible to the condition of zero error and
within the accuracy standards established by the American Society of
Mechanical Engineers (ASME) for point-of-use and branch-water
submetering systems.
(5) Location of submeters and point-of-use submeters. Submeters and
point-of-use submeters must be installed in accordance with applicable
plumbing codes and AWWA standards for water meters or ASME
standards for point-of-use submeters, and must be readily accessible to
the tenant and to the owner for testing and inspection where such activities
will cause minimum interference and inconvenience to the tenant.
(6) Submeter and point-of-use submeter records. The owner shall maintain
a record on each submeter or point-of-use submeter which includes:
(A) an identifying number;
(B) the installation date (and removal date, if applicable);
(C) date(s) the submeter or point-of-use submeter was calibrated or
tested;
(D) copies of all tests; and
(E) the current location of the submeter or point-of-use submeter.
(7) Submeter or point-of-use submeter test on request of tenant. Upon
receiving a written request from the tenant, the owner shall either:
(A) provide evidence, at no charge to the tenant, that the submeter or
point-of-use submeter was calibrated or tested within the preceding 24
months and determined to be within the accuracy standards established
by the AWWA for water meters or ASME standards for point-of-use
submeters; or
(B) have the submeter or point-of-use submeter removed and tested and
promptly advise the tenant of the test results.
(8) Billing for submeter or point-of-use submeter test.

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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR ALLOCATING STORMWATER/DRAINAGE COSTS

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease Contract for Apt. No.  0624 in the
SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.

Apartments in  Austin ,
Texas. The terms of this addendum will control if the terms of the Lease and this addendum conflict.

2. Reason for allocation. Governmental entities impose stormwater/drainage fees to help pay for the cost of maintaining
the infrastructure needed to prevent flooding and lessen the impact of pollution on our water system. These fees can be
significant. Our property has chosen to allocate this fee so residents are more aware of the true costs associated with these
fees and so it is not necessary to raise rents to keep pace with these fee increases.

3. Your payment due date. Payment of your allocated stormwater/drainage bill is due 16 days after the date it is postmarked
or hand delivered to your apartment. You agree to mail or deliver payment to the place indicated on your bill so that payment
is received no later than the due date. You will pay a late charge of 5 percent of your stormwater/drainage bill if we do
not receive timely payment. If you are late in paying the stormwater/drainage bill, we may immediately exercise all lawful
remedies under your lease contract, including eviction—just like late payment of rent.

4. Allocation procedures. Your monthly base rent under the TAA Lease Contract does not include a charge for stormwater/
drainage costs. You will pay separately for these monthly recurring fixed charges which are defined under the Lease as
“Additional Rent”. You may receive a separate bill from us each month or we may include these items as separate and distinct
charges as part of a multi-item bill. You agree to and we will allocate the monthly stormwater/drainage bill for the apartment
community based on the allocation method checked below. (check only one)
q A percentage reflecting your apartment unit’s share of the total square footage in the apartment community, i.e. your unit’s
square footage divided by the total square footage in all apartment units.
q A percentage reflecting your apartment unit’s share of the total number of people living in the apartment community, i.e.
the number of people living in your apartment divided by the total number of people living in the entire apartment commu-
nity for the month. (“People” for this purpose are all residents and occupants listed in leases at the apartment community
as having a right to occupy the respective units).
q Half of your allocation will be based on your apartment’s share of total square footage and half will be based on your share
of total people living in the apartment community, as described above.
X Per dwelling unit
q
q Other formula (see attached page)

5. Penalties and fees. Only the total stormwater/drainage bill will be allocated. Penalties or interest for any late payment of
the master stormwater/ drainage bill by us will be paid for by us and will not be allocated. A nominal administrative fee of
$
0.00 per month (not to exceed $3) will be added to your bill for processing, billing and/or collecting.

6. Change of allocation formula. The above allocation formula for determining your share of the stormwater/drainage bill
cannot be changed except as follows: (1) you receive notice of the new formula at least 35 days before it takes effect; and
(2) you agree to the change in a signed lease renewal or signed mutual agreement.

7. Right to examine records. You may examine our stormwater/drainage bills from the utility company, and our calculations
relating to the monthly allocation of the stormwater/drainage bills during regular weekday office hours. Please give us
reasonable advance notice to gather the data.

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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR ALLOCATING TRASH REMOVAL AND RECYCLING COSTS

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease Contract for Apt. No.  0624 in the
SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.

Apartments in  Austin ,
Texas OR
the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address) 
in  , Texas.

2. Reason for allocation. Our property receives a single bill for trash removal/recycling. In recent years, many trash haulers
and recyclers have increased fees dramatically to keep pace with rising costs associated with landfills and environmental
mandates. By allocating this bill, we hope to make residents more aware of the true costs of waste disposal and to help
reduce, reuse and recycle, and in turn, lower both costs and the impact on our environment.

3. Your payment due date. Payment of your allocated trash removal and recycling bill is due 16 days after the date it is
postmarked or hand delivered to your apartment. You agree to mail or deliver payment to the place indicated on your bill
so that payment is received no later than the due date. There will be a late charge of $
0.00 (not to exceed $3) if
we do not receive timely payment. If you are late in paying the trash removal/recycling bill, we may immediately exercise all
lawful remedies under your lease contract, including eviction—just like late payment of rent.

4. Allocation procedures. Your monthly base rent under the TAA Lease Contract does not include a charge for trash
removal/recycling. You will pay separately for these monthly recurring fixed charges which are defined under the Lease
as “Additional Rent”. You may receive a separate bill from us each month or we may include these items as separate and
distinct charges as part of a multi-item bill. You agree to and we will allocate the monthly trash removal/recycling bill for the
apartment community based on the allocation method checked below. (check only one)
q A percentage reflecting your apartment unit’s share of the total square footage in the apartment community, i.e., your
unit’s square footage divided by the total square footage in all apartment units.
q A percentage reflecting your apartment unit’s share of the total number of people living in the apartment community,
i.e., the number of people living in your apartment divided by the total number of people living in the entire apartment
community for the month. (“People” for this purpose are all residents and occupants listed in leases at the apartment
community as having a right to occupy the respective units.)
q Half of your allocation will be based on your apartment unit’s share of total square footage and half will be based on your
share of total people living in the apartment community, as described above.
X Per dwelling unit
q
q Other formula (see attached page)

5. Penalties and fees. Only the total trash removal/recycling bill will be allocated. Penalties or interest for any late payment
of the master trash removal/ recycling bill by us will be paid for by us and will not be allocated. A nominal administrative fee
of $
0.00 per month (not to exceed $3) will be added to your bill for processing, billing and collecting.
Your trash removal/recycling allocation bill may include state and local sales taxes as required by state law.

6. Change of allocation formula. The above allocation formula for determining your share of the trash removal/recycling
costs cannot be changed except as follows: (1) you receive notice of the new formula at least 35 days before it takes effect;
and (2) you agree to the change in a signed lease renewal or signed mutual agreement.

7. Right to examine records. You may examine the trash removal/recycling bill we receive from the trash utility and our
calculations related to the monthly allocation of the trash recycling/removal bill during regular weekday office hours. Please
give us reasonable advance notice to gather the data.

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Trash Service Addendum

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract for Apt. No. 0624 in
Ethos Apartments Apartments.
2. Acknowledgment Concerning Trash Service Requirements. You agree to abide by all trash guidelines and requirements
set forth in this addendum. You understand and agree:

• Trash must be secured (check one): In trash bags X In trash bags inside a trash container.
• Trash will be placed outside for collection only in the following designated area:
X Outside front door Curbside Ground floor breezeway Other
• Trash may be placed outside for pick up only on the following designated day(s):
X Monday X Tuesday X Wednesday X Thursday Friday Saturday X Sunday

• Trash may be placed outside for pick up only at the following designated time: 6-8PM
• In the event that a collection date is missed, it is the responsibility of the resident to dispose of the trash in a designated
compactor or dumpster area, or keep the trash inside the apartment until the next collection date.
• Trash may NOT be placed outside for pick up on the following holidays: New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Easter,
Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
3. Trash Preparation Requirements. You agree to adhere to the following requirements:
• All trash must be in bags and securely tied. No loose trash will be collected.
• All pet litter and waste must be double bagged.
• Do not put broken glass or sharp objects in trash for pick up.
• Cardboard boxes must be broken down (flattened) and securely bundled together.
• No oversized items (i.e. furniture, large boxes, etc) will be picked up.
• No bags over 25lbs will be picked up.

4. Additional Requirements for Provided Trash Container. You X will will not be provided with a trash container. You
agree to adhere to the following requirements if a trash container is provided:
• All issued trash containers are property of the trash service and must be left in the apartment at move out.
• It is the responsibility of the resident to keep the trash container clean and in good condition.
• It is the responsibility of the resident to bring the container inside the apartment no later than 10AM .
• A container left out during non-designated times will be removed and may result in an interruption of service.
• If a container is removed for the above violation, it will be returned after a $ 25.00 return fee has been paid.
• There will be a $ 25.00 charge for an additional container, or for replacement of a damaged or missing
container.
5. Penalties for Non-Compliance. If any of the items outlined in paragraph 2, 3, or 4 of this addendum are not met at any
time during the initial term or any renewal term of your Lease, you will be in breach of your Lease and liable for a
$_____________
25.00 non-compliance fee and subject to any consequences as outlined in the Lease Contract.
Repeated non-compliance will result in the termination of trash services and the responsibility for trash disposal will return
to the resident(s).
6. Special Provisions. The following provisions will supersede any conflicting provisions of the Lease Contract and this
addendum.

________________________________________________
10/21/2023 ________________________________________________
Resident Name/Date Resident Name/Date

________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Resident Name/Date Resident Name/Date

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10/26/2023
Community Director/Date

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Recycling Addendum

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract for Apt. No. ______________
0624 in
_______________________________________
Ethos Apartments Apartments.

2. Acknowledgment Concerning Recycling Program. You agree to abide by all recycling guidelines and
requirements set forth in this addendum.

3. Recycling. We encourage every resident to participate in the recycling program. Doing so not only properly
manages recyclable material so it can be used to make new products, but diverting usable material from the
landfill extends the life of the landfill. By extending the landfill life, we are better able to control future trash
service costs. As a result, trash can be disposed of locally rather than be transported to another area landfill.

4. Recycling Program. You agree to adhere to the following requirements:


 Recyclables must be placed in (check one): 
X Recycle trash can  Labeled recycle dumpster

o Located
________________________________________________________________________________
Trash Compactors
 Recyclables and recycle containers may not be stored anywhere outside of your apartment home including
patio, breezeways, etc.

5. Recyclables Preparation Requirements. You agree to adhere to the following requirements:


 Type of recycling program (check one):  X Single stream  Sorted
 Accepted recyclables (check all that apply):  X Glass 
X Aluminum and metal X Paper 
X Flattened cardboard
 Hard plastics  Plastics with the 1-7 recycle emblem
X X
 All recyclables must be loose when placed in the recycle trash can or recycle dumpster. Do not put in trash
or recycle bags

4. Additional Requirements for Provided Recycle Container. You  will  X will not be provided with a container.
You agree to adhere to the following requirements if a container is provided:
 All issued recycle containers must be left in the apartment at move out
 It is the responsibility of the resident to keep the recycle container clean and in good condition

5. Penalties for Non-Compliance. You agree to adhere to the following requirements:


 Containers left outside will result in a fine in the amount of $_______
 There will be a $_______ charge for an additional container, or for replacement of a damaged or missing
container

10/21/2023 ______
Resident Name/Date Resident Name/Date

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Resident Name/Date Resident Name/Date

10/26/2023
Community Director/Date

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Lease Addendum for Additional Services and Fees

1. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract for Apt. No. 0624


_____________ in the Ethos Apartments
_______________________________________
_______________________________________ Apartments. The Terms of this addendum will control if the terms of the lease
and this addendum conflict.

2. Responsibility for payment of the listed services or fees, and the method of allocation, will be as indicated below. Your monthly
base rent under the TAA Lease Contract does not include a charge for the services or fees listed below. Instead, we will include
this item as a separate and distinct charge as part of a multi-item bill.
a) Valet Trash service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
❑ directly to the utility service provider; or

X charges will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula:
1
______________________________________

X if flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $____________________
25.00 per month.

X 3rd party billing company Conservice LLC
___________________________________________________________________________
b) Pest Control service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
❑ directly to the utility service provider; or

X charges will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula:
1
______________________________________

X if flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $____________________
5.00 per month.

X 3rd party billing company Conservice LLC
___________________________________________________________________________
c) Cable TV service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
❑ directly to the utility service provider; or
❑ charges will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula:
______________________________________
❑ if flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $____________________ per month.
❑ 3rd party billing company ___________________________________________________________________________
d) Internet service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
❑ directly to the utility service provider; or
❑ charges will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula:
______________________________________
❑ if flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $____________________ per month.
❑ 3rd party billing company ___________________________________________________________________________
e) Alarm Monitoring service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
❑ directly to the utility service provider; or
❑ charges will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula:
______________________________________
❑ if flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $____________________ per month.
❑ 3rd party billing company ___________________________________________________________________________
f) HOA Dues service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
❑ directly to the utility service provider; or
❑ charges will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula:
______________________________________
❑ if flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $____________________ per month.
❑ 3rd party billing company ___________________________________________________________________________
g) Amenity/Technology service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
❑ directly to the utility service provider; or
❑ charges will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula:
______________________________________
❑ if flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $____________________ per month.
❑ 3rd party billing company ___________________________________________________________________________
h) (Other) Rent Admin Fee
_________________________________________________ service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
❑ directly to the utility service provider; or

X charges will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula:
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❑ if flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $____________________ per month.

X 3rd party billing company Conservice LLC
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i) (Other) _________________________________________________ service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
❑ directly to the utility service provider; or
❑ charges will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula:
______________________________________
❑ if flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $____________________ per month.
❑ 3rd party billing company ___________________________________________________________________________
j) (Other) _________________________________________________ service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
❑ directly to the utility service provider; or
❑ charges will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula:
______________________________________
❑ if flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $____________________ per month.
❑ 3rd party billing company ___________________________________________________________________________
k) (Other) _________________________________________________ service to your dwelling will be paid by you either:
❑ directly to the utility service provider; or
❑ charges will be billed by the service provider to us and then allocated to you based on the following formula:
______________________________________
❑ if flat rate is selected, the current flat rate is $____________________ per month.
❑ 3rd party billing company ___________________________________________________________________________

METERING/ALLOCATION METHOD KEY


“1” – Flat rate per month
“2” – Per dwelling unit (monthly charge divided by number of occupied dwelling units)
“3” – Allocation based on the number of persons residing in your dwelling unit
“4” – Allocation based on the number of persons residing in your dwelling unit using a ratio occupancy formula
“5” – Allocation based on square footage of your dwelling unit
“6” – Allocation based on a combination of square footage of your dwelling unit and the number of persons residing in your
dwelling unit
“7” – Allocation based on the number of bedrooms in your dwelling unit
“8” – Allocation based on a lawful formula not listed here
(Note: if method “8” is selected, the formula used will be described in special provisions)

3. Apartment owners receive bills for services provided to residents and charges for various governmental fees. These are direct
costs that the apartment community incurs. In order to help control the cost of rent, we have chosen to allocate the services and
governmental fees indicated below through an allocated bill using a standardized formula to distribute these costs fairly.
If a flat fee method for trash or other utility service is used, Resident and Owner agree that the charges indicated in this
Agreement (as may be amended with written notice as specified above) represent a fair and reasonable amount for the
service(s) provided and that the amount billed is not based on a monthly per unit cost.

4. When you move out, you will receive a final bill which may be estimated based on your prior usage. This bill must be paid at the
time you move out or it will be deducted from the security deposit.

