简介
- 租赁协议是一份具有法律约束力的合同，由房东（出租方）与租户（承租方）签订，用于规范租赁物业的条款与条件。此协议明确双方的权利与义务，包括租金支付、物业使用及维护责任等方面内容。
政府相关部门
- 房屋及地方政府部（Kementerian Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan，简称 KPKT）
执照名称（马来文）
- Perjanjian Pajakan
详细信息
- 明确租赁期限、租金金额、押金及物业使用的规定。
- 包括物业维护、续租及终止的条款。
- 适用于住宅、商业及工业物业的租赁。
- 确保符合本地物业法律，如《租金控制法》或相关住房条例。
重要规则
- 租赁协议必须经双方签署方可生效。
- 住宅物业押金不得超过两个月租金，除非另有规定。
- 双方需遵守租金支付、物业维护及终止通知期的相关条款。
- 未经房东同意，租户不得转租或改动物业。
- 超过特定期限的租赁协议可能需根据《1949 年印花法》盖章，以具法律效力。
违规及处罚
- 未正确记录或盖章的后果：
- 协议在争议中可能无法作为法庭证据。
- 因未遵守本地法律而被罚款或处罚。
- 违反租赁条款的后果：
- 租赁协议终止。
- 法律诉讼及可能的金钱赔偿。
法律顾问
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Commonly Asked Questions
A Lease Agreement is a legally binding contract between a landlord (lessor) and a tenant (lessee) that defines the terms for renting a property. It includes details such as rental amount, duration, maintenance, and termination conditions to protect the rights of both parties.
A Lease Agreement usually applies to long-term rentals (typically more than 3 years) and is often registered with the land office, while a Tenancy Agreement covers short-term rentals (usually less than 3 years) and doesn’t require registration.
Yes. A written Lease Agreement is strongly recommended for all property rentals. It serves as legal proof of the arrangement and helps resolve disputes regarding rental payments, property usage, and termination.
Yes. Under the Stamp Act 1949, all Lease Agreements must be stamped by the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) within 30 days of signing to make them legally enforceable in court.
A standard Lease Agreement includes:
- Rental amount and payment schedule
- Lease duration and renewal terms
- Security deposit details
- Property maintenance responsibilities
- Terms for termination and dispute resolution
In Malaysia, landlords may collect up to two months’ rent as a security deposit and half a month’s rent for utilities, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
No. Tenants cannot alter, renovate, or sublease the property without the written consent of the landlord. Any unauthorized modifications may lead to termination or legal action.
Failure to pay rent is a breach of the Lease Agreement. The landlord may issue a notice of default, terminate the lease, and seek legal remedies such as eviction or recovery of outstanding rent.
Yes. Lease Agreements apply to residential, commercial, and industrial properties, with terms adjusted based on property type and business requirements.
If a Lease Agreement is not properly stamped, it:
- Cannot be used as evidence in legal disputes.
- May result in fines or penalties under the Stamp Act 1949.
- Exposes both parties to legal and financial risks due to lack of enforceability.