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The Lease Agreement For Renting A Room is a crucial legal document used in South Africa when a property owner wishes to rent out a single room within a property. This agreement is essential for protecting both landlord and tenant rights under South African law, particularly the Rental Housing Act 50 of 1999 and the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008. It's commonly used in situations involving shared housing, student accommodation, or corporate housing arrangements. The document details specific terms regarding the room rental, including access to common areas, utility payments, house rules, and maintenance responsibilities. This type of agreement is particularly relevant in urban areas where room rentals are common and requires compliance with local municipal by-laws as well as national legislation.

1. Parties: Identification and full details of the landlord and tenant, including ID numbers, contact information, and addresses

2. Background: Brief context explaining the purpose of the agreement and the intention of the parties to enter into a room rental arrangement

3. Definitions: Clear definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement to ensure common understanding

4. Property Description: Detailed description of the room being rented and specified shared areas, including the physical address and any exclusive use areas

5. Duration of Lease: Specification of the lease term, commencement date, and any renewal terms

6. Rental and Deposits: Monthly rental amount, deposit details, payment terms, and methods of payment

7. Utilities and Services: Allocation of responsibility for utilities (electricity, water, etc.) and payment arrangements

8. Use of Premises: Permitted use of the room and shared facilities, occupancy limits, and house rules

9. Maintenance and Repairs: Responsibilities of both parties regarding maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of the room and shared areas

10. Landlord's Rights and Obligations: Comprehensive list of the landlord's responsibilities and rights under the agreement

11. Tenant's Rights and Obligations: Comprehensive list of the tenant's responsibilities and rights under the agreement

12. House Rules: Specific rules regarding noise, visitors, cleaning, use of common areas, and other behavioral expectations

13. Breach and Termination: Conditions for termination, notice periods, and consequences of breach by either party

14. Notices and Domicilium: Official addresses for service of notices and communication requirements

15. General Provisions: Standard contract clauses including whole agreement, variation, and governing law