If you rent your home
The most common disputes concern the tenant being given notice to leave their apartment. The reasons most often given are disturbances, neglect and unpaid bills. Another common dispute is when you are unable to keep your apartment following a separation or when a loved one has passed away.
In the case of disturbances and neglect, it is important that the tenant addresses the failings highlighted by the landlord as soon as possible. If the landlord considers the failings to be so serious that the lease is terminated, the matter can be examined by the regional rent tribunal and in court.
If the tenant is late with the rent, the landlord may give notice on the lease but must inform the tenant at the same time that they can keep the apartment if they pay the rent within three weeks. If the tenant pays within that time, the lease cannot be terminated. If the tenant is late with the rent on several occasions, the lease can still be terminated.
Unless otherwise agreed, the tenant shall have three months to move out following notice of termination. If the tenant does not move out, the landlord must apply for examination by the regional rent tribunal within one month.
The tenant may not sublet an apartment without the permission of the landlord. If the landlord does not allow the apartment to be sublet, the tenant can apply for permission from the regional rent tribunal. Remember not to rent out your apartment without inspecting it first.
Our lawyers can represent you in disputes with your landlord. If no agreement can be reached, we will take your case to the regional rent tribunal and the courts.