5. We are not liable for any losses or damages you incur as a result of outages, interruptions, or fluctuations in services provided to
the dwelling unless such loss or damage was the direct result of negligence by us or our employees. You release us from any and
all such claims and waive any claims for offset or reduction of rent or diminished rental value of the dwelling due to such
outages, interruptions, or fluctuations.

6. You agree not to tamper with, adjust, or disconnect any service device. Violation of this provision is a material breach of your
Lease and may subject you to eviction or other remedies available to us under the Lease, this Addendum, and at law.

7. Where lawful, all services, charges, and fees of any kind under this lease shall be considered additional rent, and if partial
payments are accepted by the Owner, they will be allocated first to non-rent charges and to rent last.

8. The allocation formula(s) for determining your share of the services and fees above cannot be changed except as follows: (1) you
receive notice of the new formula at least 35 days before it takes effect; and (2) you agree to the change in a signed lease
renewal or signed mutual agreement.

9. This Addendum is designed for use in multiple jurisdictions, and no billing method, charge, or fee mentioned herein will be used
in any jurisdiction where such use would be unlawful. If any provision of this Addendum or the Lease is invalid or unenforceable
under applicable law, such provision shall be ineffective to the extent of such invalidity or unenforceability only without
invalidation or otherwise affecting the remainder of this Addendum or the Lease. Except as specifically stated herein, all other
terms and conditions of the Lease shall remain unchanged. In the event of any conflict between the terms of this Addendum and
the terms of the Lease, the terms of this Addendum shall control.

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10. The following special provisions and any addenda or written rules furnished to you at or before signing will become a part of this
Addendum and will supersede any conflicting provision of this printed Addendum and/or the Lease Contract.
Method 8: a monthly amount not to exceed $5.00.
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_________________________________________________ 10/21/2023
_____________________________
Resident Date
_________________________________________________ _____________________________
Resident Date
_________________________________________________ _____________________________
Resident Date
_________________________________________________ _____________________________
Resident Date
_________________________________________________ _____________________________
Resident Date
_________________________________________________ _____________________________
Resident Date

_________________________________________________ 10/26/2023
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Owner’s Representative Date

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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR ALLOCATING SERVICES AND GOVERNMENTAL FEES

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease Contract for Apt. No.  0624 in the
SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.

Apartments in  Austin ,
Texas. The terms of this addendum will control if the terms of the Lease and this addendum conflict.

2. Reason for allocation. Apartment owners receive bills for services provided to residents and charges for various
governmental fees. These are direct costs that the apartment community incurs. In order to help control the cost of rent, we
have chosen to allocate the services and governmental fees indicated below through an allocated bill using a standardized
formula to distribute these costs fairly. While we may impose a nominal fee to help recover our costs in administering these
bills, we do not add any other costs to these bills and make no profit off of them.

3. Services and governmental fees allocated. We will allocate the following services and governmental fees:
q Cable/satellite television q Registration/license fee
q Stormwater/drainage q
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Backflow Inspection
q Trash removal/recycling q
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CoA Community Benefit Charge
q Street repair/maintenance fee q
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CoA Reserve Fund Surcharge
q Emergency services fee q Other ����������������������������������������������
q Conservation district fee q Other ����������������������������������������������
q Inspection fee q Other ����������������������������������������������

4. Your payment due date. Payment of your allocated services and governmental fee bill is due 16 days after the date it is
postmarked or hand delivered to your apartment. You agree to mail or deliver payment to the place indicated on your bill so
that payment is received no later than the due date. You will pay a late charge of $
0.00 (not to exceed $3) if we
do not receive timely payment. If you are late in paying the services and governmental fee bill, we may cut off services, as
allowed by law, and we may immediately exercise all other lawful remedies, including eviction—just like late payment of rent.

5. Allocation procedures. Your monthly base rent under the TAA Lease Contract does not include a charge for the services
and governmental fees indicated above. You will pay separately for these charges which are defined under the Lease as
“Additional Rent”. You may receive a separate bill from us each month or we may include these items as separate and
distinct charges as part of a multi-item bill.
You agree to and we will allocate the indicated services and governmental fees for the apartment community based on the
allocation method checked below: (check only one)
q A percentage reflecting your apartment unit’s share of the total square footage in the apartment community, i.e., your
unit’s square footage divided by the total square footage in all apartment units.
q A percentage reflecting your apartment unit’s share of the total number of people living in the apartment community,
i.e., the number of people living in your apartment divided by the total number of people living in the entire apartment
community for the month. (“People” for this purpose are all residents and occupants listed in leases at the apartment
community as having a right to occupy the respective units).
q Half of your allocation will be based on your apartment unit’s share of total square footage and half will be based on your
share of total people living in the apartment community, as described above.
X Per dwelling unit
q
q Other formula (see attached page)

6. Penalties and fees. Only the total of the services and governmental fee bills will be allocated. Penalties or interest
for any late payment of these bills by us will be paid for by us and will not be allocated. A nominal administrative fee of
$
0.00 per month (not to exceed $3) will be added to your bill for processing, billing and/or collecting.

7. Change of allocation formula. The above allocation formula for determining your share of the services and governmental
fee bills cannot be changed except as follows: (1) you receive notice of the new formula at least 35 days before it takes effect;
and (2) you agree to the change in a signed lease renewal or signed mutual agreement.

8. Right to examine records. You may examine our service and governmental fee bills from the companies and governmental
entities and our calculations relating to the monthly allocation of these bills during regular weekday office hours. Please give
us reasonable advance notice to gather the data.

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Parking Policy Addendum

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease for Apt. No. 0624


__________________ in Ethos Apartments
_________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________.

2. Acknowledgment Concerning Parking Requirements. You must abide by all parking guidelines and requirements set forth in
the “Parking” paragraph of the Apartment Lease Contract and this addendum.

3. Resident/Occupant Parking with Permit Requirements. This property ! X does ! does not have parking permit
requirements. If required, a parking permit, pass, online/virtual registra on, or barcode is required for resident vehicles
parked (select all that apply):
!
X anywhere on property ! in assigned/reserved covered spaces (not a carport)
! in unassigned covered spaces (not a carport) ! in assigned/reserved carport spaces
! in unassigned carport spaces ! in assigned/reserved uncovered spaces
! in unassigned uncovered spaces ! in assigned/reserved parking garage spaces (community use)
! in unassigned parking garage spaces (community use)

• If you purchase a new vehicle, or replace a vehicle listed below, you must bring your registra on into the front o ce for
veri ca on and complete a revised agreement. If you feel you need a temporary permit, you must contact the leasing
o ce to discuss this with Management. Registra on/permits are not transferrable.
• If required above, all vehicles parked in these areas must clearly display a valid parking permit/pass/decal/hanger/other
provided by the property. Permits must be visibly placed on the: (check one) ! exterior rear of your vehicle ! X
windshield near the registra on and inspec on s ckers ! rearview mirror ! passenger window !
other______________________________________.
• If required above, only residents (leaseholders) and occupants listed on the Lease will receive a parking permit as
described above, whether physical or virtual/online. Occupants of legal driving age will receive a parking permit upon
request from a resident/leaseholder listed on the Lease.
• Residents are responsible for informing guests of our parking policies and where they may park.
• Online/Virtual Permits. Where applicable:
o All resident vehicles must be registered online using the following website or smartphone app: R2Park.com
_________________
____________________________________________. If a vehicle is not registered online, it is unauthorized to park
in any area selected above and is subject to immediate towing.
o All online/virtual permits will expire on your move-out date unless the following speci es otherwise: _____________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________.
o If online or in-person registra on of your vehicle is delayed for any reason, you must park ______________________
_______________________________________________________________________ un l registra on is complete.

Addi onal Resident/Occupant permit-required parking informa on:


_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. Resident/Occupant Parking without Permit Requirements. This property ! does ! does not have parking available
without a permit required. Where applicable, assigned or reserved spaces may be u lized by only those residents/
occupants to whom they are assigned. Residents are not required to have a parking permit for vehicles parked (select all
that apply):
! anywhere on property !
X in assigned/reserved garages (individual use)
! in unassigned covered spaces (not a carport) ! in assigned/reserved covered spaces (not a carport)
! in unassigned carport spaces !
X in assigned/reserved carport spaces
!
X in unassigned uncovered spaces ! in assigned/reserved uncovered spaces
! in unassigned parking garage spaces (community use) ! in assigned/reserved parking garage spaces (community use)

Addi onal Resident/Occupant parking (without permit) informa on:


_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Where available, street parking (metered or unmetered) outside of the property may be u lized by residents/occupants on
a rst-come, rst-served basis.

5. Parking Garage (Community Use). This property ! does ! X does not have a parking garage. Spaces within the parking
garage are ! reserved and/or ! not reserved. If the property does have a parking garage, the parking spaces within it are
available for use by only ! residents of the property ! occupants of the property ! their guests. Parking in these
structures without a valid permit (if required above) may result in towing or immobiliza on of your vehicle or your guest’s
vehicle without no ce.

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6. Assigned/Reserved Parking Requirements (Individual Use). The amount listed in the rent paragraph of the lease (select one):
! includes the rental amount for the resident’s exclusive use of the following parking space(s)
! does not include the rental amount of $____________ for the resident’s exclusive use of the following parking space(s)
(Select all that apply):
!X Garage (individual) or carport a ached to the dwelling !
X Carport #(s) ______________________________________
!
X Garage (individual) #(s) ________________________ ! Covered space (not a carport) #(s) ____________________
! Parking garage space #(s)_______________________ ! Assigned/reserved space #(s) ________________________

• Residents with a parking space indicated above are required to park their vehicle in the designated space and may no
longer park in any unassigned resident parking spaces.
• Only persons listed as a resident or occupant may use these parking spaces.
• We may periodically open and enter garages to ensure compliance with this addendum.
• We reserve the right to retake possession and/or le evic on if you default in complying with this addendum or the law.
• If dwelling unit is vacated or abandoned, parking space indicated above will be considered the same and subject to the
same remedies as outlined in the lease contract

7. Recrea onal Parking Requirements (Boat/Trailer/RV). Boat, trailer, and/or RV parking ! is ! X is not available on this
property. If available, only the following may be parked on property: ! Boats ! Trailers ! RVs. If allowed, the following
rules apply:
• You may only park this vehicle ! in assigned parking space number(s) ________________________________________
or ! in a parking space in the following loca on: ________________________________________________________.
• The monthly amount in the rent paragraph of the lease contract (select one):
! includes the rental amount for exclusive use of the boat, trailer, and/or RV parking space(s)
! does not include the rental amount of $____________ for exclusive use of the boat, trailer, and/or RV parking
space(s).
• Boats, trailers, and/or RVs parked or stored in their designated space or area must always be in an opera onal and
moveable condi on. No other vehicles may be parked or stored in this designated space or area unless authorized by
Management in wri ng.
• No one may sleep, cook, barbeque, or live in an area designated as a parking space nor in any vehicle parked or stored
in an area designated as a parking space.

8. Guest Parking Requirements. Where applicable, assigned or reserved spaces may not be u lized by guests, only those
residents/occupants to whom they are assigned. Guest vehicles must be parked only in spaces as indicated below.

Permit Required Spaces. This property ! does ! does not have Guest parking permit requirements. If required, a parking
permit, pass, online/virtual registra on, or barcode is required for Guests vehicles parked (select all that apply):
! anywhere on property ! in unassigned spaces in parking garage (community use)
! in unassigned uncovered spaces ! in designated guest spaces in parking garage (community use)
! in unassigned covered spaces (not a carport) !
X in designated guest spaces
! in unassigned carport spaces
Guests vehicles must ! visibly display a guest parking permit obtained from the property o ce ! be registered online
using the following website or smartphone app: ____________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________. If a guest vehicle does not meet the indicated
requirement, it is unauthorized to park in any area selected above and is subject to immediate towing.

Spaces without Permit Required. This property ! does ! does not have Guest parking available without a permit required
Guests are not required to have a parking permit for vehicles parked (select all that apply):
! anywhere on property ! in unassigned spaces in parking garage (community use)
! in unassigned uncovered spaces ! in designated guest spaces in parking garage (community use)
! in unassigned covered spaces (not a carport) ! in designated guest spaces
! in unassigned carport spaces
Addi onal informa on on Guest parking and/or obtaining permits:
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Where available, street parking (metered or unmetered) outside of the property may be u lized by guests on a rst-come,
rst-served basis.

9. Vehicle and Parking Informa on. (Permit # will apply only if Paragraph 3 re ects that a parking permit is required.)
Vehicle No. 1 Type ________________Year _____________Make ____________________Model _____________________
Color ________________Plate # _________________Permit # ___________________Date Issued _____________________
Vehicle No. 2 Type ________________Year _____________Make ____________________Model _____________________
Color ________________Plate # _________________Permit # ___________________Date Issued _____________________
Vehicle No. 3 Type ________________Year _____________Make ____________________Model _____________________
Color ________________Plate # _________________Permit # ___________________Date Issued _____________________
Vehicle No. 4 Type ________________Year _____________Make ____________________Model _____________________
Color ________________Plate # _________________Permit # ___________________Date Issued _____________________
! I do not have a vehicle at this me and have not received a parking permit as referred to in paragraph 3.

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10. Other Parking Requirements.
• Garages and all other parking spaces may be used for no other purpose than storage of operable motor vehicles.
• You accept any area covered by this addendum in “as-is” condi on and are not permi ed to make any altera ons or
addi ons to these spaces.
• You will be responsible for maintaining liability and comprehensive insurance coverage for any vehicle parked or stored
on property.
• We will not be liable for any loss or damage to vehicles or other property parked or stored on property, whether caused
by accident, re, the , water, vandalism, pests, mysterious disappearance, or otherwise.

11. Parking Viola ons.


• Any vehicle that is double-parked, blocking a dumpster, parked on sidewalks or landscaping, taking up more than one
parking space, parked in a re lane, parked in a handicap spot without a proper permit, parked in future resident
parking, or parked anywhere other than a clearly designated parking space will be towed or immobilized immediately,
without no ce, regardless of parking veri ca on.
• Vehicles with at res, leaking uids, expired or missing license plates/s ckers, not in acceptable condi on, inoperable,
or otherwise deemed improper by Management will be given a __________72 hour no ce to correct the viola on. If not
corrected, the vehicle will be towed or immobilized with no further warning.
• Gasoline-powered vehicles (scooters, motorcycles, ATVs, etc.) may not be parked within 5 feet of any residen al
structure.
• Truck-tractor semi-trailers (semi, 18-wheeler, etc.), with or without the trailer, may not be parked anywhere on property.
• WHERE REQUIRED, ANY VEHICLE PARKED IN ANY AREA WITHOUT A PROPERLY DISPLAYED PERMIT OR VALID VIRTUAL/
ONLINE PERMIT WILL BE TOWED OR IMMOBILIZED IMMEDIATELY, WITHOUT NOTICE, AND AT ITS OWNER’S EXPENSE.
Management is not responsible for damages or loss.

12. Penal es for Noncompliance. If any of the items outlined in the preceding paragraphs of this addendum are not met at any
me during the ini al term or any renewal term of your lease, you will be in breach of your lease, towed or immobilized,
25.00
liable for a __________________ noncompliance fee, and subject to evic on.

13. Parking Enforcement. In the event your vehicle or your guest’s vehicle is towed or immobilized, you may contact the
following:
Reliant Towing
Company Name________________________________________________________________________________________
(512) 363-5900
Phone Number ________________________________________________________________________________________
10000 Slaughter Creek Dr, Austin, TX 787
Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________

14. Resident Parking Viola on Remedies. This property ! X allows ! does not allow residents to personally remedy parking
situa ons (assigned space is occupied by another vehicle, etc.) by contac ng the parking enforcement company at the
number listed above to have the vehicle removed or immobilized.

