Rental Terms Summary

This page provides a plain-language summary of common rental terms and tenant responsibilities at Raaj Illam. It is intended for convenience only.

Rental Term

• The rental term is governed by the signed agreement for the specific unit.
• The premises are to be used for residential purposes only.
• Lease dates and duration may differ by unit and should be checked in the signed agreement.

Rent, Maintenance, and Deposit

• Monthly rent, maintenance, and deposit amounts are unit-specific and are listed in the signed agreement.
• Rent and applicable maintenance charges are generally payable on or before the 1st day of each calendar month.
• A short grace period may apply as stated in the signed agreement.
• Late payment may result in late fees or other consequences as provided in the signed agreement.
• Security deposit refund is subject to rent, maintenance, utilities, inspection, damages, missing items, and other dues.
• Rent should not be adjusted against the deposit unless expressly agreed by the landlord.

Renewal and Escalation

• Renewal is by mutual consent between landlord and tenant.
• Rent may be revised at renewal based on the signed agreement and prevailing market conditions.
• Maintenance charges may be revised periodically as communicated by the landlord.

Lock-In, Notice, and Termination

• Lock-in period, notice period, and early termination terms are governed by the signed agreement.
• If termination occurs within a lock-in period, notice requirements and penalties may apply.
• After renewal, either party may terminate according to the notice period stated in the signed agreement.
• Failure to pay rent or violation of agreement terms may be treated as default.
• Failure to vacate after termination may result in additional occupation charges as stated in the agreement.

Move-In, Move-Out, Inspection, and Deposit Refund

• Rent may be charged on a full-month basis unless otherwise agreed.
• The premises should be returned in clean and good condition, subject to normal wear and tear.
• A pre-move-out inspection may be conducted before vacating.
• A post-move-out inspection may be conducted after handover.
• Inspection findings may be used to identify cleaning, repair, restoration, or missing-item costs.
• Keys, access devices, and security items must be returned at handover.
• Pending or estimated utility charges may be withheld until final bills are received.
• Deposit refund timing and deductions are governed by the signed agreement.

Maintenance and Repairs

• Tenants are responsible for routine repairs, minor maintenance, cleaning, and consumables unless otherwise stated.
• Landlord responsibility may include major wiring, plumbing, structural, drainage, or age-related failures, subject to inspection.
• Repair needs should be reported promptly through the maintenance request system.
• Tenant must provide access for inspection and repairs.
• Damage due to misuse, negligence, lack of maintenance, delayed reporting, or unauthorized repair may be charged to the tenant.
• Appliance and furniture responsibilities are governed by the agreement and inventory annexure for that unit.

Use, Behavior, Guests, and Occupancy

• The premises are for residential use only.
• Commercial use, subletting, business operations, or activities involving public/client access require prior written consent.
• Subletting or assignment is prohibited without written approval.
• Only tenants or occupants approved in the agreement may reside in the premises.
• Short-term guests are allowed subject to reasonable use, no disturbance, and agreement terms.
• Long-term additional occupants require prior written approval.
• Tenant is responsible for the conduct of guests and additional occupants.

Utilities, Services, and Parking

• Electricity, internet, TV, phone, and other personal services are governed by the signed agreement.
• Maintenance may cover common services and shared utilities as specified in the signed agreement.
• Additional water costs during scarcity may be shared as applicable.
• Parking availability, if any, is subject to the terms stated in the signed agreement.
• No dedicated parking should be assumed unless expressly stated in the signed agreement.

Digital Communication

• Email, WhatsApp, and written digital messages may be used for notices, reminders, receipts, and communications.
• Tenants should keep their contact details and emergency contact information updated.
• House rules or updates may be communicated through email, WhatsApp, or notice.

Dispute Resolution and Jurisdiction

• Parties should first attempt to resolve disputes amicably.
• If unresolved, jurisdiction is governed by the signed rental agreement.
• Jurisdiction and dispute resolution will follow the signed rental agreement for the concerned unit.

Full Signed Agreement

The full signed rental agreement and unit-specific inventory should be referred to for exact terms. These documents should be shared privately with the concerned tenant only.