What does it mean?
Changing lease terms means the landlord or tenant wants to modify the conditions of an ongoing rental agreement without ending the tenancy. The most common change is a rent increase, but it can also involve changed maintenance terms, parking spaces, or other contract points. The process requires the party wanting to change the terms to terminate the agreement for condition change at the end of the rental period.
If the tenant does not accept the new terms, the dispute can be referred to the Rent Tribunal, which reviews whether the proposed terms are reasonable. During the review, the old terms apply. The Rent Tribunal's decision can be appealed to the Svea Court of Appeal. It is important to understand that a termination for condition change is not the same as a termination for eviction — the tenancy continues, but the terms are negotiated.
Key Points
- Requires formal termination notice for condition change
- Tenant does not have to accept new terms — can refer to the Rent Tribunal
- Old terms apply during the review period
- Rent Tribunal assesses whether new terms are reasonable
- Most common condition change is rent increase
Practical Tip
If you as a tenant receive a termination for condition change — don't worry, it does not mean you have to move. Respond in writing that you do not accept the new terms and request that the matter be referred to the Rent Tribunal. You remain on the old terms throughout the process.
Legal Basis: 12:54-55 JB (condition change and reasonable rent)
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