STORAGE AGREEMENT
Storage License and Goods Ownership
By entering into this agreement, EZ Store Kent Ltd (EZ) licenses the client to store goods in an assigned unit, contingent on payment compliance. The client must ensure they either own or have the right to store these items and is fully responsible for the contents.
EZ’s Role and Responsibilities
EZ does not have possession or control over the goods and disclaims any role as custodian or bailee. This license does not confer a lease or tenancy for the unit.
Agreement Initiation and Duration
The agreement begins once EZ confirms order acceptance and provides access to the unit. The storage period starts from the date agreed upon during the order process and detailed on the cover sheet.
PAYMENT OBLIGATIONS
Deposit Requirement
Clients must pay a deposit upon signing, refundable within 21 days of agreement termination via electronic transfer, after deducting any unpaid fees or costs for damages, cleaning, or other breaches.
Storage Fee Payments
- The client must pay the storage fee outlined in the cover sheet, with the first payment taken on order acceptance and subsequent payments due in advance on the scheduled due date. Payments may be made by debit/credit card or direct debit.
- EZ reserves the right to charge a late fee for any delayed payments and to recover costs for collection or enforcement.
- Any applicable taxes, including VAT, must be paid by the client, alongside cleaning or repair charges if needed.
- For clients with multiple agreements, all will be consolidated under one account, and payments will be allocated at EZ’s discretion.
Late Payments and Fees
In case of late payment, EZ may apply a late fee, initiate over locking the unit, and impose additional charges for recovery efforts, such as legal fees, postal costs, and other expenses. EZ reserves the right to apply all payments first to overdue accounts. EZ may also charge an administrative fee of £20.00 after the first reminder notice and an administrative fee of £50.00 after each subsequent reminder notice.
DEFAULT, LIEN, AND DISPOSAL RIGHTS
EZ’s Right to Lien
If any payment is overdue, EZ holds a lien on the goods as security for unpaid fees and may restrict access, over lock the unit, move items, or ultimately dispose of them to recover costs. Notice will be given to the client before such actions are taken, as per Conditions 8 to 10.
Abandonment of Goods
If goods are left in the unit beyond the termination of this agreement, they may be treated as abandoned, and EZ is authorized to dispose of or sell them. Disposal or sale proceeds are applied to the client’s debt, with any surplus held for the client.
Sale and Disposal Process
EZ will notify clients via registered delivery to settle debts or retrieve goods before sale or disposal. If no response is received, EZ will initiate the disposal process, using the best reasonably available means in the open market, with proceeds applied to outstanding balances.
UNIT ACCESS AND SECURITY
Client Access
The client may access the unit during designated access hours as posted by EZ by appointment only. EZ reserves the right to alter these hours temporarily and will attempt to notify clients in advance.
Authorized Access Only
Only the client or authorized agents may access the unit. Proof of identity may be required, and EZ reserves the right to deny access if payment is overdue or for security reasons.
EZ Access Rights
EZ or its agents may enter the unit in cases of emergency, inspections, repairs, suspected breach of terms, or as required by law. Notice will be provided whenever reasonably possible.
PROHIBITED STORAGE AND CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Prohibited Goods
Clients must not store perishable goods, any living creature, combustible materials, firearms, weapons, explosives, hazardous substances, currency, or illegal items in the unit. The client assumes full liability for any breach of this condition, including responsibility for any damage, injury, or costs arising from unauthorized goods.
Unit Maintenance and Cleanliness
Clients are responsible for maintaining the unit in good condition. EZ may charge for cleaning, repairs, or disposal of refuse if the unit is left in an unsatisfactory state.
Relocation and Reassignment
EZ reserves the right to relocate the client’s goods to a different unit of equal or greater size, providing at least 14 days’ notice. EZ will bear reasonable costs of removal if it initiates the relocation.
RISK AND INSURANCE
Client’s Risk
EZ is not liable for loss or damage to stored items, and the client stores goods at their own risk. EZ excludes liability for any business losses, including consequential loss, lost profits, or business interruption.
Insurance Requirement
Clients must maintain adequate insurance for their goods at all times. EZ does not insure items stored and disclaims any liability beyond £100 in case of proven negligence.
Client Indemnity
Clients indemnify EZ for any loss or damages arising from storage, including injury, damage to property, and any breach of this agreement.
CONTRACT TERMINATION AND AMENDMENTS
Cooling-Off Period
Clients who enter into this agreement remotely are entitled to a 14-day cooling-off period to cancel, receiving a refund minus fees for storage used during that time.
Termination Notice
Either party may terminate the agreement by providing the required notice period of 14 days, with fees owed through the termination date. The unit must be vacated, and goods removed by the termination date.
Amendments to Terms and Fees
EZ reserves the right to alter terms or fees with at least 28 days’ notice. Clients may terminate the agreement without penalty before changes take effect if terms are unacceptable.
DATA PROTECTION AND NOTICES
Client Data and Privacy
EZ collects and processes client information per GDPR and will not share data without consent, except as required by law. Clients consent to data usage related to the agreement, including storage administration and payment processing.
Notice Procedures
EZ will send notifications for standard matters via email, SMS, or social media accounts if clients consent to receive notifications this way. Important changes or enforcement actions require written notice delivered by post or email.
LEGAL COMPLIANCE
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
This agreement is governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes must first be resolved through mediation, and clients agree that only they and EZ have enforceable rights under this agreement, per the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999.
Severability and Assignment
If any clause in this agreement is found to be invalid, it will not affect the enforceability of remaining terms. Clients may not assign this agreement without EZ’s consent, while EZ may transfer rights to another organization.
- If the client chooses to borrow any equipment from EZ they do so at their own risk. EZ does not accept any liability for any injury that the client may incur or to any other persons on the premises. Any equipment borrowed from EZ must be returned undamaged, failure to do so will result in a penalty of £150.00
- Customer accepts that all indications of storage units sizes are estimated and an average of a larger number of storage units. Any deviation between the actual size of a storage unit and the indicated size in the storage license gives neither party any right or entitlement to a price adjustment.
By signing this agreement, the client acknowledges understanding and acceptance of all terms, certifying that they have raised any relevant queries and received satisfactory responses from EZ.
Signed ……………………………………………………………………………..
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