Tenant rights
First of all, the tenant has the right to use the dwelling according to its designation or according to the designation set out in the contract (e.g. the tenant hires a flat which he/she intends to use as an office and that is expressly stipulated in the contract).
The tenant also has the right to demand from the landlord a refurbishment of the dwelling so that it is fit for living. The tenant can do the refurbishment himself/herself if they agree it with the landlord.
The tenant can terminate the contract if there is a breach on the part of the landlord.
If the landlord evicts the tenant before the end of the contract, he/she also has a right to compensation.
Tenant obligations
The tenant should pay the rent within the agreed time limits (usually on a monthly basis). For each payment the tenant should receive a payment receipt evidencing the payment of the rent.
If the tenant wishes to change the designation of the dwelling, he/she needs the consent of the landlord.
The tenant is obliged to keep the dwelling in good condition and take care of small repair works.
The tenant should pay the utility bills – electricity, heating, water, etc.
The tenant should also respect the rules of the building where the dwelling is, especially in terms of noise, pollution, pet policy, etc.
If there is serous disruption or damage in the dwelling, the tenant should immediately notify the landlord.
A the end of the tenancy the tenant should leave the dwelling in the same state as it was at the beginning of it.