RULES & REGULATIONS - RENTING A ROOM IN JAIPUR

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RULES & REGULATIONS - RENTING A ROOM IN JAIPUR

With sky touching rates of properties and apartments, it has become very difficult to have your own house in big cities of India. And if you are in transferable job or something, you can't have a house everywhere. Thanks to the renting business, that it's possible for everyone to get a temporary shelter.

While all of us have gone through the renting experience here in Jaipur at least for once, most of us are still least aware about the official laws governing it. It's better to be informed about what Indian government laws have to tell about renting practices so that you stay cautious against any fraud in future. We have summarized rules and regulations pertaining to room renting business here so as to help users of RoomRentJaipur.com:-

1) A landlord can not refuse to rent a home or evict a tenant because he or she is a certain age, race, gender or disabled. Although Landlord must ask tenants to get police verification done before signing the agreement.

2) There are two types of agreements - ‘lease’ and ‘leave and license’. A ‘lease’ rental agreement gives the tenant possession of the room as per the specification of the agreement. The minimum tenure of rent is 12 months, and the property should be registered.

The ‘leave and license’ agreement is the most common used format which gives the tenant the right to use the house for a maximum period of 11 months with option clause for renewal. In this case, the house or apartment need not be registered.

3) Following points need to be included in the agreement for clarity to both the parties:-
a) Concerned parties 
b) Details of the condition and items available in the room
c) Amount decided and till what date of the month it should be paid
d) Details of security deposit
e) Notice period for termination of the agreement
f) Parking facility, allowing pets, garbage disposal, eating/drinking habits, and other concerns should be documented for clarity in future

4) The landlord must give the tenant a duplicate copy of the rental agreement within 10 days after the date of signing. If the landlord fails to do this, the tenant is not obligated to pay rent until the tenant receives a copy of the rental agreement.

5) The landlord shall maintain the premises in a good state of repair and fit for habitation during the tenancy and shall comply with a law respecting health, safety or housing. The landlord can not interfere in tenant's peaceful utilization of the room.

6) The tenant shall keep the premises clean, and shall repair damage caused by a willful or negligent act of the tenant or of a person whom the tenant permits on the premises.

7) Landlord can't increase the rent all of sudden.Tenant has the right to stay in the room tillas per the contract paying mentioned rent till specified dates. Annual increase in rent is declared to be 5% in Rajasthan.

8) If not covered in the rent agreement, tenant must pay the rent by 15th of every month and he/she is entitled to obtain a receipt duly signed by the landlord for the payment made by the tenant.

9) Tenant shall not sub-let the room or part of it to a third party. Although sub-let could be allowed legally with the written consent of the Landlord.

10) Security deposit if any shall be taken by Landlord as per the contract and it needs to be returned at the termination of agreement. In case, there is some damage to the room or belongings by tenant during the stay, it needs be settled with mutual consent. If there is a disagreement between two, they can seek judgment from court.


Rent Agreement Sample

 RENT AGREEMENT

This rent agreement is made and entered into at __________________ (location and city) on  _________ (date), between  Mr./Ms ____________________________________________________, residing at ________________________________________________________________ (permanent address), hereinafter referred to as “The Landlord” & Mr./Ms ________________________________________  residing at _________________________________________________________(permanent address) hereinafter referred to as “The Tenant”.

The landlord is the exclusive owner, and is seized and possessed of house no. ______________, measuring about ___________square feet area situated at _____________________________________________ (Address);   & wheras the tenant has approached The landlord seeking the house on rent basis for a period of _________________(duration in months) on the terms and conditions mutually agreed to:

1. The landlord hereby grants the tenant to use the said house with effect from __________________ for a period of _______ months only on rental basis.

2. The tenant has agreed to occupy and use the said house for a period of _________ (period in months) purely on rental basis, commencing on ________ (date) and expiring on _____________ (date) (i.e.___________(from date) to _________(to date) ).

