This bill amends existing laws regarding self-storage facilities in Iowa, specifically addressing the use of leased spaces and the acceptance of rental agreements. It stipulates that if an occupant uses a leased space for residential purposes, they will be considered immediately in default, allowing the operator to limit access to the space to the hours when the facility's office is open. Additionally, the bill clarifies that if a written rental agreement is provided and the occupant takes possession of the space, failure to execute and return the agreement within 30 days will be deemed as acceptance of its terms.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the procedures for operators when an occupant is in default or when a rental agreement is 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 restrictions on the occupant's access to the space, again limited to office hours if 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