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The Landlord Roommate Lease Agreement is essential for residential property rentals in Malaysia where multiple unrelated individuals share a single property. This document becomes particularly relevant in urban areas, university towns, and cities with high housing costs where shared living arrangements are common. It provides a legal framework compliant with Malaysian property law that defines the rights and obligations of both the landlord and multiple tenants, while addressing specific challenges of shared living such as common area maintenance, utility cost sharing, and conflict resolution. The agreement includes crucial elements such as individual rent responsibilities, room assignments, house rules, and procedures for handling various situations that may arise in a shared living environment. This document is particularly important as it helps prevent disputes by clearly outlining expectations and responsibilities while ensuring all parties are protected under Malaysian law.
