Rendilevõtja

Rendilevõtja refers to a tenant or lessee in Estonian law. This term designates an individual or entity who obtains the right to use property belonging to another party for a specific period in exchange for payment, typically rent. The legal framework governing rendilevõtja is primarily found in the Law of Obligations Act, which outlines the rights and responsibilities of both the tenant and the property owner, known as the rendileandja (landlord).

Key aspects of the rendilevõtja's role include the obligation to pay rent on time and to use the leased property in accordance with the lease agreement and for its intended purpose. They are also generally responsible for maintaining the property in good condition, although the extent of this responsibility can be detailed in the contract. Upon the termination of the lease agreement, the rendilevõtja is obligated to return the property to the landlord in the agreed-upon condition.

The specific rights of a rendilevõtja can vary depending on the type of property being leased, such as residential or commercial premises, and the terms of the lease agreement. These rights may include the right to quiet enjoyment of the property, the right to sublet (if permitted by the contract), and in some cases, pre-emptive rights to purchase the property. The legal relationship between the rendilevõtja and the rendileandja is a contractual one, with the lease agreement serving as the primary document defining their mutual obligations.