15. Special Provisions. The following provisions will supersede any con ic ng provisions of the Lease Contract and this
addendum:
Any vehicle without current license or registration will be given at least 10 days'
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
notice that the vehicle will be towed if the violation has not been corrected or
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
the vehicle removed from the premises.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Resident Date
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Resident Date
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Resident Date
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Resident Date
_________________________________________ _________________________
Resident Date
_________________________________________ _________________________
Resident Date

_________________________________________ 10/26/2023
_________________________
Owner’s Representa ve Date

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Key and Access Device Addendum

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease for Apt. No. 0624


_____________ in Ethos Apartments
________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________.

2. Acknowledgment of Receipt and Cost of Keys and Access Devices. You must return all keys and access devices upon move-out.
You will be charged for replacements and will be charged for any key or access device not returned at move-out. Do not give
your keys, access device(s) or codes to anyone else.

3. General Key and Access Device Policy.


• Keys will only be released to the leaseholders(s) listed on the lease agreement, and only if proper current iden ca on is
provided and veri ed. No excep ons can be made. Note: A paper ID will not be considered as a valid form of ID and cannot
be accepted.
• Each Resident and Occupant on the lease contract that is 18 years of age or older will be provided, at no addi onal cost, the
keys and/or access devices needed to enter the property, unit, and all ameni es.
• Each household will be given a minimum of two apartment keys and two mailbox keys.
• Residents (leaseholders) can request keys or access devices, at no addi onal cost, for occupants on the lease contract that
are under the age of 18.
• Replacement keys and/or access devices may be provided at the resident's expense upon request.
• Vaca ng residents must return all keys and access devices that were provided.
4. Keys and Access Devices Provided. Physical keys will not be provided for units with electronic locks. The costs below will be
charged for any keys or devices below that are lost or damaged and a replacement is needed during occupancy. These fees will
also be charged if any of the items listed below are not returned at the me of move out.

Item Allows Access To Count Cost Item Serial Numbers (if applicable – list all)

Apartment $5.00 N/A


Key

$5.00 N/A
Mail Key Mailbox

Garage
Remote $ 50.00

Clubhouse Door & Front


Fob $ 50.00
Gates
Parking
Permit $ 25.00

N/A N/A
$

N/A N/A
$

N/A N/A
$

N/A N/A
$

N/A N/A
$

5. Special Provisions. The following special provisions control over con ic ng provisions of this form:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________ 10/21/2023
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Resident Date
______________________________________________________ _______________________________
Resident Date
______________________________________________________ _______________________________
Resident Date
______________________________________________________ _______________________________
Resident Date
______________________________________________________ _______________________________
Resident Date
______________________________________________________ _______________________________
Resident Date

______________________________________________________ 10/26/2023
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Owner’s Representa ve Date
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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR WASHING MACHINE AND DRYER

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease Contract for Apt. No. 
0624 in the

SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.

Apartments in  Austin ,
Texas OR
the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address) 
in  , Texas.

2. Use of Appliances. You (as residents) have permission from us (as owner) to install and use (check all that apply):
X a washing machine and/or q
q X a dryer in the dwelling unit described above, subject to the conditions in this addendum.
Please remember that we do not select your washing machine or dryer, install them, maintain them, or use them. You are
in the best position to prevent water, fire, smoke or other damage caused by: (1) a defective washing machine or dryer;
(2) a washing machine or dryer accident; or (3) improper installation, maintenance or use of a washing machine or dryer.

3. Conditions. If your washing machine and/or dryer leaks, floods, causes a fire, causes smoke damage, or otherwise
malfunctions or is misused, it can cause a lot of problems and a lot of damage to your unit and other units, as well as damage
to your personal property and personal property of residents in other units. For these reasons, your right to install and use a
washing machine and/or dryer in your unit is subject to the following conditions. You automatically agree to those conditions
when connecting or using a washing machine and/or dryer in your unit.

4. Installation. You should be especially careful in your choice of a washing machine and/or dryer and in their installation,
maintenance and use—just as if it were in your own home. You and all other residents, occupants, and guests in your
unit must follow manufacturer’s instructions for the washing machine and/or dryer’s installation, maintenance, and use.
Installation must be done by a professionally qualified person or company approved by us. We recommend that you have it
professionally installed.

5. Responsibility for damage. You agree to assume strict liability for all damage to your unit and to other units and to
personal property in your unit and other units if the washing machine and/or dryer leaks, floods, malfunctions or is misused,
or in any other way causes damage—unless it is caused by us or our management company, or acts of God to the extent they
couldn’t be mitigated by your action or inaction. That means you will be responsible for costs of removing water from carpets,
replacing permanently damaged carpets, repainting, and any other repairs or damages to your unit and to other units, as well
as damage to personal property in your unit and other units if, among other things:
• the water or dryer vent hoses break or leak; or
• the water or dryer vent hoses were incorrectly connected or did not have protective washers in the connections; or
• the washing machine and/or dryer was overloaded, causing it to malfunction; or
• the washing machine and/or dryer leaks or malfunctions for any other reason.
• the owner’s insurance may not cover such damages, and the owner is under no obligation to have insurance that does
cover such damages.

6. New hoses. When installing the washing machine, you must use new hoses since bursting or leaking hoses are the most
common cause of water damage. Stainless braided water hoses are recommended. Similarly, you should use a new dryer
vent hose when installing your dryer.

7. Inspection. You must not use the washing machine and/or dryer until management has inspected the installation. Such
inspection does not relieve you of liability in the event of water, fire, smoke or other damage from your washing machine and/
or dryer.

8. Maintenance. You will have the sole responsibility for maintaining your washing machine and all related hardware. Such
maintenance must include, but is not limited to, regularly cleaning lint from your dryer’s lint trap.

9. Insurance. At all times you must carry renter’s insurance that provides insurance coverage for damage to your personal
belongings from accidental water discharge from your washing machine or other causes. Similarly, it must provide coverage
for fire or smoke damage from your washing machine and/or dryer. It must also provide coverage for any potential liability,
due to your fault, for water, fire, smoke or other damage to other units and to personal property of others. You must verify
with your agent that such coverages are included in your policy and must furnish us a copy of the policy upon our request.

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Lease Addendum for Requirement of Renter’s Liability Insurance

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract for Apt. No. 0624
________________ in the Ethos
__________________
_____________________________________________
Apartments Apartments.

2. Acknowledgment concerning insurance or damage waiver. As a condition to and for the duration of your
residency, you are required to maintain an insurance policy which provides a minimum of $100,000 in liability
coverage per occurrence. Additionally, a minimum of $10,000 Personal Property coverage is X is not required.
Liability Insurance pays the losses of other people to whom you unintentionally (or through negligence) cause
injury. By not maintaining a liability insurance policy, you may be liable to us and others for loss or damage caused
by your actions or by the actions those of any occupant or guest in the dwelling.

Resident agrees to provide written proof of insurance coverage to Management prior to taking possession of the
Premises and prior to either the renewal of Resident’s Rental Agreement Term or prior to the expiration of insurance
which Resident has placed to satisfy the terms of this Insurance Addendum. Resident agrees to renew and keep the
appropriate level of insurance in place during the entire term of Resident’s tenancy at the Premises. Resident further
agrees that no lapse in coverage will occur and that Resident will renew or replace Resident’s coverage prior to
expiration.

You acknowledge and understand that liability insurance DOES NOT PROTECT your possessions
or dwelling contents (i.e., household goods, furniture, electronics, or clothing) against losses
______Initial
caused by your actions or those of any occupant or guest, including but not limited to losses due
to flood, fire, smoke or water damage.

You acknowledge and understand that Personal Property Insurance DOES PROTECT against the
loss of, or damage to, possessions caused by specific perils up to a defined dollar amount. Both
______Initial the amount and covered perils vary by insurance policy. Perils can include losses from fire,
water and smoke damage, vandalism, burglary, lightning, windstorm, or explosion; however,
certain perils, such as flood, are often excluded.

You understand that a minimum of $10,000 Personal Property Insurance is X is not


______Initial
required. This coverage is highly recommended even if it is not required.

3. Preferred insurance program. You acknowledge that we have informed you of any insurance program (the
“Program”) that we have made available to you that provides you with an opportunity to purchase liability
insurance and/or personal property insurance policies from ResidentShield. Be advised that this insurance
carrier is not an affiliate of, nor owned or operated by Highmark Residential, and Highmark Residential makes
no guarantees, representations, or promises concerning the insurance or services provided. You are under no
obligation to purchase renter’s insurance or liability insurance through the Program.

4. Election of insurance coverage or damage waiver. Resident agrees to the following with respect to Resident’s
obligations to provide Required Insurance (INITIAL ONE):

Resident hereby agrees to purchase Required Insurance through ResidentShield (www.ResidentShield.com).


If Resident has questions regarding ResidentShield, Resident shall call 1-800-566-1186 or visit
www.ResidentShield.com. Employees of Management are not licensed agents. Please note: the
ResidentShield plan is not owned or operated by Management and Management makes no guarantees,
representations, or promises concerning the insurance or services provided by ResidentShield. Resident is
under no obligation to purchase Required Insurance through ResidentShield.com.

Resident hereby agrees to purchase Required Insurance from an insurance company of Resident’s choice. If
Resident elects to purchase Required Insurance from a company other than ResidentShield, Resident will
provide Management with written proof of compliance with this Rental Agreement Addendum on or prior to
the Rental Agreement commencement date, and any time such proof is requested by Management.
Resident’s insurance company will be required to name Ethos
____________________________________________
Apartments
Apartments with address of P.O. Box 3687, Coppell, TX 75019 as “Additionally Interested Party” on Resident’s
policy whereby Management will receive notices of pending cancelation or actual policy cancelation of
Required Insurance selected by Resident.

5. If Resident does not maintain Required Insurance, or proof of Required Insurance, acceptable to Management in its
reasonable discretion, is not provided to Management prior to occupancy of the Premises by Resident or prior to
any cancellation or expiration of such policy, then Resident is in breach of the Rental Agreement and Resident
hereby agrees that in order to avoid such a breach, Management shall have the right, but not the obligation, to
purchase replacement coverage and to charge Resident a fee to cover the expense for such insurance. The
insurance requirement of this Rental Agreement may then be satisfied by Management, who may schedule the
Resident’s unit for coverage under the Management Placed Tenant Liability Insurance policy “MPTLI.” The coverage
provided under the MPTLI will include Required Insurance coverage listed above. An amount equal to the total cost
to Management of adding Resident’s unit to the MPTLI shall be charged back to Resident by Management or
Management’s authorized representative. Some important points of this coverage which Resident should
understand are:

A) Management is the Named Insured under the MPTLI. Resident is an Additional Interested Party under the
tenant liability component of the MPTLI policy for liability arising from on-premises Bodily Injury and
Property Damage up to the Limits of Liability appearing above.
B) MPTLI coverage is not personal liability insurance or Renter’s Insurance. MPTLI coverage does not extend
the provision of coverage to the Resident in the event the Resident causes damages or injuries to another
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party. In the absence of Resident’s personal liability insurance, the Resident will be responsible for any and
all damages, injuries or other claims that the Resident causes to occur against another. Failure to comply
with the insurance requirements delineated in this Addendum or the Lease may result in other legally
available remedies, including but not limited to, lease termination, where reserved.
C) Coverage only applies to liability arising on the Premises. Resident is not insured away from the Premises.
D) Coverage under the MPTLI policy may be more expensive than the cost of Required Insurance available to
Resident. At any time, Resident may contact an agent of their choice for personal liability or Renter’s
Insurance options to satisfy the Required Insurance under the Rental Agreement.
E) Licensed insurance agents may receive a commission on the LTPLI policy.
F) Coverage under the MPTLI policy is not mandatory, as Resident may purchase Required Insurance from an
insurance agent or insurance company of Resident’s choice at any time, and coverage under the MPTLI
policy will be immediately terminated once Resident has provided Management with written proof of
Required Insurance. Once acceptable proof of insurance has been provided to Management, monthly
billings to Resident for insurance coverage under the MPTLI plan will cease, until and unless Resident’s
coverage lapses prior to Resident terminating the Rental Agreement and vacating the Premises. No
prorated or partial refunds for the MPTLI coverage will be given.

Resident understands that Management has the right to add the Premises to the Management Placed Tenant
Liability Insurance policy “MPTLI”. To cover the cost of this insurance and the resulting administrative
expense, Resident may be charged, and if charged, agrees to pay a monthly fee not to exceed $25. The
fee is currently $______________
20.00 but can change without notice. Employees of Management are not
licensed agents. Please note: The MPTLI plan is not owned or operated by Management, and Management
makes no guarantees, representations, or promises concerning the insurance or services provided by the
MPTLI plan.

If an insurance carrier is chosen outside of the Program (see Section 4) please provide the following:

Insurance company name and phone number________________________________________________________________


Effective date __________________________

Policy number ________________________________________ Liability amount (each occurrence) __________________

10/21/2023
________________________________________________________________
Resident Signature/Date

________________________________________________________________
Resident Signature/Date

________________________________________________________________
Resident Signature/Date

________________________________________________________________
Resident Signature/Date

10/26/2023
________________________________________________________________
Owner’s Representative/Date

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COMMUNITY POLICIES ADDENDUM

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease between you and us for Apt. No.  0624 in the
SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.

Apartments in  Austin ,
Texas OR
the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address) 
in  , Texas.

2. Payments. All payments for any amounts due under the Lease must be made:
q at the onsite manager’s office
q
X through our online portal
q by mail to  , or
X
q other: Ethos-Apartments.com .

The following payment methods are accepted:


X
q electronic payment
q personal check
q cashier’s check
q money order, or
q
X other:PayNearMe, barcode located on Resident Portal .
We have the right to reject any payment not made in compliance with this paragraph.

3. Security Deposit Deductions and Other Charges. You’ll be liable for the following charges, if applicable: unpaid rent; unpaid
utilities; unreimbursed service charges; repairs or damages caused by negligence, carelessness, accident, or abuse, including stickers,
scratches, tears, burns, stains, or unapproved holes; replacement cost of our property that was in or attached to the apartment and is
missing; replacing dead or missing alarm or detection-device batteries at any time; utilities for repairs or cleaning; trips to let in company
representatives to remove your telephone, Internet, television services, or rental items (if you so request or have moved out); trips to
open the apartment when you or any guest or occupant is missing a key; unreturned keys; missing or burned-out light bulbs; removing
or rekeying unauthorized security devices or alarm systems; packing, removing, or storing property removed or stored under the Lease;
removing illegally parked vehicles; special trips for trash removal caused by parked vehicles blocking dumpsters; false security-alarm
charges unless due to our negligence; animal-related charges outlined in the Lease; government fees or fines against us for violation (by
you, your occupants, or your guests) of local ordinances relating to alarms and detection devices, false alarms, recycling, or other matters;
late-payment and returned-check charges; and other sums due under this Lease. You’ll be liable to us for charges for replacing any keys
and access devices referenced in the Lease if you don’t return them all on or before your actual move-out date; and accelerated rent
if you’ve violated the Lease. We may also deduct from your security deposit our reasonable costs incurred in rekeying security
devices required by law if you vacate the apartment in breach of this Lease.
Upon receipt of your move-out date and forwarding address in writing, the security deposit will be returned (less lawful deductions) with
an itemized accounting of any deductions, no later than 30 days after surrender or abandonment, unless laws provide otherwise. Any
refund may be by one payment jointly payable to all residents and distributed to any one resident we choose or distributed equally among
all residents.

