How can i increase the rent of our old tenants?
10-Jul-2023 (In Landlord/Tenant Law)
Sir/madam, I am residing at South Kolkata near deshapriya park ,I have 7 tenants in our property they are residing here last 40 years back
Last in the year 1987 they increased the rent that is 85/- per room after that still now they not increase the rent ,we are also not permitted them to repair there room but after amphan they telling us that they are willing to increase the room rent upto 500/- per month but we should give them permission to repair their room .Then what is your opinion is it justified in this area room rent only 500/-?please guide me as per law how can we get relief ?
Your case is suitable & will in your favour. You may file a petition for fixation of fair rent under section 17 of WEST BENGAL PREMISES TENANCY ACT 1997. In my opinion, the rate of rent may increase more than 7 times. You have to collect some evidence like proof of ownership, last rent receipt(s) and present market value of your property. You have
Can a landlord claim rent in excess of fair rent
West Bengal Premises Tenancy Rules
Is short payment of rent by a tenant valid
Section 6 of West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act
Rent Control Act West Bengal pdf
Recent Supreme Court order on Section 2g of West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act
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