Owners and operators of self-storage facilities must understand the state laws regulating their rental agreements, as these differ from those that apply to residential and commercial leases. Some essential rules that self-storage facilities need to be aware of include:

• Lien Laws – Nearly all states automatically place a lien on the tenant’s property, which can be enforced to recover unpaid rent and overdue fees.
• Late Fees – Late fees are typically capped at a specific percentage of the total value of the stored property.
• Required Statements – State law may require the inclusion of specific legal statements in the self-storage lease agreement.
• Lease Termination – The notice requirements for terminating the lease often vary from those required by residential rental laws.