4. Requests, Consent, Access and Emergency Contact. All written requests to us must be submitted by:
q
X online portal
X
q email to [email protected]
q
X hand delivery to our management office, or
q other:  .
From time to time, we may call or text residents with certain promotional or marketing messages that may be of interest. By signing
this form and providing contact information, you are giving us your express written consent to contact you at the telephone number you
provided for marketing or promotional purposes, even if the phone number you provided is on a corporate, state or national Do Not Call
list. To opt out of receiving these messages, please submit a written request to us by the method noted above.
You agree to receive these messages from us through an automatic telephone dialing system, prerecorded/artificial voice
messages, SMS or text messages, or any other data or voice transmission technology. Your agreement is not required as a
condition of the purchase of any property, goods, or services from us.
Any resident, occupant, or spouse who, according to a remaining resident’s affidavit, has permanently moved out or is under court order
not to enter the apartment, is (at our option) no longer entitled to occupancy or access devices, unless authorized by court order.
After-hours phone number (512) 407-9918
(Always call 911 for police, fire, possible criminal activity or medical emergencies.)

5. Parking. We may have any unauthorized or illegally parked vehicles towed or booted according to state law at the owner or operator’s
expense at any time if the vehicle: (a) has a flat tire or is otherwise inoperable; (b) is on jacks, on blocks, or has a wheel missing;
(c) takes up more than one parking space; (d) belongs to a resident or occupant who has surrendered or abandoned the apartment;
(e) is in a handicapped space without the legally required handicapped insignia; (f) is in a space marked for office visitors, managers, or
staff; (g) blocks another vehicle from exiting; (h) is in a fire lane or designated “no parking” area; (i) is in a space that requires a permit or
is reserved for another resident or apartment; (j) is on the grass, sidewalk, or patio; (k) blocks a garbage truck from access to a dumpster;
(l) has no current license or registration, and we have given you at least 10 days’ notice that the vehicle will be towed if not removed; or
(m) is not moved to allow parking lot maintenance.

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6. HVAC Operation. If the exterior temperature drops below 32° F you must keep the heat on and set to a minimum of 50° F. You must
also open all closets, cabinets, and doors under sinks to assist in keeping plumbing fixtures and plumbing pipes from freezing, and you
must drip all the faucets in your apartment using both the hot and cold water. Leave the faucets dripping until the exterior temperature rises
above 32° F. You must leave your HVAC system on, even if you leave for multiple days, and have it set to auto at all times.

7. Amenities. Your permission for use of all common areas, amenities, and recreational facilities (collectively “Amenities”) located at
the property is a license granted by us. This permission is expressly conditioned upon your compliance with the terms of the Lease, the
Community Policies, and any signage posted in or around any of the Amenities. We have the right to set the days and hours of use for all
Amenities and to change those or close any of the Amenities based upon our needs. We may make changes to the rules for the use of
the Amenities at any time.
Neither we nor any of our agents, employees, management company, its agents, or its employees shall be liable for any damage
or injury that results from the use of any Amenities by you, your invitees, your licensees, your occupants, or your guests. This
release applies to any and all current, past or future claims or liability of any kind related to your decision to use the Amenities.

8. Package Services. We q do or q
X do not accept packages on behalf of residents.
If we DO accept packages, you give us permission to sign and accept any parcels or letters you receive through UPS, Federal Express,
Airborne, United States Postal Service or other package delivery services. You agree that we are not liable or responsible for any lost,
damaged or unordered deliveries and will hold us harmless.

9. Fair Housing Policy. We comply with applicable fair housing laws. In accordance with fair housing laws, we’ll make reasonable
accommodations to our rules, policies, practices or services and allow reasonable modifications to give disabled persons access to and
use of the dwelling and common areas. We may require you to sign an addendum regarding the implementation of any accommodations
or modifications, as well as your restoration obligations, if any. This fair housing policy does not expand or limit any rights and obligations
under applicable law.

10. Special Provisions. The following special provisions control over conflicting provisions of this form:











 
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HIGHMARK RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY POLICIES

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease for Apt. No. 0624 _____________ in Ethos Apartments
______________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________.
All policies apply to all residents, occupants, and guests and are subject to change.
2. Rental Payment. All payments for any amounts due under the Lease and Addenda must be made at the onsite manager’s
o ce or through our online portal. The following payment methods are accepted: electronic payment, personal check,
cashier’s check, or money order.
• No par al payments will be accepted.
• A er move-in, paper payments will not be accepted for monthly charges except for repayment of a returned payment.
• A returned payment fee plus applicable late charges will be assessed on all payments returned by a bank for any reason.
Returned payments must be paid by a cashier’s check or money order within 24 hours of no ca on.
• Cash is never accepted.
We have the right to reject any payment not made in compliance with the above paragraph.
3. Occupants. If, during the term of the lease, you have an addi onal child either by birth or adop on, and such addi onal child
2 years of age or older and exceeds the maximum occupancy restric ons of the apartment, you must transfer to a larger
is ___
apartment or vacate the apartment at the end of the lease term. Before allowing any person not already named in the lease
contract to occupy your apartment home, all requirements must be met, and permission obtained from Management.
4. Pets. Maximum of 2 pets per apartment. Aggressive dogs or any dog with a bite history will not be accepted. Approved
support or service animals of all breeds are accepted.
5. U li es. List, if applicable.
Electric Company: Austin Energy Account Number:

Gas Company: N/A Account Number: N/A

6. Keys and Locks. The care and maintenance of the keys and locks to your apartment is of cri cal importance.
• We do not o er lockout service a er business hours.
• A replacement key may be provided for a minimum charge of $5.00. Keys may only be given to leaseholder(s) listed on
the lease agreement, and only if proper ID has been provided and veri ed.
• If you wish to have your locks changed, a reasonable charge will be levied. Payment in advance of a lock change is not
required.
• You may not install or change locks without express wri en permission from Management. Any unauthorized lock
installa on/change will result in the removal of said lock(s) at your expense.
7. Intrusion Alarms*.
• We may or may not provide intrusion alarm service in the home.
• If allowed and you obtain intrusion alarm service, you must provide Management the security code and promptly no fy
us of any changes to an exis ng alarm code.
• You are responsible for obtaining any necessary permit to operate the alarm and will be responsible for all charges that
arise from installa on and/or removal of the alarm, including, but not limited to, nes for false alarms.
8. Package Acceptance. This community will X will not sign for and/or accept resident packages in the o ce. This
community X does does not have a package locker system available to accept delivery of packages from the U.S. Postal
Service and/or any commercial delivery service to a locker. Registra on is required to enable deliveries to the lockers. If
checked, an excep on will be made to accept the following packages in the o ce when all package lockers are full, if
checked: X oversized packages X over ow packages.
The following is applicable only if the above indicates packages will be accepted in the o ce. You authorize this community, or
agents thereof, to accept packages on your behalf from the U.S. Postal Service and/or any other commercial delivery service
(UPS, Federal Express, etc.) with your signature on this addendum serving as wri en consent. You acknowledge that the
community, or agents thereof, are NOT responsible for C.O.D. deliveries or damaged, perishable, or lost items. Packages
containing expensive or valuable items will not be accepted in the o ce. Packages not retrieved from the o ce within ___ NA
calendar days will be returned to the original carrier.
9. Use of Ameni es and Common Areas. Guests must always be accompanied by a resident when using the Ameni es and may
be asked to leave at our discre on. You will be liable to us for any damage caused by you or any guests or occupants
anywhere in the community.
Everyone has a role in limi ng the spread of COVID-19 and/or other virus strains. All rules related to common areas and
amenity usage have been developed with the health and safety of residents and team members in mind and in accordance
with state/local orders and guidance from public health authori es. Always assume that anyone could have a virus. Follow
health and safety guidance from state/local government and public health authori es.
All residents must:
• Comply with all posted signs and published rules and requirements rela ng to speci c common areas or ameni es,
including occupancy limits and protec ve measures.
• Maintain safe physical distancing. If such distancing is not feasible, other measures such as face covering, hand hygiene,
cough e que e, cleanliness, and sanita on should be rigorously prac ced. Avoid group gatherings.

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• Self-screen before using any amenity or entering any enclosed common area for symptoms of possible virus. Residents
exhibi ng symptoms should refrain from entering any common area or amenity.
Neither we nor any of our agents, employees, management company, its agents, or its employees shall be liable for any
damage or injury that results from the use of any Ameni es by you, your invitees, your licensees, your occupants, or your
guests. This release applies to all current, past, or future claims or liability of any kind related to your decision to use the
Ameni es.
10. Business Center*. Owner is not responsible for data, les, programs, or any other informa on lost or damaged on Business
Center computers for any reason. So ware of any kind may not be downloaded or installed on Business Center computers.
No inappropriate images or les (at the sole judgment of Management) may be viewed at any me. Residents will limit me
on computers to 30 minutes.
11. Access Gates*. The following rules apply to access gates:
• Always approach entry/exit gates with cau on at a slow rate of speed.
• Never follow another vehicle through an open gate, stop where the gate can hit your vehicle, or force the gate open with
your vehicle.
• If you are using the gates with a boat or trailer, please contact Management for assistance. The length and width of the
trailer may cause recogni on problems with the safety loop detector and could cause damage.
• Do not operate the gates if there are small children nearby who might get caught as it opens or closes.
• Do not tamper with the gates or allow guests or occupants to tamper or play with the gates.
12. Report Damage or Malfunc ons. Please immediately report to the o ce any malfunc on or damage to buildings, common
areas, or any ameni es, such as tness center, access gates, carports, garages, etc.
13. HVAC Opera on. If the exterior temperature drops below 32° F, you must keep the heat on and set to a minimum of 50° F.
You must also open all closets, cabinets, and doors under sinks to assist in keeping plumbing xtures and plumbing pipes
from freezing, and you must drip all the faucets in your apartment using both the hot and cold water. Leave the faucets
dripping un l the exterior temperature rises above 32° F. You must always leave your HVAC system on and set to auto, even if
you will be away for mul ple days.
14. No Weapons Policy. There is a no-weapons policy in e ect for all ameni es and common areas. This policy applies to all
residents and visitors, with the excep on of law enforcement.
15. Transferring. A ordable proper es may have addi onal restric ons and requirements.
On-Site Transfers:
• Applica on fee is waived. The community must verify your income is su cient to qualify for the new apartment;
however, credit will not be rechecked. A tradi onal security deposit or deposit alterna ve may be required for the new
unit.
• You must be in good standing in your present apartment and the Community Director must approve the transfer.
• A minimum of 30 days’ no ce must be given.
• If you are within your ini al lease term and have ful lled a minimum six-month stay, a minimum transfer fee of
450.00
$____________ will be charged. This transfer fee is in lieu of lease termina on fees. No transfer fee will be charged if
the ini al lease has been completed.
Na onal Reloca on Program:
• Applica on fee is waived. The new community will perform a full screening of the resident(s). A tradi onal security
deposit or deposit alterna ve may be required at the new community.
• You must be in good standing in your present apartment, and transfers must be approved by the Community Director at
both proper es.
• In the event of a request for a mid-term transfer, the new community must be a minimum of 20 miles from the current
community.
• If you are within your ini al lease term and have ful lled a minimum six-month stay, a transfer fee in the amount of
450.00
$____________ will be charged. This transfer fee is in lieu of lease termina on fees.
• A no ce as required by the Lease Contract must be given.
16. Special Provisions. The following special provisions control over con ic ng provisions of this form:
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I acknowledge receipt of these addi onal provisions to the Community Policies, thereby becoming a part of the Lease
Agreement.

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Security Guidelines for Residents
Addendum

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract • Always be aware of your surroundings and avoid areas that
(”Lease”) executed by you, the resident(s), on the dwelling are not well-traveled or well-lit.
you have agreed to rent. That dwelling is: • Keep your keys handy at all times when walking to your car
Apt. #
0624 at SREIT Ethos or home.
Austin, L.L.C. • Do not go inside if you arrive home and find your door
 open. Call the police from another location and ask them
 to meet you before entering.
 ,
(name of apartments) • Make sure door locks, window latches and sliding glass
doors are properly secured at all times.
or other dwelling located at 
 • Use the keyless deadbolt on your unit when you are at
 home.
(street address of house, duplex, etc.) • Don’t put your name or address on your key ring or hide
City/State where dwelling is located  extra keys in obvious places, like under a flower pot. If you
 . lose a key or have concerns about key safety, we will rekey
your locks at your expense, in accordance with paragraph
2. Security Guidelines. We disclaim any express or implied 11 of the Lease.
warranties of security. We care about your safety and that of
other occupants and guests. No security system is failsafe. • Check the door viewer before answering the door. Don’t
Even the best system can’t prevent crime. Always act as open the door if you don’t know the person or have any
if security systems don’t exist since they are subject to doubts. Children who are old enough to take care of
malfunction, tampering, and human error. The best safety themselves should never let anyone inside when home
measures are the ones you perform as a matter of common without an adult.
sense and habit. • Regularly check your security devices, smoke alarms and
Inform all other occupants in your dwelling, including other detection devices to make sure they are working
any children you may have, about these guidelines. We properly. Alarm and detection device batteries should be
recommend that all residents and occupants use common tested monthly and replaced at least twice a year.
sense and follow crime prevention tips, such as those listed • Immediately report in writing (dated and signed) to us any
below: needed repairs of security devices, doors, windows, smoke
• In case of emergency, call 911. Always report emergencies alarms and other detection devices , as well as any other
to authorities first and then contact the management. malfunctioning safety devices on the property, such as
broken access gates, burned out exterior lights, etc.
• Report any suspicious activity to the police first, and then
follow up with a written notice to us.
• Know your neighbors. Watching out for each other is one
of the best defenses against crime.

Resident or Residents (all sign below) Owner or Owner’s Representative (sign below)

 
(Name of Resident)

(Name of Resident)

(Name of Resident)

(Name of Resident)

(Name of Resident)

(Name of Resident)

Your are entitled to receive a copy of this Addendum after it is fully signed. Keep it in a safe place.

TAA Official Statewide Form 15-M, Revised January, 2015


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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR SATELLITE DISH OR ANTENNA
Under a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) order, you as our resident have a right to install a transmitting or receiving satellite dish
or antenna on the leased premises, subject to FCC limitations. We as a rental housing owner are allowed to impose reasonable restrictions
relating to such installation. You are required to comply with these restrictions as a condition of installing such equipment. This addendum
contains the restrictions that you and we agree to follow.

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the lease between you and us for Apt. No.  0624 in the
SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.

Apartments in  Austin ,
Texas OR
the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address) 
in  , Texas.

2. Number and size. You may install 1 satellite dish(es) or antenna(s) on the leased premises. A satellite dish may not exceed
one meter (3.3 feet) in diameter. Antennas that only transmit signals or that are not covered by 47 CFR §1.4000 are prohibited.

3. Location. Your satellite dish or antenna must be located: (1) inside your dwelling; or (2) in an area outside your dwelling such as a
balcony, patio, yard, etc. of which you have exclusive use under your lease. Installation is not permitted on any parking area, roof, exterior
wall, window, window sill, fence, or common area, or in an area that other residents are allowed to use. A satellite dish or antenna may not
protrude beyond the vertical and horizontal space that is leased to you for your exclusive use.

4. Safety and non-interference. Your installation: (1) must comply with all applicable ordinances and laws and all reasonable safety
standards; (2) may not interfere with our cable, telephone or electrical systems or those of neighboring properties; (3) may not be
connected to our telecommunication systems; and (4) may not be connected to our electrical system except by plugging into a 110-volt
duplex receptacle. If the satellite dish or antenna is placed in a permitted outside area, it must be safely secured by one of three methods:
(1) securely attaching it to a portable, heavy object such as a small slab of concrete; (2) clamping it to a part of the building’s exterior that
lies within your leased premises (such as a balcony or patio railing); or (3) any other method approved by us in writing. No other methods
are allowed. We may require reasonable screening of the satellite dish or antenna by plants, etc., so long as it does not impair reception.

