Rental Property: Landlord Obligations Regarding Rent Receipts
In the context of residential rentals, including high-end real estate in Paris and international markets, landlords are subject to several legal obligations. One of them is the obligation to provide a rent receipt free of charge when requested by the tenant. This document may now be sent electronically, provided the tenant gives explicit consent.
What is a rent receipt and why is it important?
A rent receipt is a document issued by the landlord confirming that the tenant has fully paid the rent and service charges for a given period. It must include:
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the address of the rented property,
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the identities of the landlord and tenant,
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the period covered,
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a clear distinction between rent and charges.
The rent receipt serves both as proof of payment and proof of residence, often required for administrative or financial procedures.
Free issuance: a legal obligation
Landlords are prohibited from charging tenants for issuing or sending rent receipts. When property management is entrusted to a real estate agency, the agency handles the issuance, but any related costs cannot be passed on to the tenant.
How rent receipts are delivered
Rent receipts must be provided upon tenant request and can be delivered:
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in person,
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by mail,
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or by email, with explicit tenant consent.
A payment notice does not replace a rent receipt and does not constitute proof of payment.
Rent receipt vs. payment receipt
A rent receipt confirms full payment. In case of partial payment, the landlord must issue a simple payment receipt, not a rent receipt, to preserve the right to claim outstanding amounts.
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