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Residential Tenancy Agreement

The everyday landlord-tenant agreement: monthly rent and due date, deposit held, term and commencement, who pays water, electricity and service charge, tenant obligations, and notice required to end the tenancy.

What's included

  • Landlord and tenant details
  • Property description and unit number
  • Rent amount, due date and payment method
  • Security deposit and refund conditions
  • Term, commencement and renewal
  • Utilities and service charge split
  • Repairs, house rules and termination notice

Usage notes

  • Record the meter readings on the day the tenant moves in.
  • State clearly how and when the deposit is refunded after inspection.
  • Both parties should sign in the presence of at least one witness each, and every party should keep a signed original.

These are general-purpose document templates for use in Kenya. They are not a substitute for legal advice and may need review for your specific transaction.

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