Self storage templates
Notices, letters, checklists and policies you can copy, download and adjust with your attorney.
- Pre-lien notice templateA pre-lien notice is a written warning sent before the formal lien process. Only a few states require one by statute, so copy the template below, then check your state's rules before you send it.Updated Oct 19, 2026
- Late notice templateA late notice tells a tenant what they owe, what the late fee is and the date to pay by. Copy the template below, fill in the brackets and send it the day after your grace period ends.Updated Oct 19, 2026
- Lien notice templateA lien notice is the formal written notice that starts the clock toward a lien sale. Most states want an itemized balance, a payment deadline of at least 14 days, a description of the property and a plain statement that it may be sold.Updated Oct 19, 2026
- Rental agreement templateA self storage rental agreement sets rent, late fees, access, insurance and your lien rights. Copy the template below, set it up for your state, and have your attorney review it before a tenant signs.Updated Oct 19, 2026
- Rent increase letter templateA rent increase letter tells an existing tenant the new rate, the date it starts and how to reach you. Send it at least 30 days ahead, keep the tone friendly, and check your lease for its notice terms.Updated Oct 19, 2026
- Delinquency call scriptA good collection call is short, calm and ends with a date. Open by naming the balance, ask what happened, offer two ways to pay, confirm a date and log the call.Updated Oct 19, 2026
- Auction advertisement templateAn auction advertisement tells the public what is for sale, where and when. Most states want the tenant's name, the facility address, a general description of the goods and the time, place and terms of sale.Updated Oct 19, 2026
- Gate code policy templateA gate code policy tells tenants that each code belongs to one account, when access is cut off, what hours apply and how to replace a lost code. Copy the template below, set your hours and post it where tenants will see it.Updated Oct 19, 2026
- Facility rules sign templateA facility rules sign lists hours, prohibited items, driving rules and camera notices in short lines tenants can read at a glance. Copy the template below, trim it to fit one sign and keep it consistent with your lease.Updated Oct 19, 2026
- Move-out checklistA move-out checklist keeps both sides honest: the tenant empties and cleans the unit, and you inspect it, take the lock, settle the balance and shut off the gate code. Copy the checklist below and keep a signed copy.Updated Oct 19, 2026