Measures of Shanghai Municipality on Housing Lease

Shanghai's housing lease measures stipulate specific terms on housing lease contract, rent payment, lease insurance, property services and so on. And strengthen the protection of tenants and lessors.

The Measures of Shanghai Municipality on Housing Leasing came into effect on May 1 2065438, aiming at standardizing the housing leasing market order and protecting the legitimate rights and interests of lessees and lessors. According to the provisions of this method, the housing lease contract should clearly stipulate the lease term, the payment method of rent, the content and cost of property services, the delivery and return of houses, lease insurance and other specific terms. At the same time, the lessor must provide true, complete and accurate housing information. Regarding the payment of rent, according to the provisions of this method, the payment of rent can be made by bank transfer, check, cash, etc. The lessor shall not ask for a one-time payment of the rent or pay the rent more than one month in advance, and the lessee shall also have the right to refuse unreasonable requests for rent increase. In addition, the measures also stipulate the rights and obligations between the lessor and the lessee, as well as the punishment measures for illegal acts. For example, the lessor will face penalties such as fines if he enters the leased house without authorization or changes the structure or use without authorization.

If there is a dispute, how can I safeguard my legitimate rights and interests? If there is a dispute in the process of renting a house, it can be settled through consultation first. If negotiation fails, you can bring a lawsuit to the local real estate management department, consumer association or judicial organ to safeguard your legitimate rights and interests.

The promulgation of "Shanghai Housing Leasing Measures" has strengthened the regulation and supervision of the housing leasing market and protected the legitimate rights and interests of lessees and lessors. In the process of house leasing, both parties should be honest and trustworthy, and maintain the normal order of the leasing market. If there are contradictions and disputes, they can be resolved through consultation or judicial channels.

Legal basis:

Article 19 of the Measures of Shanghai Municipality on Housing Leasing: The lessor and the lessee shall perform the housing leasing contract and maintain the order of the leasing market, and shall not commit any of the following acts: (5) Changing the building structure and use or adding new facilities and equipment without authorization.