Rental Agreement
This agreement is made as of the Storage Rental “Start Date” indicated below, between:
White Rock Storage Ltd.*
1750 176 Street
Surrey, BC,
”the Service Provider” and “the Client”, as indicated below.
*please note, this covers both White Rock & Langley Storage Yards
TERMS: Both parties agree as follows:
BOOKING
The Client acknowledges that all details submitted at the time of booking will be considered final. Any changes to the Vehicle Type or Length must be submitted within 24 hours of the Start Date. The Client agrees that the credit card they provide at the time of booking has sufficient funds to cover the monthly storage rental, as well as any additional fees.
TERM
The Client agrees to lease the Storage Space for only the Vehicle as described above for a minimum of 4 months beginning on the Start Date above. After the Initial Period of 4 months, the Client is eligible to rent on a month-to-month basis. This Storage Rental Agreement shall remain in full effect until cancelled by either party.
RENT & FEES
The Client provides their consent for the Service Provider to automatically charge their credit card the Monthly Rate, as well as any additional fees. The Client agrees to be held solely responsible for any damages to the Storage Space beyond normal wear and tear, as defined by law. Should damage beyond wear and tear be discovered, the Client agrees to pay for such damages prior to retrieving their Vehicle. The Client shall be charged on the first of each month, prorated for the start and end of their rental period. In the event that the Service Provider does not receive payment for a given month within 15 days following the payment due date, the Client will be charged an additional late fee of $50.00 per month. In the event of a returned check, the Client will be charged an additional $45 returned check fee. The Service Provider shall provide a receipt of payment to the Client no later than 5 days from each transaction.
USE OF PREMISES
The Client shall use the Storage Space for purposes relating to the storage of the Vehicle only; in addition, the Client will not store live animals, perishable goods, hazardous materials, weapons, or items belonging to anyone other than the Client inside the premises. The Client shall provide proof of insurance for the Vehicle and a valid Driver’s License. The Client shall not use the Storage Space as a dwelling, place of business, or for any purpose other than storage of the Vehicle. The Client shall not store anything outside of the designated Storage Space provided, for the dimensions and description of the Vehicle as outlined above. Illegal activities and illegal items are prohibited on the premises at all times.
ACCESS
To access the Storage Space, the Client must request by text message ONLY to (604) 349-9968 24 hours in advance. Phone calls or voicemails WILL NOT BE RETURNED. The Client agrees that they may not be guaranteed access to the Storage Space without confirmation prior to arrival. Access times are between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm Monday through Sunday. No access will be available from 7:00 pm until 7:00 am.
TERMINATION
In entering this agreement, the Client acknowledges their commitment to a minimum 4-month rental period (“Initial Period”). Should the Client wish to terminate this Agreement earlier than the Initial Period, the Client agrees that the Service Provider may charge the credit card provided with the remaining balance on the Initial Period fees. The Client acknowledges that the Service Provider retains the right to cancel this Agreement at any time during or after the Initial Period, with 10 days’ notice provided to the Client. The Service Provider may terminate the Agreement immediately after 60 days of late payment, after which time the Vehicle may be subject to towing and additional charges. Should the Client wish to terminate this Agreement after the Initial Period, written notification must be provided by email or in person with 45 days’ notice. Any prepaid fees will be returned pro-rated upon final removal of the Vehicle.
TAKING OWNERSHIP OF ABANDONED VEHICLE/EQUIPMENT
If the Client fails to make payments for a period exceeding 60 days past the due date, the Service Provider reserves the right to deem the stored Vehicle or equipment as abandoned. The Client will receive a written notice of delinquency, and if the balance is not settled within 30 days of this notice, the Service Provider may initiate the process to take ownership of the abandoned Vehicle or equipment. The Client agrees that the Service Provider may sell, auction, or otherwise dispose of the Vehicle or equipment to recover any outstanding fees, costs, or damages. Proceeds from the sale will first be applied to any outstanding balance, with any excess funds being returned to the Client, if contactable.
PERSONAL PROPERTY RIGHTS & TOWING
Any property inside the Vehicle is the sole responsibility of the Client. The Service Provider does not assume or imply any responsibility for the Client’s property at any time. Upon termination of this Agreement, the Client shall have 15 days to remove all property from the Storage Space, after which time any property remaining in the Storage Space shall become the property of the Service Provider. The Client agrees to waive all property rights to any items left behind after this time. The Client agrees to their responsibility for any towing costs or additional rent costs incurred upon the failure to remove any property 15 days after agreement termination or 60+ days late payment.
LIABILITIES & INDEMNITIES
The Client agrees with the Service Provider to indemnify and save harmless the Service Provider in its capacity as a service provider from and against any and all liabilities, claims, damages, costs, losses, suits, or actions of any nature whatsoever resulting from or arising out of storage, pick up, drop off, or any action during the period which the Vehicle is stored within the Storage Space. The Service Provider is not liable for any damages that may incur from items stored within the Storage Space. The Client acknowledges that any damage caused by inclement weather upon the Vehicle or items within the Vehicle that result from improper sealing of the Vehicle is the sole responsibility of the Client. The Client acknowledges that there will be no active security patrol at the Storage Space, and any property will be stored at the Client’s sole risk and liability. The obligations of the parties under indemnities contained in this agreement shall survive the expiration or any termination of this agreement.
MAINTENANCE
Should periodic maintenance or repairs prove necessary, the Client agrees to notify the Service Provider 48 hours prior to making such repairs. Any maintenance or towing fees required shall be the Client’s sole responsibility.
GOVERNING LAW
This agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the Client hereby submits to the jurisdiction of any court of competent jurisdiction of such Province in any action or proceeding whatsoever by the Landlord to enforce such rights hereunder.
AMENDMENT
This agreement may not be amended, redacted, or otherwise altered except through a written amendment signed by both parties.
SEVERABILITY
Any article of this agreement deemed unenforceable, illegal, or unfair by a court of law shall be replaced by an acceptable article accomplishing the same basic goal of protecting both parties and their rights as they relate to this agreement.