Lejere

Lejere is a term used to describe people or entities who rent property from a landlord under a lease or tenancy agreement. In Norwegian and Danish usage, lejere denotes the occupants who pay rent in exchange for the use of a dwelling or other real estate and who do not own the property.

The word derives from the verb leie, meaning to rent, and is cognate with related Germanic terms in other languages for rental arrangements. In everyday use, lejere refers to tenants or lessees, distinguishing them from landlords or owners.

Lejere typically have rights such as quiet enjoyment of the rented premises, habitable living conditions, and certain protections against unlawful eviction under applicable tenancy law. They are generally responsible for paying rent on time, keeping the property in reasonable condition, and reporting necessary repairs. A security deposit is commonly required, and its use and return are usually governed by law or contract.

Tenancy agreements can be written or, in some places, oral, and they specify rent, duration, and any rules governing use of the property. Laws regulating lejere relationships aim to balance flexibility for landlords with protections for tenants, including notice periods for termination, limits on rent increases, and standards for safety and habitability. Disputes between lejere and landlords are typically resolved through courts, housing tribunals, mediation, or regulatory agencies in the jurisdiction where the property is located.