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Transfer of Lease Rights to New Tenant

Transfer lease rights with permission: ideal solution upon termination. Rules, benefits, and how to draft a tripartite deed.

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By mutual consent, the tenant may transfer lease rights to a replacement tenant, with the landlord's consent (Article 7:226 BW). This prevents vacancy and provides continuity. The new tenant assumes obligations, including the security deposit contribution. Record this in a tripartite agreement with inspection report. Landlords screen for solvency and references. Tenants remain liable until agreement. Benefits: no notice period required, quick solution. Risk: disputes over delivery condition. In practice, parties combine this with mutual consent for seamless transition. Rent Tribunal reviews social housing cases. Legal tip: specify inventory to be taken over and meter readings. Case law confirms validity for equivalent tenants. This mechanism promotes housing market fluidity without court intervention.