Policies

ABANDONMENT (Updated 10/08/21)

Any personal property that remains within the storage facility after the expiration or termination of the Lease shall be deemed to have been abandoned and that the same has no monetary value. Such personal property may be retained by the Landlord as their property or disposed of in such manner as the Landlord sees fit.
Any personal property that remains in a unit without a lock may be deemed abandoned at the Landlord’s sole discretion. Such personal property may be sold and Landlord may receive and retain the proceeds of such sale and apply the same against the expenses of the sale, the cost of moving and storage, and any arrears of rent, additional rent payable, and any damages. If the Landlord deems the personal property to have no saleable value, the Landlord may dispose of the personal property at the Tenant’s expense.

ACCESS (Updated 01/25/21)

The Landlord has the right to enter the property after giving 24 hours’ notice.
The Landlord may enter the property without 24 hours’ notice in the event of an urgent maintenance concern.

ALTERATIONS (Updated 01/25/21)

The Tenant is not permitted to make any alteration to the property.

AMENDMENTS (Updated 01/25/21)

Amendments must be in writing and signed by all parties.

ANTS (Updated 11/02/21)

The Landlord will not treat for ants.
The Landlord recommends Terro Liquid Ant Baits as the preferred over-the-counter treatment for most common household ants. This is available at most retailers such as Lowe’s, Walmart, Tractor Supply, etc. Please read and follow all manufacturer’s directions and precautions.

BEES (Updated 01/25/21)

The Landlord will remove a bees’ nest if it is larger than a tennis ball and it is located on the building.
The Landlord will treat for bees that are on the grounds including yard, landscaping, or trees.

CLEANING (Updated 01/25/21)

The Tenant must return the unit in “broom clean” condition after unit is vacated.

CONTAINER UNITS (Updated 03/25/24)

A certain combination of temperature fluctuation and humidity may cause condensation to form on the inside of the roof and walls of the container. Desiccants significantly reduce this issue.

DAMAGES (Updated 01/25/21)

The Tenant shall pay for all damages to the property above normal wear and tear.
The Tenant shall pay any costs incurred by the Landlord due to the Tenant’s acts or omissions.

DEFAULT (Updated 01/25/21)

The Landlord will notify the Tenant of any default in the Lease.
If the Tenant fails to cure any default within 15 days of receiving notice, the Landlord has the right to regain possession of the unit and its contents.
The Tenant shall pay all court costs and reasonable attorney’s fees incurred by the Landlord if legal action is brought on due to the Tenant’s default of the Lease.

ELECTRICITY (Updated 10/08/21)

Any electrical outlet or device located with the storage facility is for the Landlord’s use only.

ELECTRONIC TRANSACTION (Updated 01/25/21)

The Landlord and the Tenant agree to conduct transactions by electronic means per the federal Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Ace (15 USC § 7001, et seq.) and Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (Ohio Revised Code § 1306.01, et seq.)
A party’s execution or delivery of the Lease or any other document relating to the transactions to consummated under the Lease, may be evidenced and effected by electronic transmission, including email.
Any electronic signature or acceptance of any party to the Lease constitutes a legal, valid, and binding execution by such party.
All notices and communications under the Lease must be sent via email to the other party at the party’s designated email address, as may be updated from time to time.
The Landlord’s designated email address is I80StorageLLC@GMail.com.

FEE SCHEDULE (Updated 01/10/22)

Advertising fee is $50.00. This fee applies when a public advertisement is placed.
Auction fee is $70.00. This fee applies when a storage auction is consummated.
Cleaning fee is $15.00. This fee applies when a vacated unit is not left in “broom clean” condition.
Late fee is $20.00. This fee applies when rent is 24 days past due.
Notice fee is $10.00. This fee applies when a notice is sent by 1st class mail with certificate of mailing.
NSF fee is $10.00. This fee applies when a card transaction is returned for non-sufficient funds.
Overlock fee is $15.00. This fee applies when the Landlord applies an overlock to a unit.

HOLDING OVER (Updated 01/25/21)

Holding over is when the Tenant retains possession of the premises after the lease term has expired without permission of the Landlord.
A penalty equal to two times the daily rental rate (monthly rental rate divided by the number of days in the month) times the number of days the property is held over will be assessed to the Tenant.
The existence of this holding over penalty does not in any way grant permission by the Landlord for the Tenant to hold over the property for a fee.