5. Signal transmission from exterior dish or antenna to interior of dwelling. Under the FCC order, you may not damage or alter
the leased premises and may not drill holes through outside walls, door jams, windowsills, etc. If your satellite dish or antenna is installed
outside your dwelling (on a balcony, patio, etc.), the signals received by it may be transmitted to the interior of your dwelling only by the
following methods: (1) running a “flat” cable under a door jam or windowsill in a manner that does not physically alter the premises and
does not interfere with proper operation of the door or window; (2) running a traditional or flat cable through a pre-existing hole in the wall
(that will not need to be enlarged to accommodate the cable); (3) connecting cables “through a window pane,” similar to how an external
car antenna for a cellular phone can be connected to inside wiring by a device glued to either side of the window—without drilling a hole
through the window; (4) wireless transmission of the signal from the satellite dish or antenna to a device inside the dwelling; or (5) any
other method approved by us in writing.

6. Safety in installation. In order to assure safety, the strength and type of materials used for installation must be approved by us.
Installation must be done by a qualified person or company approved by us. Our approval will not be unreasonably withheld. An installer
provided by the seller of the satellite dish or antenna is presumed to be qualified.

7. Maintenance. You will have the sole responsibility for maintaining your satellite dish, antenna, and all related equipment.

8. Removal and damages. You must remove the satellite dish or antenna and all related equipment when you move out of the dwelling.
In accordance with the TAA Lease Contract, you must pay for any damages and for the cost of repairs or repainting caused by negligence,
carelessness, accident. or abuse which may be reasonably necessary to restore the leased premises to its condition prior to the installation
of your satellite dish, antenna or related equipment. You will not be responsible for normal wear and tear.

9. Liability insurance and indemnity. You must take full responsibility for the satellite dish, antenna, and related equipment. If the dish
or antenna is installed at a height or in some other way that could result in injury to others if it becomes unattached and falls, you must
provide us with evidence of liability insurance to protect us against claims of personal injury and property damage to others, related to your
satellite dish, antenna, and related equipment. The insurance coverage must be $ ,0.00 which is an amount reasonably
determined by us to accomplish that purpose. Factors affecting the amount of insurance include height of installation above ground level,
potential wind velocities, risk of the dish/antenna becoming unattached and falling on someone, etc. You agree to hold us harmless and
indemnify us against any of the above claims by others.

10. Security deposit. Your security deposit (in your Lease Contract) is increased by an additional reasonable sum of $  0.00
q effective at time of installation or q effective within days of installation to help protect us against possible repair costs,
damages, or failure to remove the satellite dish, antenna and related equipment at time of move-out. Factors affecting any security
deposit may vary, depending on: (1) how the dish or antenna is attached (nails, screws, lag bolts drilled into walls); (2) whether holes
were permitted to be drilled through walls for the cable between the satellite dish and the TV; and (3) the difficulty and cost of repair or
restoration after removal, etc. A security deposit increase does not imply a right to drill into or alter the leased premises.

11. W
 hen you may begin installation. You may start installation of your satellite dish, antenna, or related equipment only after you have:
(1) signed this addendum; (2) provided us with written evidence of the liability insurance referred to in paragraph 9 of this addendum;
(3) paid us the additional security deposit, if applicable, in paragraph 10; and (4) received our written approval, which may not be
unreasonably withheld, of the installation materials and the person or company that will do the installation.

12. Miscellaneous. If additional satellite dishes or antennas are desired, an additional lease addendum must be executed.

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Bed Bug Addendum

Please note: We want to maintain a high-quality living environment for you. It’s important to work together to
minimize the potential for bed bugs in your dwelling and others. This addendum outlines your responsibility
and potential liability when it comes to bed bugs. It also gives you some important information about them.

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract that you,


the resident or residents, signed on the dwelling you have agreed
5. Notification. You must promptly notify us:
to rent. That dwelling is:
Apt. #
0624 at SREIT Ethos • of any known or suspected bed-bug infestation or presence in
Austin, L.L.C. the dwelling, or in any of your clothing, furniture, or personal
 property;
 • of any recurring or unexplained bites, stings, irritations, or
 sores on the skin or body that you believe are caused by bed
(name of apartments) bugs, or by any condition or pest you believe is in the dwelling;
or other dwelling located at    AND
 • if you discover any condition or evidence that might indicate
 (street address of house, duplex, etc.)
the presence or infestation of bed bugs, or if you receive any
 (city)
(state)  (zip). confirmation of bed-bug presence by a licensed pest-control
professional or other authoritative source.
2. Purpose. This addendum modifies the Lease Contract to address
any infestation of bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) that might be found 6. Cooperation. If we confirm the presence or infestation of bed
in the dwelling or on your personal property. We will rely on repre- bugs, you must cooperate and coordinate with us and our pest-
sentations that you make to us in this addendum. control agents to treat and eliminate them. You must follow all di-
3. Inspection and Infestations. We are not aware of any current rections from us or our agents to clean and treat the dwelling and
evidence of bed bugs or bed-bug infestation in the dwelling. building that are infested. You must remove or destroy personal
property that cannot be treated or cleaned before we treat the
BY SIGNING THIS ADDENDUM, YOU REPRESENT THAT:
dwelling. Any items you remove from the dwelling must be dis-
• YOU HAVE INSPECTED THE DWELLING BEFORE MOVING posed of off-site and not in the property’s trash receptacles. If we
IN OR SIGNING THIS ADDENDUM, AND YOU DID NOT confirm the presence or infestation of bed bugs in your dwelling,
FIND ANY EVIDENCE OF BED BUGS OR BED-BUG INFES-
we have the right to require you to temporarily vacate the dwelling
TATIONS, OR
and remove all furniture, clothing, and personal belongings so we
• YOU WILL INSPECT THE DWELLING WITHIN 48 HOURS can perform pest-control services. If you don’t cooperate with us,
AFTER MOVING IN OR SIGNING THIS ADDENDUM AND you will be in default and we will have the right to terminate your
WILL NOTIFY US OF ANY BED BUGS OR BED-BUG INFES-
right of occupancy and exercise all rights and remedies under the
TATION.
Lease Contract.
You represent and agree that you have read the information about
bed bugs provided by us and that you are not aware of any infesta- 7. Responsibilities. You may be required to pay all reasonable costs
tion or presence of bed bugs in your current or previous dwellings, of cleaning and pest-control treatments incurred by us to treat
furniture, clothing, personal property and possessions and that you your dwelling unit for bed bugs. If we confirm the presence or in-
have fully disclosed to us any previous bed-bug infestation or issue festation of bed bugs after you move out, you may be responsible
that you have experienced. for the cost of cleaning and pest control. If we have to move other
If you disclose a previous experience of bed-bug infestation, we can residents in order to treat adjoining or neighboring dwellings to
review documentation of the treatment and inspect your personal your dwelling unit, you may have to pay any lost rental income and
property and possessions to confirm the absence of bed bugs. other expenses we incur to relocate the neighboring residents and
to clean and perform pest-control treatments to eradicate infesta-
4. Access for Inspection and Pest Treatment. You must allow us tions in other dwellings. If you don’t pay us for any costs you are
and our pest-control agents access to the dwelling at reasonable liable for, you will be in default and we will have the right to termi-
times to inspect for or treat bed bugs. You and your family mem-
bers, occupants, guests, and invitees must cooperate and not in- nate your right of occupancy and exercise all rights and remedies
terfere with inspections or treatments. We have the right to select under the Lease Contract, and we may take immediate possession
any licensed pest-control professional to treat the dwelling and of the dwelling. If you don’t move out after your right of occupancy
building. We can select the method of treating the dwelling, build- has been terminated, you will be liable for holdover rent under the
ing, and common areas for bed bugs. We can also inspect and treat Lease Contract.
adjacent or neighboring dwellings to the infestation, even if those
8. Transfers. If we allow you to transfer to another dwelling in the
dwellings are not the source or cause of the known infestation. Si-
multaneously as we treat the dwelling, you must, at your expense, community because of the presence of bed bugs, you must have
have your personal property, furniture, clothing, and possessions your personal property and possessions treated according to ac-
treated according to accepted treatment methods by a licensed cepted treatment methods or procedures established by a licensed
pest-control firm that we approve. If you fail to do so, you will be pest-control professional. You must provide proof of such cleaning
in default and we will have the right to terminate your right of oc- and treatment to our satisfaction.
cupancy and exercise all rights and remedies under the Lease Con-
tract. You agree not to treat the dwelling for a bed-bug infestation
on your own.

You are legally bound by this document. Please read it carefully.


Resident or Residents (all sign below) Owner or Owner‘s Representative (sign below)
10/21/2023
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(Name of Resident)  Date signed  Date signed
______________________________________________________
(Name of Resident)  Date signed
______________________________________________________
(Name of Resident)  Date signed
______________________________________________________
(Name of Resident)  Date signed
______________________________________________________
(Name of Resident)  Date signed
______________________________________________________
(Name of Resident) Date signed

You are entitled to receive a copy of this Addendum after it is fully signed. Keep it in a safe place.
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Bed Bugs
A Guide for Rental-Housing Residents
(Adapted with permission from the National Apartment Association)

Bed bugs are wingless, flat, broadly oval-shaped in- cause of welts like that often go misdiagnosed. One
sects, with a typical lifespan of 6 to 12 months. Capa- distinguishing sign is that bed-bug marks often ap-
ble of reaching the size of an apple seed at full growth, pear in succession on exposed areas of the skin such
bed bugs are distinguishable by their reddish-brown as the face, neck, and arms. But sometimes a person
color, although after feeding on the blood of hu- has no visible reaction at all from direct contact with
mans and warm-blooded animals—their sole food bed bugs.
source—the bugs assume a distinctly blood-red hue
until digestion is complete. While bed bugs typically act at night, they often
leave signs of their presence through fecal markings
of a red to dark-brown color, visible on or near beds.
Bed bugs don’t discriminate. Blood stains also tend to appear when the bugs have
been squashed, usually by an unsuspecting sleeping
Bed bugs’ increased presence across the United States host. And because they shed, it’s not uncommon to
in recent decades is due largely to a surge in interna- find the skin casts they leave behind.
tional travel and trade. It’s no surprise then that bed
bugs have been found in some of the fanciest hotels
and apartment buildings in some of the nation’s most
expensive neighborhoods.
Prevent bed-bug encounters
when traveling.
Nonetheless, false claims that associate bed bugs
presence with poor hygiene and uncleanliness have Because humans serve as bed bugs’ main mode of
caused rental-housing residents, out of shame, to transportation, it’s especially important to be mindful
avoid notifying owners of their presence. This only of bed bugs when away from home. Experts attribute
causes the bed bugs to spread. the spread of bed bugs across all regions of the Unit-
ed States largely to increases in travel and trade, both
While bed bugs are more attracted to clutter, they’re here and abroad. So travelers are encouraged to take
certainly not discouraged by cleanliness. Bottom line: a few minutes on arriving to thoroughly inspect their
bed bugs know no social or economic bounds; claims accommodations before unpacking. Because bed
to the contrary are false. bugs can easily travel from one place to another, it’s
also a good practice to thoroughly inspect luggage
and belongings for bed bugs before heading home.
Bed bugs don’t
transmit disease.
Know the bed-bug
There exists no scientific evidence that bed bugs
carry disease. In fact, federal agencies tasked with dos and don’ts.
addressing pests of public-health concern, namely
the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the • Don’t bring used furniture from unknown sourc-
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, have re- es into your dwelling. Countless bed-bug infesta-
fused to elevate bed bugs to the threat level posed by tions have stemmed directly from bringing home
disease-carrying pests. Again, claims associating bed second-hand and abandoned furniture. Unless
bugs with disease are false. you are absolutely sure that a piece of second-
hand furniture is bed-bug-free, you should as-
sume that a seemingly nice looking leather
Learn to identify bed bugs. couch, for example, is sitting curbside waiting to
be hauled off to the landfill because it’s teeming
Bed bugs can often be found in, around, behind, un- with bed bugs.
der, or between: • Do inspect rental furniture, including mattresses
• Bedding and couches, for the presence of bed bugs before
• Bed frames moving it into your dwelling.
• Mattress seams
• Do address bed-bug sightings immediately. Rent-
• Upholstered furniture, especially under cushions
al-housing residents who suspect the presence of
and along seams
bed bugs in their unit must immediately notify
• Wood furniture, especially along areas where draw-
the owner.
ers slide
• Curtains and draperies • Don’t try to treat bed-bug infestations yourself.
• Window and door frames Health hazards associated with the misapplica-
• Ceiling and wall junctions tion of traditional and nontraditional chemical-
• Crown moldings based insecticides and pesticides poses too
• Wall hangings and loose wallpaper great a risk to you, your family and pets, and your
• Carpeting and walls (carpet can be pulled away from neighbors.
the wall and tack strip) • Do comply with eradication protocol. If the deter-
• Cracks and crevices in walls and floors mination is made that your unit is indeed playing
• Electronic devices, such as smoke and carbon-mon- host to bed bugs, you must comply with the bed-
oxide detectors bug-eradication protocol set forth by both your
Because bed bugs leave some people with itchy welts owner and their designated pest-management
similar to those made by fleas and mosquitoes, the company.

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TAA Official Statewide Form 19-JJ, Revised October 2019
Copyright 2019, Texas Apartment Association, Inc.
Mold Information and Prevention Addendum

Please note: We want to maintain a high-quality living environment for our residents. To help achieve this
goal, it is important that we work together to minimize any mold growth in your dwelling. This addendum
contains important information for you, and responsibilities for both you and us.

