Document background
The Rental Lease Termination document is a crucial legal instrument used in Austria to formally end a rental agreement between landlord and tenant. It must strictly comply with Austrian tenancy law (Mietrechtsgesetz) and civil code (ABGB) requirements, including specific notice periods that vary depending on whether the property is residential or commercial. The document is used when either party wishes to end the rental relationship and must include precise details about the property, parties involved, termination date, and arrangements for property handover. It serves as legal proof of the intention to terminate and typically triggers various administrative processes such as final inspections, utility transfers, and security deposit returns. The format and content are heavily regulated by Austrian law to protect both landlord and tenant rights.