3. The financial compensation terms shall be as follows :
(a) The tenant shall pay Rs. __________/-(amount) (Rupees ______________________________only)(amount in words) per month as compensation on or before the __________ day of every month.
(b) The tenant shall pay the landlord a sum of Rs. ________/- (Rupees _______________________only) (amount in words) as an interest-free security deposit. This security deposit of Rs. __________/-(amount) (Rupees ______________________________ only) (amount in words) shall be refunded after the handover of peaceful possession of the said house upon termination of the lease.
(c) The tenant shall bear the charges for utilities namely electricity, telephone, and cable, and shall make payments of these bills on timely basis. The landlord shall bear the society charges including municipal taxes and water tax. Any increase in municipal taxes or other statutory levies, if any, will be borne by the landlord.

4. The agreement shall automatically be terminated on completion of _____(period in months) starting from ____________________( start date in words).

5. Thelandlord and the tenant hereby declare that if either of the parties decides to terminate the agreement earlier than the date stipulated hereinabove, the desiring party shall give ______ days written notice to the other party of such intention and accordingly the said agreement shall remain terminated on expiry of the said notice period of _____ days.

6. The tenant shall not keep, permit or allow anyone else to use the house.

7. The tenant shall keep the said house in good condition and if any damage, are caused to the said house willingly or unwillingly by the tenant, the tenant shall fully make good the charges on account of such damages.

8. The tenant shall not carry on any illegal business or activities, nor shall he consume alcohol at the house.

9. This agreement shall be governed by :
(a) Indian Contract Act, 1882, and
(b) The tenant specifically agrees to be bound by the The Rajasthan Rent Control Act, 2001

10. The tenant and landlord shall bear and pay all cost and expenses equally by way of stamp duty, registration charges, etc. in respect of this agreement.

Signed and delievered by:
“The Landlord” Mr/Ms _____________(name)
In the presence of witness: ……………………………………

Signed and delivered by:
“The Tenant” Mr/Ms _______________ (name)
In the presence of witness : ……………………………………

Refer following link to read Rajasthan Rent Control Act, 2001
http://www.sandarbha.com/rajasthan/act.htm

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JAIPUR FOR FIRST-TIME VISITORS

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 JAIPUR FOR FIRST-TIME VISITORS

Jaipur is the only city reflecting colours of both modernism & traditionalism. Jaipur's rich cultural heritage attracts enormous number of tourists from all over the world every year. Although the best time to visit Jaipur is from late October to early March.

1. Amer Fort:- Built by Raja Man Singh Amer Fort is located in Amer almost 7 km from Jaipur. Fort looks magnificent in golden sun rays with beautiful Maota Lake at its forefront.

2. Hawa Mahal:- Hawa mahal is the signature of the pink city which looks like a beehive decorated with red and pink stones.

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3. Jal Mahal:- On you way to Amer through Hawa Mahal, you will come across Jal Mahal which as name suggests is the fort built in middle of the man Sagar lake and is surrounded by water from all sides.

4. Jaigarh & Nhargarh Fort:- If you take a turn from your way towards Amer to top of the hill, you will be directed to Nhargarh and Jaigarh fort. While Jaigarh is famous for its solid structure and for the biggest and heaviest cannon ever built in the world;  Nhargarh has remained an attraction for Rang de basanti point and for the night view of Jaipur.

5. Jantar Mantar:- Jantar Mantar has a lot to fascinate every geek. It's the largest and best preserved observatory reflecting astronomical and cosmological understandings of Mughal time.

6. City palace:- City palace used to be the King's seat in Jaipur. Considerable part of it has been converted into a museum and royal residence now.

7. Albert Hall:- Albert Hall is the oldest museum of the Rajasthan State. The place is really quiet and elegant. if that doesn't excite you, go to the see at least the real mummy kept in it.

8. Birla Mandir:- Birla Mandir is built totally in white marble and it looks very beautiful in evening time.

While these heritage buildings look charming, let me assure you that this is just the famous ones here. If you have got a real taste and passion, there is a lot more to explore in and around Jaipur.

Apart from "what is most alluring in Jaipur", We have summed up some detail about various residential localities in Jaipur to make you understand the place better. This detail will give you inside in the life running in Jaipur.

1. Pratap Nagar:- Pratap Nagar is one of the biggest locality of Jaipur. It is located around 15 kms from the main city and is residence for many students and professionals. Although situated far from city, area is growing fast.

2. Tonk Fatak:- Along with Lal Kothi, Tonk Fatak is the most preferred location for Students seeking coaching assistance. Most of the preparatory coaching are located here.

