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Frequently Asked Questions
What costs are involved upon the conclusion of a lease agreement?
What happens to improvements made by the tenant on the property?
Who pays the insurance on the premises?
Who pays for the repairs of damages to the property?
Can the owner increase the monthly rental amount whenever it suits him?
May the tenant paint the walls and make any holes into the wall?
How many people are allowed to occupy the property?
Is the tenant allowed to sublet?
What costs are involved upon the conclusion of a lease agreement?
A deposit equal to one month’s rent in advance with a R300.00 key deposit. First month's rent a well as an administrative fee not exceeding R800.00.
What happens to improvements made by the tenant on the property?
Depending on the improvements made, no fixtures may be removed from the property when the tenant vacates the property. However, the tenant and the owner may negotiate on the possible removal of larger improvements made by the tenant.
Who pays the insurance on the premises?
The owner pays insurance on the structure of the property. The body corporate of the complex will also have insurance on the structure.
Who pays for the repair of damages to the property?
If the quarterly inspection indicates any damages are due to the negligence of the tenant, the tenant is responsible for the cost of repairs on such damages. The tenant will have to obtain two quotes for the repairs of the damage, and will also be liable for the payment of the labour costs of these repairs. Alternatively, the deposit will be forfeited and will be used to cover the cost of such repairs.
Can the owner increase the monthly rental amount whenever it suits him?
No. The monthly rental will only increase by a fixed percentage annually as stipulated in the lease agreement. Any other increases can only take place after a two months' written notice period to the tenant.
When will the contract lapse?
The contract will lapse on the last day of the lease period as agreed upon in the lease agreement. The contract will also be cancelled after a two months' written notice from the tenant stating that he / she wishes to cancel the contract when the lease period expires.
May the tenant paint the walls and make any holes in the walls?
No. The tenant is not allowed to paint the walls, or make any kind of holes or knock nails into the walls.
How many people are allowed to occupy the property?
Depending on the lease agreement, two (2) beds equate to a maximum of four (4) persons, three (3) beds = max six (6) persons.
Is the tenant allowed to sublet?
No, subletting is prohibited. No part of the property being a room, wendy house or even outside room may be sublet by the tenant, unless agreed to by the owner in writing. Please consult your lease agreement.
