holdovertilanteista

Holdovertilanteista refers to a concept primarily discussed within Finnish landlord-tenant law concerning a tenant's continued occupation of a rental property after their lease has expired or been terminated. This situation arises when a tenant remains in possession without the landlord's explicit consent or a new agreement. In essence, the tenant is a "holdover" tenant.

Finnish law addresses holdover situations to protect both parties. If a tenant stays on after the lease ends, and the landlord does not object or take immediate steps to evict them, it can, under certain circumstances, be considered an implied continuation of the lease. However, this is not automatic and depends on the specific actions and intentions of both the landlord and tenant. The landlord typically has the right to demand the return of the property and may be entitled to compensation for the unauthorized occupation, often at a rate potentially higher than the original rent. The tenant, conversely, has obligations to vacate the premises as per the lease terms or notice period. Failure to do so can lead to legal action for eviction. The legal framework aims to prevent indefinite, unauthorized occupation while providing a structured process for resolving such disputes.