3. Civil lines:- Civil Lines is in the west of Jaipur city. It's the seat of the Chief Minister of Rajasthan. It is a wealthy residential area with government officials residing at this place. Raj Bhavan is situated here.

4. Malviya Nagar:- Malviya Nagar is a posh region in South Jaipur.The region is a commercial hub with excellent schools, colleges, hospitals, multiplexes and malls which cater to the whole city. Also Jaipur airport is within 15 minutes drive from the region.

5. Sanganer:- Sanganer is famous for handmade paper industry, textile printing and for Jain temples.

6. Ajmeri gate:- Ajmeri gate is the doorway to pink city. Once you enter the pink city, you can get to see all traditional shops in the city.

7. Jagatpura:- Jagatpura is very remote area to Jaipur rarely populated but quite fast and enormous construction work is going on in the area to settle the locality soon.

8. Jawahar circle:- Jawahar Circle is the largest circular park in Asia developed on highway situated along Malviya Nagar on JLN road. This park is one of the favorite leisure places.

9. Maniharon ka Raasta:- This area is famous as one of the traditional markets in Jaipur. People come here to buy hand made traditional lac bangles.

10. Sindhi Camp:- Sindhi camp is the inter state bus station. The only place where few thadis (tea shops) and restaurants will be open whole night.

11. Rambagh:- Rambagh is one of the most Porsche are in Jaipur situated in the center of the city. it is surrounded by Adarsh Nagar, Bapu Nagar and Ashok Nagar. Many government offices and luxurious hotels and facilities like golf and polo are situated here.

12. Adarsh Nagar:- Adarsh Nagar is situated 3 km from the main city and it has been designed in the shape of concentric circles. Moti Dongari palace is situated here.

13. Bani park:- streets of bani park leads to chandpole gate. Central Bus stand is also situated here.

14. Bapu Nagar:- Rajasthan University is situated in Bapu Nagar.

15. Jhotwara:- Jhotwara is situated in north west of Jaipur and is one of the down town area. The place is located towards the western end of the city. The region has several industrial set ups towards its north.

16. Mansarovar:- Mansarovar is the largest residential colony in asia. It is quite wel planned and situated in the south-west of Jaipur.

17. Sodala:- Sodala lies in the west of the Jaipur city. Jaipur dairy and many other manufacturing and trading units are situated int he area.

18. Sitapura:- Sitapura is one of the rich Industrial area of the Jaipur. lots of Industries ranging from MNCs to small scale are set up here giving employment to various people. Also few colleges are located in the area. However, area is not among much preferred residential of Jaipur.

18. Tonk road and JLN road:- These are the roads running parallel in the city and connects all major regions of Jaipur.

19. MI road:- MI road provides best restaurants and shops in the Jaipur for all travelers.

20. Raj Mandir Cinema:- Raj Mandir used to be the biggest theater in Asia few years back. With multiplex revolution in India, although Raj Mandir has lost its importance but still Jaipurites can do anything just to get a show ticket here.

21. Pink square mall:- One of the best mall in the city, where you can get to visit all major brands and can enjoy shopping. Although Triton mall stands better when it comes to most happening places in the city.

22. Jawahar Kala kendra & Ravindra Manch:- If you happen to be one who really appreciates the art and true work of an artist. Go directly to wither JKK or Ravindra Manch. You can definitely find a theater show or gazal program or some cultural dance program going on.

 

23. Shopping in Jaipur:- Jaipur is perfect place to buy antiques, jewelery, handicrafts, gems, bangles, pottery, carpets, textiles, leather work and metalwork. Jhalaniyon ka Raasta, Thatheron ka Raasta, Khajanewalon ka Raasta, Nehru bazaar, Haldiyon ka Raasta, Mahiharon ka Raasta, Kishanpol bazaar, Tripolia bazaar, Sanganer bazaar, Ramganj bazar, MI road and Johari bazar are thae main markets. You can't get the feel of traditional Jaipur till you go into one such market.

It's really difficult to sum up the charm of the pink city in a write up but we hope that this blog would be at least a good appetizer for your curious mind and would instigate you to explore Jaipur in more depth

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