tenancy law
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tenancy law
The area of law that covers the legal regulations for rental agreements for residential and commercial spaces. It defines the rights and obligations of tenants and landlords.
Bei einem Konflikt mit dem Vermieter sollte man sich über das geltende Mietrecht informieren.
If there is a conflict with the landlord, you should inform yourself about the applicable tenancy law.
'Mietrecht' (tenancy law) is a compound noun made up of 'Miete' (rent) and 'Recht' (law). So it literally refers to the law that deals with renting apartments or houses.
Das Mietrecht schützt sowohl die Interessen der Mieter als auch der Vermieter.
Tenancy law protects the interests of both tenants and landlords.
The component '-recht' (law) is used to name many different areas of law. If you recognize this pattern, you can more easily understand words like 'Arbeitsrecht' (labor law), 'Verkehrsrecht' (traffic law), or 'Familienrecht' (family law).
Ein Anwalt für Arbeitsrecht kann bei Problemen mit dem Arbeitgeber helfen.
A lawyer for labor law can help with problems with an employer.
Common formulations are 'das geltende Mietrecht' (the applicable tenancy law), 'sich im Mietrecht auskennen' (to be knowledgeable about tenancy law), or 'Fragen zum Mietrecht haben' (to have questions about tenancy law).
Laut geltendem Mietrecht darf die Miete nicht willkürlich erhöht werden.
According to the applicable tenancy law, rent may not be increased arbitrarily.
rental agreement
Der Mietvertrag and das Mietrecht both relate to renting an apartment or other premises. Mietvertrag is the specific agreement between tenant and landlord, whereas Mietrecht encompasses the legal rules governing such agreements. Use Mietvertrag for an individual tenancy and Mietrecht for the general rules.
Bei Fragen zur Kündigungsfrist hilft ein Blick ins Mietrecht.
For questions about the notice period, it helps to consult tenancy law.
Im Mietvertrag steht, dass die Wohnung ab dem ersten Mai vermietet wird.
The rental agreement states that the apartment will be rented starting May 1.