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract executed by 4. Avoiding Moisture Buildup. To avoid mold growth, it’s important to
you, the resident or residents, on the dwelling you have agreed to rent. prevent excess moisture buildup in your dwelling. Failing to promptly
attend to leaks and moisture accumulations on dwelling surfaces can
That dwelling is: Unit #  0624 at
encourage mold growth, especially in places where they might get
SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.
inside walls or ceilings. Prolonged moisture can come from a wide

variety of sources, such as:

 , • rainwater leaking from roofs, windows, doors, and outside walls, as
(name of apartments) well as flood waters rising above floor level;
or other dwelling located at  • overflows from showers, bathtubs, toilets, sinks, washing machines,
 dehumidifiers, refrigerator or air-conditioner drip pans, or clogged
 air-conditioner condensation lines;
(street address of house, duplex, etc.) • leaks from plumbing lines or fixtures, and leaks into walls from bad
City/State where dwelling is located  or missing grouting or caulking around showers, bathtubs, or sinks;
 . • washing-machine hose leaks, plant-watering overflows, pet urine,
cooking spills, beverage spills, and steam from excessive open-pot
2. About Mold. Mold is found everywhere in our environment, both cooking;
indoors and outdoors and in both new and old structures. Molds are
nothing new—they are natural microscopic organisms that reproduce • leaks from clothes-dryer discharge vents (which can put a lot of
by spores. They have always been with us. In the environment, molds moisture into the air); and
break down organic matter and use the end product for food. Without • insufficient drying of carpets, carpet pads, shower walls, and
molds we would be struggling with large amounts of dead organic bathroom floors.
matter. Mold spores (like plant pollen) spread through the air and are 5. Cleaning Mold. If small areas of mold have already accumulated on
commonly transported by shoes, clothing, and other materials. There is nonporous surfaces (such as ceramic tile, formica, vinyl flooring, metal,
conflicting scientific evidence about how much mold must accumulate wood, or plastic), the Environmental Protection Agency recommends
before it creates adverse health effects on people and animals. Even so, that you first clean the areas with soap (or detergent) and water and let
we must take appropriate precautions to prevent its buildup. the surface dry thoroughly. (Applying biocides without first cleaning
3. Preventing Mold Begins with You. to minimze the potential for mold away the dirt and oils from the surface is like painting over old paint
growth in your dwelling, you must: without first cleaning and preparing the surface.) When the surface
is dry—and within 24 hours of cleaning—apply a premixed spray-
• Keep your dwelling clean—particularly the kitchen, bathroom, on household biocide such as Lysol Disinfectant®, Original Pine-Sol®
carpets, and floors. Regular vacuuming and mopping of the floors, Cleaner, Tilex Mold & Mildew Remover® or Clorox® Clean-up® Cleaner
plus cleaning hard surfaces using a household cleaner, are all + Bleach. (Note two things: First, only a few of the common household
important to remove the household dirt and debris that harbor cleaners can actually kill mold. Second, Tilex and Clorox contain bleach,
mold or food for mold. Throw away moldy food immediately. which can discolor or stain surfaces, so follow the instructions on the
• Remove visible moisture accumulations on windows, walls, ceilings, container.) Always clean and apply a biocide to an area five or six times
floors, and other surfaces as soon as reasonably possible. Look for larger than any mold you see—mold can be present but not yet visible
leaks in washing-machine hoses and discharge lines—especially if to the naked eye. A vacuum cleaner with a high-efficiency particulate
the leak is large enough for water to seep into nearby walls. If your air (HEPA) filter can be used to help remove nonvisible mold products
dwelling has them, turn on exhaust fans in the bathroom before from porous items such as fibers in sofas, chairs, drapes, and carpets—
showering and in the kitchen before cooking with open pots. provided the fibers are completely dry. Machine washing or dry-cleaning
Also when showering, keep the shower curtain inside the tub (or will remove mold from clothes.
fully close the shower doors). Experts also recommend that after
a shower or bath you (1) wipe moisture off shower walls, shower 6. Warning for Porous Surfaces and Large Surfaces. Do not clean or
doors, the bathtub, and the bathroom floor; (2) leave the bathroom apply biocides to visible mold on porous surfaces such as sheetrock
door open until all moisture on the mirrors and bathroom walls and walls or ceilings or to large areas of visible mold on nonporous surfaces.
tile surfaces has dissipated; and (3) hang up your towels and bath Instead, notify us in writing and we will take appropriate action to comply
mats so they will completely dry out. with Section 92.051 et seq. of the Texas Property Code, subject to the
special exceptions for natural disasters.
• Promptly notify us in writing about any air-conditioning or heating-
system problems you discover. Follow any of our rules about 7. Compliance. Complying with this addendum will help prevent mold
replacing air filters. It’s also good practice to open windows and growth in your dwelling, and both you and we will be able to respond
doors periodically on days when the outdoor weather is dry (i.e., correctly if problems develop that could lead to mold growth. If you have
humidity is below 50%) to help humid areas of your dwelling dry questions about this addendum, please contact us at the management
out. office or at the phone number shown in your Lease Contract.
• Promptly notify us in writing of any signs of water leaks, water If you fail to comply with this addendum, you can
infiltration, or mold. We will respond in accordance with state be held responsible for property damage to the
law and the Lease Contract to repair or remedy the situation as dwelling and any health problems that may result.
necessary. We can’t fix problems in your dwelling unless we
know about them.

Resident or Residents (all sign below) Owner or Owner’s Representative (sign below)

 
(Name of Resident)

(Name of Resident)

(Name of Resident)

(Name of Resident)

(Name of Resident)

(Name of Resident)
Your are entitled to receive a copy of this Addendum after it is fully signed. Keep it in a safe place.
TAA Official Statewide Form 15-FF, Revised January 2015
Copyright 2015, Texas Apartment Association, Inc.

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Package Management System Addendum

1. 0624
Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract for Apt. No. _______________________________ in
Ethos Apartments
________________________________________________________.
2. Acknowledgment concerning Package Acceptance and Package Management System Requirements. You agree to abide by
all package delivery and package management system requirements set forth in this addendum. You understand and agree
that neither the Owner nor Package Management System Provider shall retain any liability concerning any packages inside
the package lockers or package room. You authorize us to accept packages on your behalf, if applicable, as indicated in
paragraph 3 of this addendum, while you remain responsible for any loss, liability or damages to any of your packages inside
the package locker or package room. You further agree to defend and indemnify Owner and the Package Management
System Provider from any and all damages and liability that may result from our accep ng delivery of any package on your
behalf. You agree to assume all risk of loss or damage associated with delivery of packages to the lockers, package room, or
the community. Nothing within this addendum shall impose any liability or obliga on on Owner in any way related to
packages. The package management system is provided “as is” by Owner and the Package Management System Provider.
This addendum shall be considered part of the exis ng Lease Contract.
3. Package Acceptance and Package Management System Requirements.
• Packages are not accepted in the o ce. We will not sign for any packages or parcels. You will need to coordinate with
the carrier for the delivery of packages or parcels requiring signature.
• If the property has package lockers:
o An excep on X will will not be made for packages that will not t into a package locker for registered users.
o An excep on X will will not be made for over ow packages when the lockers are full.
• A secured package management system is available to accept the delivery of packages from the U.S. Postal Service and/
or any commercial delivery service to a secured locker where it will be available for pickup 24/7. Registra on is required
to enable package deliveries to the lockers.
• There are no registra on, storage, or per-use fees.
• Packages that remain in a locker or package room for more than 3 _____ days may be returned to sender.
• Inappropriate use or abuse of the package lockers, package room, or package management system may result in the
cancella on of the resident account by the package management system company or the property and may result in
addi onal charges assessed against the resident for damages that are caused by direct ac ons of the resident, the
resident’s occupants, and/or resident’s guests.
• If you choose not to register to use the package management system, delivery may be a empted at the door. If no one is
home to receive the package, the package may be returned to the courier hub to be held for pick-up or a empted re-
delivery at a later date.
4. Package Management System Informa on
• Complete registra on for the package management system Link provided in email from Amazon Hub
________________________________________________
________________________________________________________, and set your no ca on and account preferences.
• When a package is delivered, a text and/or email no ca on will be sent with a unique access code.
- Go to the package management system kiosk and enter the access code from the no ca on.
- Locker or package room door will open for package retrieval.
• If the property has package lockers:
o If a package is too large to t in a locker, and accepted in the o ce, a no ca on will be sent that the package
was delivered and can be retrieved from the o ce.
o If you have di culty accessing packages in the highest lockers, you can set your locker preference on your
account to have packages delivered only to lockers below 4 feet.
• Addi onal no ca on will be sent as a reminder that you have a package wai ng to be picked up. A er 3 _____ days, your
package may be returned to sender without further no ca on.
• Contact Amazon Hub
_____________________________________ at 888-283-0577
__________________________ 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
for assistance with lost or deleted access codes, locker or package room door that will not open, or other ques ons
about your account.
5. Special Provisions. The following provisions will supersede any con ic ng provisions of the Lease Contract and this
addendum.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Lease Addendum for Optional Service from Spruce

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the Lease Contract dated 10/14/2023


________________________ for Apt. No. ____________
0624
8001 S 1H 35frontage Road, Austin, TX 78744
in _______________________________________________________________________________________________.

2. Spruce: Spruce performs op;onal services such as housekeeping, pet care, laundry, and other chores for residents of
this property. You are under no requirement to u;lize the Spruce service. If you do u;lize services from Spruce, you
will be required to agree separately with their terms and condi;ons in order to receive service.

3. Welcome Package: As part of your lease, you have the op;on to accept a welcome package consis;ng of coupons for
complementary services. Accep;ng this welcome package does not obligate you to any payment to Spruce or to this
property. You acknowledge that Spruce will send the details of this welcome package in a one-;me communica;on,
delivered via email and/or SMS, which will include instruc;ons on how to accept it.

4. Requests for Service: Only an authorized Lessee (resident) may request service through the Spruce PlaRorm. You may
grant access to your residence for services provided by Spruce using the Spruce mobile or web applica;on.

5. Resident Informa=on: By signing this Addendum, you expressly consent to Lessor’s sharing of certain Lessee personal
informa;on with Spruce for the purpose of: (i) providing you with informa;on about the Services and/or a welcome
package; and (ii) valida;ng authorized Lessees for Service requests.

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Resident/Date
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Resident/Date
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Resident/Date
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Resident/Date

10/26/2023
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Owner’s Representa;ve/Date

Revised 7/2020
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GREEN
LIVING
GUIDE
FOR RESIDENTS 2022 - 2023

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STRIVING FOR
AN ECO-FRIENDLY
LIFESTYLE
The Green Living Guide offers a comprehensive approach to adopting a more sustainable lifestyle. Small changes
can make a huge difference, and there are many added benefits to striving for an eco-friendly way of living.

These guidelines contain numerous no-cost and low-cost ways you can go green. There are simple and easy
measures you can take to save energy, conserve water, limit your waste, improve your surroundings, and reduce
your impact on the environment.

By following the recommendations set forth in this guide, you can not only save money, but you can also positively
contribute to creating a healthier and more environmentally-sustainable community.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

03 ENERGY EFFICIENCY

04 WATER CONSERVATION

05 REDUCE & REUSE

06 WASTE MANAGEMENT, RECYCLING & COMPOSTING

07 SUSTAINABLE PURCHASING

08 GREEN CLEANING

09 TRANSPORTATION

10 RESOURCES

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ENERGY Decreasing energy use reduces greenhouse gas

EFFICIENCY
emissions and can save money.

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING THE KITCHEN


• Keep windows closed when the heater or air conditioner • Thaw frozen foods in the refrigerator before
is running. cooking to reduce cooking time.
• Verify vents are free of obstruction. • Minimize the number of times the oven door is
• If you have a programmable thermostat, set the opened during baking. Each opening can reduce
temperature so heating/cooling is minimized the oven’s temperature by 25°F / 14°C.
when you are at work or away for an extended period.
• In the winter: • When possible, use smaller appliances to cook.

• Slant blinds downward to permit sunlight • Cover pots and pans when cooking to reduce
to enter the room and increase warmth (this cooking time.
can serve as an insulator). • To ensure food safety, keep the refrigerator
• Switch the ceiling fans to spin in reverse to circulate temperature set between 36°F to 40°F /
warm air downward (the fan will turn clockwise when 2.2°C to 4.4°C and the freezer at 0°F / -17.8°C.
looking at the fan from below).
• Don’t overcrowd the fridge or freezer; freezers
• Place a draft stopper under exterior doors.
should not be more than two-thirds full.
• Layer clothing in the winter. The Department
of Energy calculates that your energy bill will increase • Keep the freezer and refrigerator organized to
3% for each degree you raise the thermostat. reduce the amount of time searching for items
• In the summer: when the door is open.

• Close the blinds (with the slats in the up position) as • Turn off the drying function of the dishwasher.
tightly as possible. This will reflect light and heat and Leave the door open to air-dry dishes instead.
create a pocket of air.
• Switch the ceiling fans to spin normal to
circulate warm air to the ceiling (the fan will turn
counter-clockwise when looking from below.) LIGHTING
• Take advantage of natural daylight.
• When working or reading, use task lighting
ELECTRONICS (such as desk lamps) rather than lighting the
entire room.
• Delete old files off the cloud to reduce energy used by • Regularly dust lamps and light fixtures to remove
data centers. All files that you have on the cloud are stored in
dust obstruction light emission
data centers, which use energy.
• Remove your screen saver. Screen savers use almost as • Turn off lights in unoccupied rooms.
much energy as during active use. • Switch to LED lights.
• Some electronics draw electricity when they are plugged
into an outlet (phantom electricity). Plug electronics
into surge protectors and turn off power strips when
electronics are not in use.
EXCEPTION: Electronics that require power
in order to access an Internet connection
for regular updates.
• Save money by shutting down a home computer
if you don’t expect to use it for the next two hours.
Turn off the monitor if the computer is not going to
be used within the next 20 minutes.
• As you replace equipment, look for energy‑efficient
products that conserve energy, such as those labeled
ENERGY STAR® certified in the US.

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WATER
Proper water conservation practices can help protect
wildlife habitats by reducing the need for new water
sources. Saving water reduces the energy needed to

CONSERVATION treat and deliver the water, all while decreasing your
water bill.

THE KITCHEN THE BATHROOM


• If the sink is equipped with a sprayer, use the • Report malfunctioning water closets / toilets
sprayer to rinse dishes and don’t leave the or dripping faucets to property management.
water running. • Strive for short, efficient showers.
• Load the dishwasher to capacity. A full load • Turn off running water when washing face or
will save water, energy, and detergent. brushing teeth.
• Avoid rinsing dishes unnecessarily before • When running a bath, plug the tub before turning
loading them in the dishwasher. on the water then adjust the temperature as the
• Select the short cycle option on the dishwasher. tub fills.

• Keep drinking water in the refrigerator instead of


letting the tap run while you wait for the water to cool.
• Store empty pitchers or basins near the sink to
collect water that runs while adjusting the water
temperature. The water collected can be utilized LAUNDRY
for drinking water, rinsing dishes, filling pet bowls,
or watering plants. • Always adjust the washer’s load setting
• Wash fruits and vegetables in a pan of water to match the laundry load size.
instead of washing them with water running • Washing clothes in cold water saves both
continuously from the tap. water and energy and helps clothes keep
• Soak pots and pans instead of letting the water run their colors.
while scraping clean. • Choose biodegradable detergents over
• Dropped ice cubes can be used to water plants traditional, synthetic detergents made
rather than throwing them in the sink to melt. from petrochemicals.
• Instead of using running water, defrost food • Use eco-friendly dry cleaners that do not
in the refrigerator for water efficiency and use perchloroethylene (“perc”), a chemical
food safety. that can be harmful to humans.

IRRIGATION
• Identify any leaks, flooding, or over-use of
irrigation systems. Fix or report to responsible
parties (e.g., property manager, Homeowners’
Association, or local authorities).

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Source reduction is the best way to

REDUCE & REUSE conserve resources and reduce pollution.


Challenge yourself to find ways to either
go without or reuse.

PAPER FIX FIRST


• Stop junk mail by registering at dmachoice.org. • Repair ripped or worn clothing by taking
• Unsubscribe from catalogs with catalogchoice.org. them to the tailor for repair. This is likely less
than the price of a new pair.
• Opt out of receiving insurance and credit
card offers at consumer.ftc.gov. • Take worn or damaged shoes and leather
goods to a cobbler.
• Utilize email and pay bills online.
• Use electrical tape or Sugru® to mend
• Use electronic notes and to-do lists on smartphones.
headphones and laptop chargers with
• Reuse any paper that has been printed on only exposed wires.
one side as note paper.
• Cracked cell phone screens can often be
• Use a white board or dry erase marker on mirrors fixed without replacing the whole phone and
to write reminders and notes. typically at a much lower price.
• Avoid buying wrapping paper. Reuse gift bags, • Dropped your phone in water? Quickly and
magazines, or newspaper. carefully power off the phone, remove the
• Buy in bulk to reduce packaging. battery and SIM card (if possible), and dry the
phone with a towel. Place all parts in uncooked
rice (wrapping the phone loosely in a paper
towel first), or in a Ziploc® bag with desiccant
packets, and leave for 24–72 hours to absorb any
REUSE remaining moisture. (Bonus: save any desiccant
packets from products you purchase to prepare
• Utilize reusable coffee filters. Some are even made for this type of accident.)
from renewable resources such as hemp or organic cotton.
• Keep reusable shopping and produce bags in the car
so they are on hand while shopping.
PRINTING
• Avoid buying water in disposable, single-use bottles.
Instead, use reusable BPA-free water bottles.
• Only print when necessary.
• If there are concerns regarding water quality or taste,
• Always review a document in Print Preview
use a water filter pitcher to fill glasses and reusable
to find and correct mistakes before printing.
bottles. Learn about water quality in
your area: homewater101.com. • If your printer duplexes (double-sided printing),
set it as the default.
• Reusable mugs and insulated cups keep coffee hot
longer and reduce the amount of non-biodegradable • When printing a web-page, copy and paste the
Styrofoam entering the landfill. Some coffee shops link into printwhatyoulike.com to optimize the
offer a discount when customers bring in their own web page for printing (for free).
reusable mugs. • Use software such as PrintGreener.com,
which analyzes documents to identify ways to
• Pack lunches in a lunchbox and use reusable
reduce waste.
sandwich bags and containers.
• Save on ink usage by switching to fonts
• Use cloth napkins instead of paper napkins.
with a lighter font weight or a smaller size
(e.g., Century Gothic, Courier, or Garamond).

