This bill amends existing laws regarding self-storage facilities in Iowa, specifically addressing the use of leased spaces and the conditions under which an occupant may be considered in default. It stipulates that an occupant using a leased space for residential purposes will be deemed immediately in default, allowing the operator to restrict access to the space to the hours when the facility's office is open. Additionally, the bill clarifies that if a person takes possession of a leased space and fails to execute a written rental agreement within 30 days, they are considered to have accepted the terms of that agreement.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the procedures for notifying occupants in default or those whose rental agreements are not renewed. Operators are required to provide written or electronic notice to the occupant, allowing them 15 days to remove their personal property from the leased space. During this period, operators may impose reasonable restrictions on the occupant's access to the space, including limiting access to office hours, as specified in the rental agreement. Any personal property left in the space after this period will be subject to lien as per existing laws.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 578A.3, 578A.6