What happens if the tenant damages the property?
Under the long term leasing arrangements the property will be returned to the property owner at the end of the term in good repair order and condition, save for fair wear and tear. The local authority or AHB will be responsible for internal maintenance and repairs during the term of the lease.
When entering into a leasing agreement, property owners accept that, at the end of the lease term, furnishings and appliances may not be returned. Any furniture and appliances that are left in the property will revert to the ownership of the property owner and are not subject to the requirement to have them in the same condition as at the outset of the lease, subject to fair wear and tear.
