by Zwandako 
Regardless of the nature or location of the property you want to rent in the Democratic Republic of Congo, it is important to establish and sign a lease contract in order to avoid any misunderstanding in the future.
Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, here are ten things you should know and not to overlook about lease contracts in DR Congo:
Any lease contract must be in writing.
This document must be countersigned by the competent authority, the head of the municipality’s housing department for a building for residential use, or the head of the urban division of town planning and housing for a building for commercial or industrial use.
The lease contract is concluded for a fixed or indefinite period.
The rent is fixed and paid in currency which is legal tender in DR Congo.
The rent rate is fixed by mutual agreement between the lessor and the tenant.
The rental guarantee for the building is set at 3 months for residential use, 6 months for commercial use and 12 months for industrial use.
Termination of the contract must be notified to the other party by giving notice of 3 months for residential use, 6 months for commercial use and 12 months for industrial use.
All arrangements relating to the roof, paving and hygienic installations are the responsibility of the lessor.
The payment of water and electricity bills concerns the lessor and his tenant, and this must be mentioned in the contract.
Before countersigning the lease contract, the hygiene and housing departments must visit the leased premises and certify the viability of these locations in accordance with hygiene and housing standards.
A good hearer,…!
Author: Jean Didier Mwakomokebi | Copyright: immordc.net – March 2009 | Photo credit: fotolia
