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Simple Tenancy Agreement for Belgium

Simple Tenancy Agreement Template for Belgium

This document is a standardized tenancy agreement compliant with Belgian housing law, which has been regionalized since 2018. It incorporates specific requirements from the applicable regional legislation (Flanders, Wallonia, or Brussels-Capital) while maintaining compliance with federal Belgian laws. The agreement covers essential elements including property details, rental terms, maintenance obligations, and security deposit requirements, all structured to ensure legal enforceability under Belgian law. It includes mandatory provisions required by regional housing codes and provides a clear framework for both landlord and tenant rights and obligations.

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What is a Simple Tenancy Agreement?

The Simple Tenancy Agreement is designed for use in Belgium's residential rental market, taking into account the country's regionalized housing laws post-2018. This document is essential when establishing a legally compliant rental relationship between landlords and tenants in Belgium, whether in Flanders, Wallonia, or the Brussels-Capital region. The agreement incorporates mandatory provisions required by Belgian regional housing codes, including rent payment terms, security deposit arrangements, maintenance responsibilities, and termination conditions. This Simple Tenancy Agreement is suitable for both private and professional landlords, providing a comprehensive yet straightforward framework that ensures all legal requirements are met while remaining accessible to all parties involved. It should be used whenever a new residential tenancy is established or an existing one is renewed under Belgian law.

What sections should be included in a Simple Tenancy Agreement?

1. Parties: Identification and details of the landlord and tenant(s), including full names, addresses, and national registration numbers

2. Background: Brief context of the agreement and property letting

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Property Description: Detailed description of the rented property, including address and permitted use

5. Term of Lease: Duration of the tenancy, start date, and type of lease (standard 9-year or short-term)

6. Rent and Charges: Rental amount, payment terms, indexation, and utility charges

7. Rental Guarantee: Details of the security deposit and its management in accordance with Belgian law

8. Maintenance and Repairs: Responsibilities of landlord and tenant for maintenance and repairs

9. Insurance: Required insurance coverage for both parties

10. Property Use: Rules regarding the use of the property and any restrictions

11. Registration: Obligations regarding official registration of the lease

12. Termination: Conditions and procedures for ending the lease

13. Governing Law: Specification of applicable Belgian regional law and jurisdiction

What sections are optional to include in a Simple Tenancy Agreement?

1. Furnished Property Provisions: Additional terms for furnished properties, including inventory of furnishings

2. Pet Clause: Terms and conditions for keeping pets in the property

3. Subletting and Assignment: Rules regarding subletting or assigning the lease to others

4. Garden Maintenance: Specific provisions for properties with gardens or outdoor spaces

5. Decoration and Alterations: Detailed terms about permitted changes to the property

6. Shared Facilities: Rules for properties with common areas or shared facilities

7. Professional Use: Additional terms if partial professional use is permitted

8. Energy and Sustainability: Specific provisions regarding energy consumption and environmental considerations

What schedules should be included in a Simple Tenancy Agreement?

1. Schedule 1 - Property Inventory: Detailed inventory of the property condition at the start of the lease (required by Belgian law)

2. Schedule 2 - Energy Performance Certificate: Mandatory energy performance certificate (EPC/PEB) for the property

3. Schedule 3 - House Rules: Building or complex regulations if applicable

4. Schedule 4 - Photographic Evidence: Photos documenting the property's condition at the start of the lease

5. Schedule 5 - Maintenance Schedule: Detailed breakdown of maintenance responsibilities

6. Appendix 1 - Regional Legal Information: Mandatory information about tenant rights under applicable regional law

7. Appendix 2 - Fire Safety Certificate: Documentation of fire safety compliance where required

8. Appendix 3 - Plans and Drawings: Property plans or drawings if relevant

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Belgium

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Document Type

Lease Agreement

Cost

Free to use
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