Addendum To Landlord and Tenant Forms 4A and 4B – Washington DC

This addendum is designed to be attached to either Form 4A and 4B used in landlord and tenant agreements within the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, Civil Division – Landlord and Tenant Branch. The purpose of this document is to outline specific repairs that the landlord agrees to complete and to establish the tenant’s agreement to provide access for these repairs upon reasonable notice.

This guide will help you complete the Addendum To Landlord and Tenant Forms 4A and 4B accurately. This form is used in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, Civil Division – Landlord and Tenant Branch, to outline specific repairs that the landlord agrees to make, and the tenant agrees to allow access for.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Document Information

• Date: Fill in the day, month, and year when the addendum is being completed.
  • Example: “THE 15th DAY OF June, 2024.”
• Landlord (Plaintiff) and Tenant (Defendant) Information:
  • Write the names of the landlord and the tenant in the respective fields.
  • Example:
    • Landlord: “John Doe”
    • Tenant: “Jane Smith”

Addendum A – List of Repairs

• For each section, list the specific repairs needed in each area of the rental property. Fill in what needs to be fixed and who will fix it.
• Kitchen:
  1. Describe the repair and name who will fix it.
     • Example: “1. Fix leaking sink by John’s Plumbing Co.”
     • Continue for up to five repairs.

• Bathroom:
  1. Describe the repair and name who will fix it.
     • Example: “1. Replace broken tile by Home Repair Inc.”
     • Continue for up to five repairs.

• Bedrooms:
  1. Describe the repair and name who will fix it.
     • Example: “1. Patch hole in wall by ABC Contractors.”
     • Continue for up to five repairs.

• Living Room/Dining Room:
  1. Describe the repair and name who will fix it.
     • Example: “1. Repair window latch by Window Fixers Ltd.”
     • Continue for up to five repairs.

• Common Areas/Safety/Other:
  1. Describe the repair and name who will fix it.
     • Example: “1. Replace smoke detector batteries by Landlord.”
     • Continue for up to five repairs.

• Heat and Hot Water:
  1. Describe the repair and name who will fix it.
     • Example: “1. Service water heater by HVAC Services.”
     • Continue for up to three repairs.

Signatures:

• Both the landlord and tenant must sign and date the form.
  • Example:
    • Landlord Signature: ______________________________
    • Tenant Signature: ______________________________

Copies:

• Make sure that the form is completed in triplicate:
  • White copy: Court
  • Yellow copy: Defendant (Tenant)
  • Pink copy: Plaintiff (Landlord)

Tips

• Ensure that all parties agree on the repairs listed before signing.
• Clearly specify who will perform each repair to avoid any confusion.
• Keep a copy of the signed addendum for your records.

By following these steps, you can effectively complete this form ensuring that both the landlord and tenant are clear on the repairs to be made and the access required for them.