The Student Housing Lease Agreement is essential for formalizing residential arrangements between property owners and student tenants in Malta. This document is specifically designed to comply with Malta's Private Residential Leases Act and related regulations governing student accommodation. It should be used whenever a property owner or management company is letting accommodation to students enrolled in recognized educational institutions in Malta. The agreement includes crucial provisions for academic term-aligned tenancy periods, maintenance responsibilities, security deposits, and specific requirements for student housing under Maltese law. It incorporates necessary protections for both landlords and student tenants while ensuring compliance with local housing regulations and educational institution requirements.

1. Parties: Identification of the Landlord and Student Tenant, including full legal names, identification numbers, and contact details

2. Background: Brief context explaining the purpose of the agreement for student accommodation

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Property', 'Term', 'Rent', 'Academic Year', etc.

4. Property Details: Detailed description of the leased property, including address and any included furnishings

5. Term and Duration: Specify the length of the lease, start and end dates, aligned with academic terms

6. Rent and Payment Terms: Amount of rent, payment schedule, method of payment, and late payment consequences

7. Deposit: Amount of security deposit, terms for holding and return, conditions for deductions

8. Utilities and Services: Responsibility for utility payments, included services, and billing arrangements

9. Tenant Obligations: Student tenant's responsibilities including maintenance, conduct, and academic status requirements

10. Landlord Obligations: Landlord's responsibilities including maintenance, repairs, and property access

11. House Rules: Specific rules regarding noise, guests, smoking, pets, and other behavioral expectations

12. Maintenance and Repairs: Procedures for reporting and handling maintenance issues and repairs

13. Access and Inspection: Conditions under which landlord may access the property

14. Termination: Grounds and procedures for early termination by either party

15. Governing Law: Confirmation that the agreement is governed by Maltese law

16. Signing: Execution clause and space for signatures