Housing rental agreement in Uzbekistan: conclusion, termination, and key aspects

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This article provides a detailed analysis of the legal framework of housing rental agreements, including the procedure for conclusion, conditions for termination, and key aspects. It explains the rights and obligations of the parties involved in the lease agreement, as well as methods for preventing disputes and resolving them legally. The necessity of notarial certification, the formalization of rental payments, and the consequences of non- compliance with the contract are also discussed. This article serves as a useful guide for those seeking legal knowledge regarding housing rental in Uzbekistan. Keywords: Housing rental, rental agreement, tenant, landlord, contract conclusion, contract termination, lease rights, rental payment, notarial certification, rental disputes, legal obligations, Uzbekistan legislation. contract, the parties must specify their rights and Introduction: A housing rental agreement is a legal obligations, the duration of the agreement, the rental relationship between the owner (landlord) and another payment and included utility costs. individual (tenant), granting the tenant temporary possession and use of the property. According to the If the responsibility for paying utilities is not clearly Civil Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan, a rental stated, this issue can be resolved during the contract's agreement for residential property must be concluded duration. Additionally, unless otherwise provided by in writing. law, the parties may negotiate additional conditions. The importance of housing rental lies in its role in These matters are regulated by Articles 610–612 of the meeting people's housing needs. In large cities, rental Civil Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan. housing is especially significant for students, workers, A residential property can be rented to legal entities or and other individuals who do not have a permanent transferred for possession and use under other residence. Through rental agreements, citizens can agreements, such as a gratuitous use contract. quickly and easily secure a place to live. However, a legal entity can use such a property only for – In Uzbekistan, **housing rental relations** are residential purposes. This regulation is outlined in primarily regulated by the following **legislative Article 86 of the Housing Code of the Republic of documents**: Uzbekistan. – Civil Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan; According to this article, a residential lease agreement must be concluded in writing and registered in – Housing Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan; accordance with the legal requirements. Additionally, – Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan «On Lease». transactions related to property rights and other real Housing rental provides income to the property owner. estate rights, including their transfer, restriction, or Therefore, the law permits leasing residential property termination, must be officially registered. for a fee. The specific part of the property being rented The Cadastre Agency under the State Tax Committee of (entire house, a part of it, or an apartment) must be the Republic of Uzbekistan is the authorized state body clearly stated in the agreement. However, auxiliary responsible for the state registration of real estate spaces such as the kitchen, hallway, or storage rooms rights. cannot be the subject of a rental agreement. In the American Journal Of Social Sciences And Humanity Research 70 https://theusajournals.com/index.php/ajsshr American Journal Of Social Sciences And Humanity Research (ISSN: 2771-2141) The inclusion of additional individuals in a residential The landlord has the right to request judicial lease agreement is carried out based on standard termination of the housing rental agreement in the contracts established for municipal, departmental, or following cases: specially designated communal housing funds. − If the contract does not specify a long-term If the If the individuals being added to the lease are officially contract does not specify a long-term rental period, recognized as in need of improved living conditions or if their living space falls below social norms, they and the tenant fails to pay rent for more than six cannot be included in the rental agreement for months without a valid reason. additional space. Changes in family composition may require − In cases of short-term rentals. modifications to the lease agreement. The tenant's family members and other individuals living with them − In fixed-term rental agreements, if the tenant fails have equal rights with the tenant in using the to pay rent on time more than twice after the due residential property. date (chronic non-payment). Adult family members of the tenant and other individuals permanently residing with them may enter − If the tenant or individuals for whom they are into a rental agreement, provided that the landlord is notified. In such cases, all residents of the dwelling are responsible cause damage to the property. jointly liable to the landl