Tenancy Matters

Domestic Tenancies

1. Is there any statutory control on rent or security of tenure for domestic tenancies ?
2. What is a Transitional Termination Notice (TTN) and in what case will it be required for the termination of a domestic tenancy ?
3. When should a TTN be served ?
4. How may a domestic tenancy be terminated where a TTN is not required ?
5. Can a landlord apply for possession of premises for self-occupation after he has served a TTN ?
6. Is there any restriction imposed on the landlord after he has repossessed the premises on the ground of self occupation by order of the Lands Tribunal ?
7. When should a landlord submit the Notice of New Letting or Renewal Agreement (Form CR 109) to the Rating and Valuation Department for endorsement ?
8. Are there any statutory grounds for a landlord to forfeit a domestic tenancy ?

Non-Domestic Tenancies

9. Is there any statutory control on rent or security of tenure for non-domestic tenancies ?
10. How may a non-domestic tenancy be terminated ? Is a TTN required ?

Miscellaneous

11. How can the landlord and the tenant determine as to whether a tenancy is domestic or non-domestic ?
12. How can the landlord and the tenant agree on the format of the tenancy agreement ?
13. Is there any provision in the Ordinance regulating repair liabilities ?
14. What can a tenant do when the landlord refuses to accept rent ?
15. What can a landlord do when the tenant owes rent ?