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Recycling allows individuals

WASTE MANAGEMENT, to decrease the negative impact


of the waste they produce by

RECYCLING & COMPOSTING saving landfill space and reducing


water and air pollution.

ELECTRONIC E-WASTE RECYCLING


EVERYTHING ELSE
• Used cell phones and accessories can be recycled • Check with the property manager for guidance
at most major phone retailers or through non-profit on recycling plastic, paper, aluminum, and
organizations raising money through cell phone glass. Visit earth911.com for recycling locations of
recycling programs. other items.
• Most large national electronics stores offer recycling • Donate non-perishable foods to food banks
drop-offs for TVs, DVD players, cell phones, cameras, or local food pantries to help reduce food waste.
music players, computers, and appliances. Some • Donate or sell to charity thrift stores or resale
retailers even offer a pick-up service. shops. Charity thrift stores accept many types of
• Send old iPods, iPhones, mobile phones, Macs, or PCs items, from furniture to dishes to books.
to Apple for free where they will recycle it. Oftentimes, • Utilize websites such as Facebook Marketplace,
rebates or discounts are applied when old devices are eBay, or Craigslist to donate, sell, and buy items.
traded in for new devices.
• Recycle shoes at Soles4Souls. Check the website for
drop-off locations.
• Return the hangers and plastic bags to dry
LIGHT BULBS, BATTERIES, cleaner on the next visit.
AND INK/TONER CARTRIDGES • Reuse Styrofoam packing peanuts, take them
• Handle CFLs safely and dispose of them responsibly. to a UPS store, or find a local recycling center that
CFLs contain a small amount of mercury and will accept them.
recycling these bulbs prevents the release of mercury • Join a community forum, such as Freecycle,
into the environment. Check the local area home Nextdoor, or Buy Nothing, to trade with others.
improvement store about disposal. Freecycle, for example, is a grassroots, nonprofit
• Recycle old general-use, phone, and laptop movement of people who are giving or receiving
batteries at a local drop-off center. goods for free within their neighborhoods.

• Most major auto parts stores accept used


car batteries for recycling.

COMPOST & FOOD WASTE


GREASE • If the community offers composting, compost
what is accepted and drop off at proper
• DO NOT pour used cooking oil down the drain. disposal sites.
This practice can back up the sink and cause
• If the community does not offer composting,
problems throughout the sanitary sewer system.
consider researching local composting
• Research local cooking oil recycling options provided companies and subscribe for pickups or drop
by the municipality, such as recycling drop-off sites. off your compost.
• If grease must be thrown away, allow the oil to cool
and solidify, then place it in a sealable container,
such as a peanut butter jar, and place in the trash.

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SUSTAINABLE Making more environmentally-conscious purchases

PURCHASING
has positive impacts on community health and
wellbeing, the environment, and the local economy.

EVERYDAY PRACTICE FOOD


• Buy secondhand when possible. • Purchase local, in-season produce to support
the local community and reduce the distance
• Choose items made from rapidly renewable
produce travels.
resources, such as cotton, wool, hemp, soy,
bamboo, and cork. • Shop at your local farmer’s market.
• Avoid excess packaging by choosing larger • Look for Fair Trade Certified™ items.
sizes/quantities instead of smaller, individually • Local, organic free-range eggs are generally higher
packaged items. in vitamins and minerals than mass-produced eggs.
• Purchase products in reusable containers. • Participate in the “Meatless Monday” campaign.
• Purchase products that can be recycled at the Animal-based foods have a larger carbon footprint
end of their useful life. than plant-based foods.

• Shop local whenever possible. • Choose dairy products with no artificial hormones
or antibiotics.
• Support small businesses.
• Look for third-party green-certified products • Learn about the “Slow Food” movement.
(e.g., Fair Trade Certified™, UL GreenGuard • Buy organic fruit and vegetables, if possible.
Certified, EcoCert® Cosmos, B Corp®). Apples, strawberries, and grapes are the top three
most contaminated foods with the highest amount
of pesticides.

FOR THE HOME


CLOTHING AND
• Purchase paper products that are made from PERSONAL CARE
post-consumer recycled content or bamboo.
• Switch to rechargeable batteries wherever feasible. • Host a clothes swap with friends.
Bring old batteries to a local office supply store or • Shop resale shops. Often you can find new
electronics store for proper recycling. items that still have tags.
• Read cleaning product labels carefully before • Learn about slow fashion/ethical fashion.
purchasing. If a product has a warning label because it Support brands that take into account an item’s
contains known hazardous chemicals, consider one full life cycle, which includes sourcing, shipping,
of the alternatives in the Green Cleaning Section of and end of life (as well as resources).
this guide.
• When buying new clothing, look for items made
• Purchase recyclable plastic pump-spray bottles from recycled or renewable materials, such as
instead of aerosol cans. cotton or hemp.
• Replace appliances with energy efficient appliances • Choose petroleum-free cosmetic products that
to reduce water use and energy consumption. do not contain mineral oil, paraffin, or propylene
glycol. See Environmental Working Group’s Skin
Deep® database for toxicity ratings of common
cosmetic products.
• Look for certified organic plastic-free
personal-care products.
• Use aluminum-free deodorants.

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GREEN Green cleaning keeps toxins and chemicals out

CLEANING of the air, water and soil.

GREEN CLEANING BAKING SODA USES


PRACTICES
• To lessen moisture in the home, always use • Place a box or small bowl of baking soda in
ventilation when cooking and bathing. the fridge, freezer, or cupboard to absorb
• Many vacuums disperse small bits of dust. Look unpleasant odors.
for vacuums with HEPA fil ters (high-efficiency • A paste of baking soda and water can be used to
filters that catch tiny particles) and dirt sensors make stainless steel appliances shine.
that signal when a carpet is clean.
• Sprinkle baking soda into a wet toilet bowl or white
• Plain water on a cloth works great for the vast sink; allow to sit for 10-15 minutes and then scrub.
majority of dusting chores. If something more
• To create a tub-scum cleaner, mix baking
powerful is necessary, choose the least-toxic
soda and a “green” liquid soap to a honey-like
product for the job.
consistency. Apply it with a little elbow grease
• To keep indoor air clean and lessen contaminants and perhaps a splash of white vinegar.
tracked into homes on the soles of shoes, consider
• To remove odors from carpets, sprinkle with
becoming a shoe-free household.
baking soda. Let stand for at least 15 minutes,
and then vacuum. Repeat as needed.
• To help remove spills, blot as much as possible
REMOVING STUBBORN then clean as normal. When finished, sprinkle with
CLOTHING STAINS baking soda and then vacuum. This can decrease
• Treat stains before washing instead of buying the chance that the spill could cause unpleasant
specific heavy-duty chemical products. odors later.

• Blood: soak in cold water or club soda.


• Coffee/Tea: soak in a solution of VINEGAR USES
warm water and borax.
• Grass: rub with glycerin. • For cleaning, choose white vinegar, as brown
• Perspiration: rub with white vinegar. vinegar will typically stain porous surfaces.

• Tar: rub with eucalyptus oil. • Some air fresheners use harsh chemicals.
Instead, lightly spritz your space with white vinegar
(the smell will quickly vanish).

INFECTIOUS DISEASE • Add 1/4 cup (60ml) of white vinegar to the washer
to remove any mildew smells from towels
PREVENTION and sheets.
• Disinfect high-touch surface areas, including • A cup (240ml) of white vinegar will clean a
(but not limited to) door handles/knobs, handrails, washing machine. Run it through a regular cycle,
light switches, faucets, kitchen equipment, without clothes.
countertops, and other surfaces that are frequently • Deodorize and clean the garbage disposal
touched throughout a day. with white distilled vinegar ice cubes (freeze
• Follow the World Health Organization (WHO) full-strength white distilled vinegar in an ice
Guidelines and manufacturer instructions for safe cube tray). Run several cubes down the disposal
and effective disinfectant use. while flushing with cold water.

• If available, purchase cleaning products developed • Clean the microwave by mixing 1/2 cup (120ml)
of white distilled vinegar and 1/2 cup (120ml) of
by a member of the Global Ecolabelling Network.
water in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat inside the
microwave. Baked-on food will be loosened,
and odors will disappear. Wipe clean.

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In addition to positive environmental

TRANSPORTATION
impacts, switching to active and
alternative forms of transportation can
provide financial benefits as well as
physical and mental health benefits.

WALK OR USE
ALTERNATIVE TRANSIT BIKING
• Use a smart phone to find nearby walkable shops, • Biking is a clean form of transportation.
restaurants, services, and activities.
• Be sure to take appropriate precautions for safety:
• Discover local public transit by checking online
• Always wear a helmet.
public transit trip planners, such as Google
Maps Transit, which provides a map, step-by- • Ride with traffic, not against it.
step instructions, and photos to help reach the • Be visible, especially when riding at night. Wear
destination. Look into using bike/scooter share bright colors and use flashing lights
as an alternative form of transportation. and reflectors.

• Do not weave through traffic.


• Use bike lanes, if available.

EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS • Regularly maintain your bike. It is essential to maintain


adequate tire air pressure and working brakes.
• When considering purchasing a car, compare the
• Be aware of local laws that apply to bicycle riders.
fuel economy and opt for the more fuel-efficient
vehicle option. • Always ensure your bike is secure:
• Use an appropriately sized U-lock, such as
• Aggressive driving (speeding, accelerating
those made by Kryptonite®.
rapidly, and braking erratically) wastes gas. Save
money and reach your destination safely. • Lock bikes in a visible, well-lit area and to a
permanent fixture that cannot be easily cut
• Use cruise control on the highway to maintain
or broken. Lock your tires to the bike frame
consistent speed and save gas.
to prevent theft.
• Turn off the vehicle’s engine when it is parked to
• Keep a current picture of the bike to give to
avoid excessive idling.
authorities if stolen.
• Keep tires properly inflated for optimum gas
• Consider purchasing a GPS anti-theft device for
mileage and safety.
your bicycle, such as Sherlock (sherlock.bike).
• Consider carpooling or ride-sharing. • Verify that your renter’s insurance covers your
bike (it likely does).

WORK FROM HOME

• If possible, telecommute or work from home at least


one day a week instead of driving. Benefits include
saving on parking costs and increased productivity.
Save on travel expenses by teleconferencing.
• Move, share, and edit information virtually with
web-provided services.

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RESOURCES
coolclimate.org
CoolClimate’s mission is to massively scale up the adoption of climate solutions.

sustainableelectronics.org
This nonprofit organization is dedicated to the responsible reuse, repair,
and recycling of electronic products.

epa.gov/cfl
This website provides information about Compact Fluorescent Lightbulbs.

epa.gov/recycle/electronics-donation-and-recycling
Electronics donation and recycling is a great way to help conserve resources
and natural materials.

fueleconomy.gov
Learn more about fuel economy at the Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable
Energy.

greenamerica.org/green-living
Their mission is to harness economic power—the strength of consumers, investors,
businesses, and the marketplace—to create a socially just and environmentally
sustainable society.

greenamerica.org/green-business-index
Find green, healthy, and ethically produced products and services for home and
work.

lamprecycle.org
One-stop source of information about recycling mercury-added “lamps.”

meatlessmonday.com
This is a nonprofit initiative of The Monday Campaigns, working in collaboration
with the Center for a Livable Future (“CLF”) at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School
of Public Health.

slowfood.com
Slow Food® was founded in 1989 to prevent the disappearance of local food cultures
and traditions, counteract the rise of fast life, and combat people’s dwindling
interest in the food they eat.

wateruseitwisely.com
Sign up for their newsletter for water-saving ideas.

greenchoices.org
This site includes information about simple and effective green alternatives that
make a real, lasting difference.

epa.gov/environmental-topics/greener-living
EPA has tools to help reduce an individual's environmental footprint.

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LEASE ADDENDUM FOR PATIO OR YARD MAINTENANCE

1. Addendum. This is an addendum to the TAA Lease Contract for Apt. No.  0624 in the
SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.

Apartments in  Austin ,
Texas OR
the condominium/townhome located at (street address) 
in  , Texas.

2. Responsibility for area. The apartment or condominium/townhome unit has a fenced or enclosed patio, yard or atrium.
Unless we, as owner, expressly assume responsibility below, you, as resident, will perform or pay for yard maintenance of
such fenced or enclosed area, as follows:

q You or q
X we will keep the lawn mowed and edged and maintain all plants, trees, shrubs, etc.

X You or q we will water the lawn and other vegetation.


q

X You or q we will keep the lawn, flowerbeds, sidewalks, porches and driveways free of trash and debris.
q

q You are, q
X we are, or q no one is obligated to fertilize lawn and plants.

3. Report problems. You must promptly report infestations or dying vegetation to us. You may not modify existing landscape,
change any plants or plant a garden without our prior written approval.

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Surveillance Camera Addendum

Apt. No. 0624 , Apartment Community SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.


Name(s) of resident(s) on Lease Contract: Alex
___________________________________________________________
Enrique Guerra
______________________________________________Lease expiration date: 11/30/2024

This Camera Addendum is made and entered into as of the date of the Apartment Lease Contract (the “Lease”)
executed by Highmark Residential, LLC, managing agent for owner of________________________
SREIT Ethos Austin,
____________________________Apartments
L.L.C. (the “Manager”) and the resident(s) (the “Resident”, whether one or
more) identified below. The purpose of this Addendum is to clarify the purpose of cameras in the apartment
community. For and in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and in the Lease and for other good
and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as
follows:

1. The Cameras. Resident acknowledges that there are cameras that have been installed in certain
common areas of the apartment community. However, Resident further acknowledges that the cameras
are mechanical devices, can malfunction or be rendered inoperative at any time and should not be
relied upon by Resident for any type of security services. The cameras will not be actively monitored
but will be used to investigate any incidents that occur on the property.

2. Resident’s representations regarding security. Resident represents that Resident will not rely upon the
Cameras for any type of security services and that Resident will contact the local law enforcement
agency in the event of any security concerns. In the event of an emergency, Resident agrees to call
911. Resident further represents that it has made whatever decisions it desires with respect to obtaining
insurance coverage Resident deems appropriate to protect Resident, occupants of Resident’s unit or
their respective belongings.

3. Resident’s acknowledgements regarding security. Resident acknowledges that: (i) the cameras are not
to be construed as a representation or an express or implied warranty of security; (ii) there is no
guarantee or representation that the cameras are monitored, operable or working; (iii) the cameras are
not to be construed as a representation that they will, in any way, increase Resident’s personal security
or the security of other occupants in Resident’s unit or guests; (iv) there is no guarantee against crime
or of reduced risk of crime; (v) Resident and all occupants and guests must exercise due care for
Resident’s own and others’ safety and security; and (vi) the Manager is not responsible for injury,
damage or loss to person or property caused by the criminal acts of others. Resident further
acknowledges that Resident will be as cautious as possible with respect to Resident’s property and
surroundings and that the Manager suggests Resident get to know Resident’s neighbors and always
lock Resident’s apartment door whenever Resident leaves the apartment.

4. Conflicts. To the extent the terms of this Addendum conflict with the terms of the Lease, the terms of
this Addendum shall control.

