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Tenancy Agreement for Residential House (India) by OLL
Open Legal LibraryUpdated 19 Oct 2026
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TENANCY AGREEMENT FOR RESIDENTIAL HOUSE
This agreement made this the ….th day of …..20….,
Between
pm, son of, kk residing ……………………………………………………, kanpur after it called the landlord of the One Part
And
BR, son of GM, residing …………………………………..………… hereinafter called the tenant of the Other Part witnesseth as follows;
1. That the landlord shall lease and the tenant shall take on basis monthly tenancy all that double-storeyed building being premises No. ………………………….with bath, privies, garage, kitchen, store, compound, out-houses and all fixtures and fittings with electricity and water connection on terms/conditions hereunder contained.
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This is a standard residential lease agreement designed for letting a house or building in India. It outlines the responsibilities of both parties regarding rent payments, security deposits, property maintenance, and restrictions on the use of the premises for residential purposes only.
About this template
What is this template?
This is a residential lease contract specifically for a whole house in India, including out-houses and compound space. It is not a commercial lease and explicitly prohibits any trade or business activities on the premises. It contains specific clauses for periodic whitewashing and protection against white ants common in Indian residential property management.
When should you use it?
Use this when leasing a private house to a family where you want to include a percentage-based rent increase after a fixed number of years. Use a Commercial Lease Agreement instead if the property is intended for business or professional trade.
What's inside
| Clause | Name | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lease and Premises | The Landlord leases a double-storeyed building including bath, garage, and out-houses to the Tenant on a monthly basis. |
| 2 | Security Deposit and Rent | The Tenant must pay a security deposit and monthly rent, which increases by a specified percentage every few years. |
| 3(a) and 3(b) | Maintenance and Repairs | The Landlord performs whitewashing every few years, while the Tenant protects the property against white ants and replaces broken fixtures. |
| 3(c) | Taxes and Charges | The Landlord pays existing taxes, but the Tenant is responsible for any enhanced or additional municipal taxes and charges. |
| 3(e) | Use of Property | The Tenant must use the property for residential purposes only and is prohibited from subletting or carrying on business. |
| 3(f) | Termination and Possession | The Landlord may terminate the tenancy and recover possession if the Tenant defaults on rent or is adjudged insolvent. |
Who it's for
- an individual in India renting a multi-room residential building with out-houses and a garage
- a landlord in Kanpur or other Indian cities requiring a security deposit and periodic rent escalation
How long it runs and how it's signed
How long
Runs until someone ends it
Stated duration
monthly tenancy
Signed by
Landlord, Tenant
Witness
Required
Notarisation
The document doesn't say
Categories
Jurisdiction
India
Document info
MS Word. Document created on Fri Jul 17th, 2026. Last updated on Mon Oct 19th, 2026.
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