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Is the landlord obligated to rehouse tenants?
There are times when a private rental property becomes partially or entirely uninhabitable, for example, due to defects or because the landlord wants to make improvements. In such situations, tenants often approach landlords with demands for rehousing. But is the landlord legally obligated to rehouse the tenant during the period of defect or improvement work? This article will shed light on this issue
Can you rent out individual rooms in residential apartments?
In a response to the housing committee, the minister of social affairs and housing addressed the issues that can arise when renting out individual rooms in a residential apartment instead of renting out the entire apartment. Here is an overview of the main issues.
Can you complain about the rent?
Do you suspect that your rent is too high? Don’t worry; help is available. In Denmark, there are strict rules governing how landlords can set the rent, but many still charge too much. In fact, studies show that more than 33% of tenants in Denmark pay too much in rent. If your landlord refuses to lower the rent, you can file a complaint with the Rent Tribunal.
New decision: Landlord forfeits move-out claim of over DKK 46,400
This case highlights the importance of tenants being aware of the content of the move-out report and the necessary information presented by the landlord. If the report is insufficient, the landlord risks losing their claim, even if the renovation costs are legitimate due to the tenant’s failure to maintain the property or even caused damages. According to the tenancy law, the landlord completely loses their claim for renovation costs if the rules on time limits for move-out inspections are not followed.
Rules for landlord’s settlement of deposit upon move-out in Denmark
Moving out of a rental property in Denmark requires both tenants and landlords to be aware of the relevant deadlines for reporting damages and deficiencies. These deadlines vary depending on whether the landlord is an individual renting out a single residential unit or a property management company overseeing multiple rental properties. In this article, we will explore the specific timeframes and provide clarity on essential points so that tenants can protect their rights.
Success story: tenant reduces rent by 2,150 DKK
A tenant from Odense C contacted BOLANDO in September 2019 because she believed she was paying too much in rent. In addition to the rent, the landlord had promised the tenant to build a balcony. Despite the tenant’s repeated objections, the landlord never built the balcony.
Do you pay too much in rent?
In Denmark there are rules for how much a landlord can take in rent. Yet there are more than 100,000 tenants who pay too much in rent. Sometimes by the landlord himself, the rent is fixed too high. This is because the rules for rent setting are complex and difficult to understand.
How do I get my deposit back?
Many tenants often have trouble getting their deposit back when they vacate a property. In legislation, there are special rules that the landlord must comply with. If the rules are not complied with, the landlord may forfeit the right to withhold your deposit. In this article you can read about what the deposit is and how to get it back.
10 good tips on moving house
Never pay the deposit and prepaid rent until the rental contract is signed. Without a signed lease, you have no proof that an agreement has been made for the rental of the dwelling. Often, many tenants experience that they are deceived by fake landlords, whose only aim is to cheat tenants. Therefore, you should also be aware of the fact that this is a fraud. Of course, it can be difficult to figure it out, but use your common sense. If you are required to pay before a lease is signed, you must be vigilant.