EXECUTED as of the date of the Lease.

____________________________________
10/21/2023 ____________________________________
Resident Signature/Date Resident Signature/Date

____________________________________ ____________________________________
Resident Signature/Date Resident Signature/Date

____________________________________
10/26/2023
Owner’s Representative/Date

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Fire Preven on and Safety Tips

Dear Resident(s),
Every 15 seconds, a re department responds to a re somewhere in the United States. The major causes of home re deaths are
una ended cooking, smoking, portable heaters, candles, arson, and children playing with matches or lighters. By paying careful
a en on to these issues, each of us can share the responsibility of keeping our homes safe from re.
Smoke Detectors and Fire Alarms
Highmark Residen al provides smoke detectors in every apartment home. Smoke detectors should be placed on the ceiling near
bedrooms so they can be heard in the event of re. Smoke detectors should also be inspected regularly to ensure proper
func onality. While Highmark Residen al inspects smoke detectors prior to move-in, residents should test smoke detectors
periodically and replace ba eries as needed. Be sure to no fy the o ce sta if they are not func oning properly or if you need
assistance tes ng smoke detectors or replacing ba eries.
Fire Ex nguishers
If a re does occur, having a re ex nguisher ready can be a life and property-saving item. Ex nguishers can be purchased from many
hardware and grocery stores, o en for less than $20. Dependent upon local ordinances, a re ex nguisher may already be provided
by Highmark Residen al. Residents should inspect their ex nguishers o en to make sure that they are properly charged and able to
be used.
All re ex nguishers are used in the same way. Users must pull the safety pin, aim the ex nguisher at the base of the re and
squeeze the handle to discharge the re ex nguisher, sweeping the spray across the base of the re.
Types of Fires
Cooking res are among the leading causes of residen al re incidents, and the leading cause of cooking res is una ended cooking.
You should never leave the kitchen when cooking. In case of a cooking re like a grease re, using baking soda will smother the re
but use the re ex nguisher when it is needed. Water should not be used to ex nguish a grease re because water will spla er the
grease and increase the size of the re.
Electrical res are also common, and incidents can be easily reduced by not overloading power outlets. Keeping the area around
plugs free of dust and spider webs will help ensure less ammable material around the outlet.
You should also never connect mul ple power strips together or use many electrical devices on one power outlet. If a re does occur,
do not use water. A re ex nguisher should be used; however, if the re becomes too large, dial 9-1-1 to contact the re department.
Pa os & Balconies
Grills, hibachis, chimeneas, smokers, and any other outdoor cooking or open- ame devices are prohibited from use on pa os or
balconies and are not permi ed to be stored on balconies. These items must be used only on ground level and no less than 10 feet
from any building or per your city ordinance.
Smoking – Only if smoking is permi ed on property
Cigare es/cigars should never be le una ended inside your apartment or on pa os/balconies. Leaving and forge ng a cigare e
res ng on a combus ble material such as wood, grass shrubs, or plas c could result in a re. Be sure that there are no smoldering
cigare es when emptying an ashtray into a wastebasket lled with paper or other combus bles.
Escape Routes
One of the most important things to do is to prepare an escape plan. Apartments are fairly small when compared to large o ce
buildings, schools, or houses, but it is s ll impera ve that you memorize the oorplan of your home. When you move into your
apartment, take me to become familiar with the exit paths. One exit would be the main door, but some apartments also have re
exits next to windows or balconies.
You should also become familiar with the whole building, taking note of emergency stairwells or re escapes.
Many apartment communi es conduct emergency re drills or re safety mee ngs which can also be helpful, especially if you have
small children.
Fire Preven on Tips
1. Maintain smoke detectors Tips – Fire Safety
2. Have a working re ex nguisher 1. Make an escape plan
3. Never leave your kitchen while cooking 2. Prac ce your escape plan
4. Don’t overload power strips/outlets 3. Choose a mee ng place
5. Monitor, contain & fully ex nguish: 4. Crawl in low smoke
a. Cigare es, cigars, pipes – only if smoking is 5. Test every door for heat
permi ed on property 6. Don’t go back in, no ma er what!
b. Incense Dial 9-1-1 in case of emergency
c. Cooking surfaces
d. Heaters, irons
e. Hair dryers, curling irons
Note: Candles are not permi ed in your apartment home.

10/21/2023
_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________
Resident/Date Resident/Date

_________________________________________________ __________________________________________________
Resident/Date Resident/Date

_________________________________________________ __________________________________________________
Resident/Date Resident/Date

10/26/2023
_________________________________________________
Owner’s Representa ve/Date

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BODY OF WATER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND RELEASE

This Body of Water Acknowledgement and Release (this “Acknowledgement and Release”) is an
addendum to, and forms a part of, the lease agreement (the “Lease Agreement”) that this Acknowledgement
and Release is attached to. Capitalized terms used in this Acknowledgement and Release that are not defined
herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in the Lease Agreement.

For and in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and as an inducement for the
Owner and Community Director of the property to enter into the Lease Agreement with you, you agree as
follows:

1. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND AGREEMENT. Resident acknowledges that: (a) one or more


bodies of water are located in or around the property; and (b) there are risks associated with bodies of water.
Resident agrees that: (i) Resident will not enter any part of any body of water that is not designated as a
swimming pool; (ii) Resident will not boat on any body of water where boating is prohibited; (iii) Resident
will not ice skate or conduct any other type of sport in or on any such body of water where prohibited; (iv)
Resident will not allow pets or children to swim or play near such bodies of water; (v) Resident will
maintain a safe distance from such bodies of water as they may hide jagged rocks, broken glass, or other
hazards; (vi) Resident will not dispose of garbage in or near any such body of water; and (vii) Resident will
be responsible for informing occupants and guests about the bodies of water and enforcing their compliance
with the above agreements.

2. RELEASE. Resident assumes the risk with respect to having a body of water near Resident’s
apartment and acknowledges that neither the owner of the apartment community, the Community Director
of the property, nor any of their respective affiliates, directors, officers, employees, members, partners,
lenders and agents, and the affiliates of any of the foregoing (collectively, the “Owner Parties”), are liable
for any injuries, death, damages or losses to persons or property caused by or related to the body of water
or the entry by Resident and/or their occupants and guests into any such body of water. RESIDENT, TO
THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, RELEASES AND DISCHARGES THE
OWNER PARTIES FROM ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER WHICH MAY ARISE AS A
RESULT OF RESIDENT’S OR THEIR OCCUPANTS AND GUESTS CONTACT WITH OR
ENTRY INTO ANY BODY OF WATER AND COVENANTS NOT TO SUE ANY OF THE OWNER
PARTIES AND RESIDENT HEREBY INDEMNIFIES AND AGREES TO HOLD THE OWNER
PARTIES HARMLESS FROM ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER INCURRED BY RESIDENT
OR ANY OCCUPANT OR GUEST OF SUCH RESIDENT.

_____________________________________________
10/21/2023 _____________________________________________
Resident Signature/Date Resident Signature/Date

_____________________________________________ _____________________________________________
Resident Signature/Date Resident Signature/Date

_____________________________________________
10/26/2023
Owner’s Representative/Date

Revised 04//2019

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VIRUS WARNING AND WAIVER ADDENDUM

This Virus Warning and Waiver Addendum relates to the TAA Lease Contract, signed  ,
for Apt. No.
0624 in the SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C.

Apartments in  Austin ,
Texas, OR the house, duplex, etc. located at (street address) 
in  , Texas.

Due to the inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 and/or other virus strains (collectively “Viruses”) on the premises as defined
in Section 92.001 of the Texas Property Code (the “Premises”), it is important that you diligently follow all posted instructions,
written rules, and generally accepted health precautions concerning the spread of Viruses while on the Premises. Viruses may
be extremely contagious and can lead to severe illness and death. You should always assume that anyone could have a Virus.
There is no representation or warranty that: (1) the Premises are or will remain free of Viruses, (2) persons on the Premises
are not carrying Viruses; or (3) exposure to Viruses cannot occur on the Premises.

While on the Premises:


1. You must exercise due care for your safety at all times.
2. You agree to take full responsibility for and voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to Viruses.
3. You agree to release, indemnify, discharge, and hold us and our representatives harmless to the fullest extent allowed
by law for all present and future claims and liabilities relating to Viruses, including but not limited to any negligent act
or omission by us, which might occur as a result of your being on the Premises.

Date Resident
10/21/2023 
Date Resident 
Date Resident 
Date Resident 
Date Resident 
Date Resident 
Date Owner’s
10/26/2023 Representative 

SREIT Ethos Austin, L.L.C., 8001 S 1H


35frontage Road #0624






Apartment name and unit number or street address of leased
premises

Texas Apartment Association


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This certificate details the actions recorded during the signing of this Document.

DOCUMENT INFORMATION

Status Signed

Document ID 402340030

Submitted 10/26/23

Total Pages 55

Flood Disclosure Notice, Apartment Lease Form, Lease Addendum for


Additional Special Provisions, Water/Wastewater Submetering
Addendum, Lease Addendum for Allocating Stormwater/Drainage
Costs, Lease Addendum for Allocating Trash Removal and Recycling
Costs, Trash Service Addendum, Recycling Addendum, Lease
Addendum for Additional Services and Fees, Lease Addendum for
Allocating Services and Government Fees, Highmark Parking Policy
Addendum, Key and Access Device Addendum, Lease Addendum for
Forms Included Washing Machine and Dryer, Renters Liability Insurance Addendum -
Master Policy, Community Policies Addendum, Community Policies
Highmark, Security Guidelines, Satellite Dish or Antenna Addendum,
Bed Bug Addendum, Mold Information and Prevention Addendum,
Package Management System Addendum, Lease Addendum for
Optional Service from Spruce, Green Living Guide for Residents, Lease
Addendum for Patio or Yard Maintenance, Surveillance Camera
Addendum, Fire Prevention and Safety, Body of Water Addendum, Virus
Warning and Waiver Addendum

PARTIES

Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez


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DOCUMENT AUDIT
1 10/21/23 01:07:57 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez accepted Consumer Disclosure

2 10/21/23 01:08:22 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Flood Disclosure Notice

3 10/21/23 01:09:42 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Apartment Lease Form

4 10/21/23 01:09:46 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Apartment Lease Form

5 10/21/23 01:09:52 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Lease Addendum for Additional Special Provisions

6 10/21/23 01:09:57 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Water/Wastewater Submetering Addendum

7 10/21/23 01:10:06 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Lease Addendum for Allocating Stormwater/Drainage Costs

8 10/21/23 01:10:12 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Lease Addendum for Allocating Trash Removal and Recycling Costs

9 10/21/23 01:10:17 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Trash Service Addendum

10 10/21/23 01:10:18 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Trash Service Addendum
DOCUMENT AUDIT CONTINUED

11 10/21/23 01:10:25 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Recycling Addendum

12 10/21/23 01:10:26 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Recycling Addendum

13 10/21/23 01:10:45 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Lease Addendum for Additional Services and Fees

14 10/21/23 01:10:48 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Lease Addendum for Additional Services and Fees

15 10/21/23 01:10:55 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Lease Addendum for Allocating Services and Government Fees

16 10/21/23 01:11:05 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Highmark Parking Policy Addendum

17 10/21/23 01:11:06 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Highmark Parking Policy Addendum

18 10/21/23 01:11:10 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Key and Access Device Addendum

19 10/21/23 01:11:12 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Key and Access Device Addendum

20 10/21/23 01:11:18 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Lease Addendum for Washing Machine and Dryer

21 10/21/23 01:11:27 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez initialed Renters Liability Insurance Addendum - Master Policy

22 10/21/23 01:11:30 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez initialed Renters Liability Insurance Addendum - Master Policy

23 10/21/23 01:11:32 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez initialed Renters Liability Insurance Addendum - Master Policy

24 10/21/23 01:11:41 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez initialed Renters Liability Insurance Addendum - Master Policy

25 10/21/23 01:12:00 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez initialed Renters Liability Insurance Addendum - Master Policy

26 10/21/23 01:12:03 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Renters Liability Insurance Addendum - Master Policy

27 10/21/23 01:12:07 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Renters Liability Insurance Addendum - Master Policy

28 10/21/23 01:12:14 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Community Policies Addendum

29 10/21/23 01:12:20 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Community Policies Highmark

30 10/21/23 01:12:22 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Community Policies Highmark

31 10/21/23 01:12:27 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Security Guidelines

32 10/21/23 01:12:33 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Satellite Dish or Antenna Addendum

33 10/21/23 01:12:37 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Bed Bug Addendum

34 10/21/23 01:12:38 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Bed Bug Addendum

35 10/21/23 01:12:45 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Mold Information and Prevention Addendum

36 10/21/23 01:12:50 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Package Management System Addendum

37 10/21/23 01:12:51 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Package Management System Addendum

38 10/21/23 01:12:56 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Lease Addendum for Optional Service from Spruce

39 10/21/23 01:12:58 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Lease Addendum for Optional Service from Spruce

40 10/21/23 01:13:37 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Green Living Guide for Residents

41 10/21/23 01:13:42 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Lease Addendum for Patio or Yard Maintenance

42 10/21/23 01:13:48 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Surveillance Camera Addendum

43 10/21/23 01:13:50 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Surveillance Camera Addendum

44 10/21/23 01:13:56 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Fire Prevention and Safety

45 10/21/23 01:13:58 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Fire Prevention and Safety

46 10/21/23 01:14:03 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Body of Water Addendum

47 10/21/23 01:14:04 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Body of Water Addendum

48 10/21/23 01:14:10 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez dated Virus Warning and Waiver Addendum

49 10/21/23 01:14:11 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez signed Virus Warning and Waiver Addendum

50 10/21/23 01:14:15 PM CDT Alex Enrique Guerra Rodrà Â-guez submitted signed documents

51 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Flood Disclosure Notice

52 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Flood Disclosure Notice

53 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Apartment Lease Form

54 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Lease Addendum for Additional Special Provisions

55 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Water/Wastewater Submetering Addendum

56 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Lease Addendum for Allocating Stormwater/Drainage Costs

57 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Lease Addendum for Allocating Trash Removal and Recycling Costs
DOCUMENT AUDIT CONTINUED

58 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Trash Service Addendum

59 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Trash Service Addendum

60 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Recycling Addendum

61 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Recycling Addendum

62 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Lease Addendum for Additional Services and Fees

63 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Lease Addendum for Additional Services and Fees

64 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Lease Addendum for Allocating Services and Government Fees

65 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Highmark Parking Policy Addendum

66 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Highmark Parking Policy Addendum

67 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Key and Access Device Addendum

68 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Key and Access Device Addendum

69 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Lease Addendum for Washing Machine and Dryer

70 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Renters Liability Insurance Addendum - Master Policy

71 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Renters Liability Insurance Addendum - Master Policy

72 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Community Policies Addendum

73 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Community Policies Highmark

74 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Community Policies Highmark

75 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Security Guidelines

76 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Satellite Dish or Antenna Addendum

77 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Bed Bug Addendum

78 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Bed Bug Addendum

79 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Mold Information and Prevention Addendum

80 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Package Management System Addendum

81 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Package Management System Addendum

82 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Lease Addendum for Optional Service from Spruce

83 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Lease Addendum for Optional Service from Spruce

84 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Green Living Guide for Residents

85 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Lease Addendum for Patio or Yard Maintenance

86 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Surveillance Camera Addendum

87 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Surveillance Camera Addendum

88 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Fire Prevention and Safety

89 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Fire Prevention and Safety

90 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Body of Water Addendum

91 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Body of Water Addendum

92 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga signed Virus Warning and Waiver Addendum

93 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga dated Virus Warning and Waiver Addendum

94 10/26/23 09:28:47 AM CDT Daniel Zuniga submitted signed documents

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