Audit Legal Risks in Short-Term Rental Host Agreements

Cost Savings

Checklist Tasks

• Check agreement for max occupancy and guest ID requirements.
• Require guest acknowledgment of local noise and building rules.
• Define check-in/out times and penalties for late departure or arrival.
• Mandate written consent for parties or large gatherings.
• Specify prompt damage reporting and cost recovery procedures.
• Include lost key/device fee clauses to prevent security issues.
• Set clear cleaning standards and pet fee details.
• Prohibit subletting or reservation transfers without approval.
• Clarify process for handling neighbor complaints and breaking rules.
• Add hold harmless and indemnification to limit host liability.
• Require guest acceptance of HOA and building rules.
• Specify legal jurisdiction and dispute resolution procedures.