House Bill No. 2390 amends the Self-Service Storage Facility Lien Act by updating provisions related to rental agreements and the handling of personal property left in storage units. The bill allows rental agreements to be delivered and accepted electronically, and it establishes that continued payment of rent will be considered acceptance of the rental agreement if the occupant fails to sign it within thirty days of receiving it. Additionally, the bill clarifies the timeline for taking possession of a storage unit and the disposal or sale of property, as well as the notice requirements that must be followed by facility owners.
The bill also modifies the language regarding the handling of personal property left in storage units after the rental agreement ends. It specifies that if an occupant leaves property in the facility for thirty days or longer, the owner may take possession and dispose of the property if it is deemed to have no value. If the property has value, the owner must provide written notice to the occupant before disposal, which can be done via certified or verified mail. The bill aims to streamline processes for both storage facility owners and occupants while ensuring clear communication and legal compliance. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2025.