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This Month To Month Apartment Lease agreement is designed for use in South African residential property rentals where flexible tenure is desired or required. The document is structured to comply with South African property law, including the Rental Housing Act, Consumer Protection Act, and PIE Act, while providing both landlord and tenant with clearly defined rights and obligations. It's particularly suitable for situations requiring flexibility in lease duration, such as temporary relocations, property sales pending, or when parties prefer not to commit to fixed-term leases. The agreement includes comprehensive provisions for rental payments, maintenance, utilities, and termination procedures, with specific attention to South African legal requirements regarding deposits, maintenance obligations, and eviction procedures.

1. Parties: Identification and contact details of the landlord and tenant

2. Background: Brief context explaining the purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Property Description: Detailed description of the leased premises including the physical address and what is included

5. Lease Period: Terms of the month-to-month arrangement and notice requirements for termination

6. Rental Amount and Payment Terms: Monthly rental amount, payment date, accepted payment methods, and annual increase provisions

7. Deposit: Details of the security deposit, its management, and conditions for refund

8. Utilities and Services: Responsibility for payment of electricity, water, waste removal, and other services

9. Maintenance and Repairs: Obligations of landlord and tenant regarding property maintenance and repair procedures

10. Use of Property: Permitted use of the property and restrictions

11. Insurance and Liability: Insurance requirements and allocation of risk between parties

12. Breach and Termination: Consequences of breach and termination procedures

13. Notices and Domicilia: How formal notices must be given and official addresses for service

14. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including whole agreement, variation, and governing law