What are a landlord's legal obligations?

November 3, 2011 MyHome by MyHome
What are a landlord's legal obligations?

 
Landlords must comply with the terms of the Residential Tenancies Act 2004
Under the act landlords are obliged to:

  • Register with the PRTB within 30 days of commencement of the tenancy
  • Provide tenants with 28 days notice of a rent review
  • Repair and maintain the premises to the standard that it was originally let at
  • Give the tenants peaceful and exclusive occupation
  • Provide the tenant with a contact address and telephone number
  • Ensure that tenants comply with their obligations particularly with regard to anti-social behaviour
  • Serve tenants with a valid Notice of Termination

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