I-80 STORAGE, LLC (Updated 01/25/21)

I-80 Storage, LLC is an Ohio limited liability company.
The employer identification number is 82-1902670.
Jonathan Epling is a member and can act on behalf of the entity.
Lucien Pruszynski is a member and can act on behalf of the entity.

INDEMNIFICATION (Updated 01/25/21)

The Tenant agrees to indemnify the Landlord and hold it harmless from any loss, damage, expense, or claim arising out of or caused by the Tenant’s acts or omissions.
The Tenant expressly releases the Landlord from any and all liability or loss or damage to the Tenant’s property or effects arising out of fire, casualty, theft, or other cause.

INSURANCE (Updated 01/25/21)

The Tenant stores property at the Tenant’s sole risk, as the Landlord is not liable for the Tenant’s property.
The Tenant is not required, but is encouraged, to purchase and keep effective during the tenancy a policy of renters insurance. A renters insurance policy insures the Tenant’s personal property. This policy should include casualty insurance in the event of damage by fire, casualty, theft, or other causes.
The Landlord may carry insurance against loss or damage to the unit, its contents, and other improvements situated on the premises for the Landlord’s sole benefit. The Tenant waives any right of its subrogation against the Landlord.

LIEN (Updated 01/25/21)

The Landlord holds a lien on the personal property of the Tenant in order to secure obligations under the Lease pursuant to Chapter 5322 of the Ohio Revised Code.
The Landlord’s lien attaches as of the date the personal property is brought to the property.
The Landlord’s lien is for the rent, labor, and other charges in relation to the personal property that have become due as well as the expenses necessary for the preservation of the personal property.
The Landlord’s lien applies only when the Tenant is in default of the Lease.

LIFETIME FIXED RENTAL RATE (Updated 03/30/21)

A tenant may opt at any time to enroll in the lifetime fixed rental rate.
$5.00 per month will be added to the current monthly rental amount.
So long as the tenant is not in default of the lease, the new rental rate will be fixed for the tenant’s lifetime.
The lifetime fixed rental rate will be extended for up to twelve months after a tenant’s death, should the tenant’s estate desire to continue to lease the storage unit.

LOCKING A UNIT (Updated 10/26/21)

Each unit is equipped to allow two locks. One space is for the Tenant’s use and the second is reserved for the Landlord’s use.
If the Tenant places a second lock in the space reserved for the Landlord, the Landlord may remove and dispose of said lock. The Tenant will not be compensated for the lock and will be subject to a lock removal fee.
The Tenant, at their sole discretion, will purchase, install, and maintain a lock deemed adequate to secure the unit.
The Tenant will keep their storage unit locked at all times during the term of the lease when they are not at the unit.

MICE (Updated 11/02/21)

Sanitation: A) Mice can survive in very small areas with limited amounts of food and shelter. Although good sanitation will seldom eliminate mice, poor sanitation is sure to attract them and will permit them to thrive in greater numbers. B) Good sanitation will reduce food and shelter for mice and in turn make baits and traps more effective. C) Pay particular attention to eliminating places where mice can find shelter. If they have few places to rest, hide, or build nests and rear young, they cannot survive in large numbers.
Traps: A) Trapping is an effective control method. When only a few mice are present in a building, it is usually the preferred control method. Trapping has several advantages: (1) it does not rely on inherently hazardous poisons, (2) it permits the user to make sure that the mouse has been killed, and (3) it allows for disposal of the mouse carcasses, thereby avoiding dead mouse odors that may occur when poisoning is done within buildings. B) The simple, inexpensive wood-based snap trap is effective and can be purchased in most hardware and grocery stores. Bait traps with peanut butter, chocolate candy, dried fruit, or a small piece of bacon tied securely to the trigger. Set them so that the trigger is sensitive and will spring easily. Multiple-capture live traps, which can capture several mice once set, are also available in some hardware and feed stores. Set traps close to walls, behind objects, in dark corners, and in places where evidence of mouse activity is seen. Place them so that mice will pass directly over the triggers as they follow the natural course of travel, usually close to a wall. Use enough traps to eliminate the rodents quickly. Using too few traps is a common error by individuals attempting to control mice. Mice seldom venture far from their shelter and food supply, so place traps no more than 10 feet apart in areas where mice are active. Leaving traps unset until the bait has been taken at least once often increases the success of trapping. C) An alternative to traps are glue boards, which catch and hold mice attempting to cross them in much the same way flypaper catches flies. Place glue boards along walls where mice travel. Two or three glue boards placed side-by-side will be more effective than individual boards. Do not use them where children, pets, or desirable wildlife can contact them. Glue boards can be placed inside tamper-resistant bait boxes in exposed locations. Glue boards lose their effectiveness in dusty areas unless covered and extremes of temperature also may affect the tackiness of the glue. Glue boards are sometimes used to catch a mouse that is wary of snap traps.
Poison Baits: A) Poison baits, or rodenticides, are poisons that kill rodents.
Landlord Responsibilities: A) Keep all common areas in a safe and sanitary condition.
Tenant Responsibilities: A) Keep that part of the premises that the Tenant occupies and uses safe and sanitary. B) Dispose of all rubbish, garbage, and other waste in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner off site.

