Tag: residential tenancies act
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Residential lettings: what are the obligations of landlords and tenants?
The obligations of landlords and tenants, and the statutory basis for the Private Residential Tenancies Board which deals with disputes, are set out in the Residential Tenancies Act 2004. The obligations of landlords are set out in section 12 of the Residential Tenancies act 2004: Obligations of landlords. 12.—(1) In addition to the obligations arising…
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The Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Act 2019-Key Changes
The Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Act 2019 has made some significant changes in respect of residential lettings/tenancies. Let’s take a look at them: Termination of tenancy-notice periods Duration of tenancy Notice period from 4th June 2019 Less than 6 months 28 days 6 months to 1 year 90 days 1 year to 2 years 120 days…
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The Different Types of Tenancies and Leases in Irish Law
Tenancies or leases fall into two broad categories: A tenancy for a fixed term A tenancy from year to year or other period of time. Fixed Term Tenancies A tenancy can be created for any fixed term of any duration. Once the fixed term is arrived at the interest of the tenant in the property…
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Termination of Commercial Leases and the Right to a New Lease-the Essentials
Are you a landlord or tenant of a commercial lease? Do you want to terminate a commercial letting agreement? Or perhaps you want to lawfully lay claim to a new lease? This piece aims to give you a good handle on what’s involved. Termination of a Commercial Letting Agreement The most common ways to terminate…