The Landlord Rental Agreement is a legally binding document used in New Zealand for establishing and managing residential tenancy relationships. This agreement is essential for any property owner looking to rent out residential property and must comply with the Residential Tenancies Act 1986, Healthy Homes Standards, and other relevant New Zealand legislation. The document covers crucial aspects including rent payments, bond handling, maintenance responsibilities, property access rights, and termination procedures. It should be used whenever a residential property is being leased, whether for a fixed term or periodic tenancy, and provides protection for both landlord and tenant by clearly defining their respective rights and obligations under New Zealand law.
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1. Parties: Identification of the landlord and tenant(s), including full legal names and contact details
2. Background: Brief context explaining the purpose of the agreement and property letting
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement defined for clarity
4. Property Details: Specific description of the rental property, including address and any excluded areas
5. Term of Tenancy: Whether periodic or fixed-term, start date, and if fixed-term, the end date
6. Rent and Bond: Rent amount, payment frequency, payment method, bond amount, and handling
7. Utilities and Outgoings: Responsibilities for utilities, internet, and other service payments
8. Tenant Obligations: Standard responsibilities of the tenant including maintenance, reporting damages, and proper use of premises
9. Landlord Obligations: Standard responsibilities of the landlord including maintenance, repairs, and compliance with healthy homes standards
10. Maintenance and Repairs: Process for reporting and handling repairs, maintenance responsibilities
11. Access and Inspections: Rules for landlord access to the property and regular inspection arrangements
12. Insurance: Insurance requirements and responsibilities for both parties
13. Default and Remedies: Consequences of breaching the agreement and resolution processes
14. Termination: Conditions and process for ending the tenancy
1. Pets: Include when pets are allowed, specifying conditions and additional requirements
2. Body Corporate Rules: Include for apartments or units subject to body corporate governance
3. Subletting and Assignment: Include if subletting or assignment is to be permitted under specific conditions
4. Special Conditions: Include for any property-specific rules or agreed variations to standard terms
5. Furniture and Chattels: Include if the property is fully or partially furnished
6. Lawn and Garden Maintenance: Include for properties with gardens or outdoor areas requiring maintenance
7. Parking: Include if specific parking arrangements or restrictions apply
8. Swimming Pool/Spa: Include if property includes pool or spa facilities requiring specific maintenance
1. Schedule 1: Property Inventory: Detailed list of furniture, appliances, and chattels included with the property
2. Schedule 2: Property Condition Report: Detailed description of property condition at start of tenancy with photos
3. Schedule 3: Healthy Homes Standards Compliance: Details of property's compliance with healthy homes standards
4. Schedule 4: Body Corporate Rules: If applicable, copy of body corporate rules
5. Schedule 5: Outgoings Schedule: Detailed breakdown of any additional charges or outgoings
6. Appendix A: Required Insurance Details: Specific insurance requirements and coverage details
7. Appendix B: Maintenance Guidelines: Detailed maintenance responsibilities and procedures
8. Appendix C: Emergency Procedures: Emergency contact information and procedures
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