NOISE (Updated 01/25/21)

The Tenant agrees to maintain a noise level that is not disturbing to any occupants of the building, neighbors, or the Landlord. This includes noise created by yelling, radio/stereo, pets, etc.

OUTSIDE APPEARANCE (Updated 01/25/21)

The Landlord desires a neat and orderly exterior appearance.
Absolutely no items are permitted outside of the storage unit.
The Landlord may dispose of any items outside of the storage unit. The Tenant will not be compensated for items disposed.

OVERLOCKING A UNIT (Updated 10/08/21)

The Landlord may overlock any unit if the Tenant fails to pay rent within 9 days of the due date.
The Landlord shall notify the Tenant once the unit is overlocked.

PARKING (Updated 02/07/25)

No overnight parking is permitted outside of the storage unit.
Designated leased parking spaces are to be used for parking a vehicle only. Any item not physically attached to the vehicle may be disposed of by the Landlord with no compensation due to the Tenant.

PAYMENT APPLICATIONS (Updated 01/25/21)

The Landlord will apply payments first to fees, second to damages, third to reimbursable expenses, and lastly to rent.
If there are multiple invoices within a category, the Landlord will apply payments beginning with the oldest invoice.

PAYMENT METHODS (Updated 01/25/21)

The Landlord requires that the Tenant keep on file an active credit or debit card for payment of sums due under the Lease.

PREPAYMENT DISCOUNTS (Updated 01/25/21)

If rent is paid in advance by 12 months, a credit memo will be issued equal to one-half of one month’s rent.
If rent is paid in advance by 18 months, a credit memo will be issued equal to one month’s rent.
If rent is paid in advance by 24 months, a credit memo will be issued equal to two months’ rent.
If the Lease is terminated prior to utilizing all of the advance payments, the Tenant will be reimbursed for any unused payments and any credit memo issued will be reversed.

PROHIBITED USES (Updated 01/25/21)

The unit is not permitted to be used to store animal carcasses in a unit.
The unit is not permitted to be used to store flammable chemicals, explosives, or other hazardous materials.
The unit is not permitted to be used to store anything that is in violation with applicable fire regulations.
The unit is not permitted to be used to store anything that is in violation with applicable zoning regulations.
The unit is not permitted to be used for any human or animal occupancy.
The unit is not permitted to be used for the operation of any business.

REFERRAL BONUS (Updated 03/30/21)

A tenant that refers a new customer that signs a lease for a storage unit shall receive a referral bonus credit in the amount of one month’s rent of the newly leased unit.

SIGNAGE (Updated 01/25/21)

Absolutely no sign of any type is permitted to be installed outside of the storage unit.

SPACE SIZE (Updated 10/08/21)

The advertised space sizes are approximate and for comparison purposes only. The size of an actual unit may be smaller or larger than advertised. The space is not rented by the square foot and rent is not based on square foot measurements.

SUBLET (Updated 01/25/21)

The Tenant may not sublet the unit or otherwise assign the Lease.

WAIVERS (Updated 01/25/21)

Waivers must be in writing and signed by only the Landlord.
No failure or delay by the Landlord to enforce any provision of the Lease is a waiver of the provision.