Roommate Agreement Template for Germany

1. Parties: Identification of all roommates with full legal names, birth dates, and current contact information

2. Background: Brief context about the shared living arrangement, reference to the master lease if applicable, and the purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Clear definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Common Areas', 'Private Spaces', 'Utilities', etc.

4. Term of Agreement: Duration of the agreement, start date, and conditions for renewal or termination

5. Rent and Financial Obligations: Breakdown of rent shares, payment methods, due dates, and handling of security deposits

6. Room Allocation: Specific assignment of private rooms/spaces to each roommate

7. Common Areas Usage: Rules for use and maintenance of shared spaces like kitchen, bathroom, living room

8. Utilities and Shared Expenses: Division of utility costs, internet, and other shared expenses

9. Cleaning and Maintenance: Schedule and responsibilities for cleaning common areas and maintaining the living space

10. Quiet Hours and Guests: Agreed-upon quiet hours and policies regarding visitors and overnight guests

11. Security and Keys: Management of keys, security measures, and access to the property

12. Notice Requirements: Required notice periods for various situations (moving out, extended absence, etc.)

13. Dispute Resolution: Process for addressing conflicts between roommates

14. Governing Law: Statement confirming the agreement is governed by German law

1. Schedule A - Cleaning Rota: Detailed weekly/monthly cleaning schedule for common areas

2. Schedule B - Utility Accounts: List of all utility accounts, account numbers, and payment responsibilities

3. Schedule C - Inventory List: Detailed inventory of shared items and their condition at agreement start

4. Schedule D - House Rules: Specific house rules agreed upon by all roommates

5. Schedule E - Contact Information: Detailed contact information for all roommates and emergency contacts

6. Appendix 1 - Floor Plan: Floor plan showing room allocation and common areas

7. Appendix 2 - Master Lease Reference: Key terms from the master lease that affect the roommate agreement

8. Appendix 3 - Payment Records Template: Template for tracking shared expenses and payments