Lease Agreement Format in Tamil

RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT (வாடகை ஒப்பந்தம்)

1. Document Control & Scope

• Effective Date: [Effective Date]
• Document Version: 1.0-TN
• Jurisdiction / Scope: State of Tamil Nadu, Republic of India
• Governing Law: The Transfer of Property Act, 1882 & The Tamil Nadu Regulation of Rights and Responsibilities of Landlords and Tenants Act, 2017.

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2. Official Notice & Disclaimer

LEGAL NOTICE: This document is a bilingual template (English/Tamil framework) drafted for general residential leasing within the State of Tamil Nadu. It establishes legal relations governed by statutory enactments. Both Parties acknowledge that they have independently reviewed this instrument, understand its operational and legal implications, and are advised to execute this document on appropriate non-judicial stamp paper and register the same where mandated by applicable state registration laws.

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3. Parties & Definitions

This Residential Lease Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into on this [Day] day of [Month], [Year], by and between:

THE LESSOR (வீட்டு உரிமையாளர்):

• Full Legal Name: [Lessor Full Legal Name]
• Father's/Spouse's Name: [Lessor Father/Spouse Name]
• Permanent Address: [Lessor Permanent Address]
• Contact Number & Email: [Lessor Phone], [Lessor Email] (Hereinafter referred to as the "Lessor", which expression shall unless repugnant to the context include his/her heirs, legal representatives, successors, and assigns).

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THE LESSEE (வாடகைதாரர்):

• Full Legal Name: [Lessee Full Legal Name]
• Father's/Spouse's Name: [Lessee Father/Spouse Name]
• Permanent Address: [Lessee Permanent Address]
• Contact Number & Email: [Lessee Phone], [Lessee Email] (Hereinafter referred to as the "Lessee", which expression shall unless repugnant to the context include his/her heirs, legal representatives, successors, and permitted assigns).

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4. Operative Clauses & Terms

1. Description of Scheduled Property (ஒப்பந்த சொத்தின் விவரம்)

The Lessor hereby leases out and the Lessee takes on lease the residential premises situated at [Full Property Address, Door No, Street, City, Pincode] consisting of [Number] bedrooms, [Number] bathrooms, hall, and kitchen (hereinafter referred to as the "Scheduled Property").

2. Term of Lease (வாடகை காலம்)

• Commencement Date: [Start Date]
• Expiration Date: [End Date]
• Total Duration: [Number] months.
• Upon expiration of this term, the Lease may be renewed only upon mutual written consent and execution of a fresh agreement or addendum, subject to a statutory rent escalation as agreed by both Parties.

3. Rent & Payment Terms (வாடகை மற்றும் செலுத்தும் முறை)

• Monthly Rent: ₹[Monthly Rent Amount] (Rupees [Rent in Words] only).
• Due Date: The Lessee shall pay the monthly rent in advance on or before the [Day of the Month] day of each calendar month.
• Mode of Payment: Bank Transfer / UPI / Cheque to Lessor’s designated account:
  • Bank Name: [Bank Name]
  • Account Number: [Account Number]
  • IFSC Code: [IFSC Code]
• Delayed Payment Penalty: A grace period of [Number] days is permitted, post which a late fee of ₹[Late Fee Amount] per day shall accrue.

4. Security Deposit (முன்பணம்)

• The Lessee has paid an interest-free refundable Security Deposit of ₹[Security Deposit Amount] (Rupees [Deposit in Words] only) via [Payment Mode/Reference Number] on or before execution hereof.
• Refund Terms: The Lessor shall refund the Security Deposit within [Number] days of vacation and handover of vacant possession of the Scheduled Property, subject to deductions for unpaid utilities, structural damages beyond normal wear and tear, and arrears of rent.

5. Utilities & Maintenance (மின்சாரம், தண்ணீர் மற்றும் பராமரிப்பு கட்டணம்)

• Electricity & Water: The Lessee shall bear all charges for electricity and water consumed based on actual meter readings and utility bills. Current Meter Reading at handover: [Meter Reading].
• Maintenance Charges: Monthly society/apartment maintenance charges amounting to ₹[Maintenance Amount] shall be borne by the [Lessor / Lessee].

6. Permitted Use & Subletting (பயன்பாட்டு முறை மற்றும் உள்வாடகை)

• The Scheduled Property shall be used strictly for residential purposes by the Lessee and immediate family members.
• The Lessee shall not sublet, assign, transfer, or part with possession of the Scheduled Property or any portion thereof to any third party under any circumstances.

7. Maintenance, Alterations & Repairs (பராமரிப்பு மற்றும் பழுது பார்த்தல்)

• Minor repairs (costing up to ₹[Amount]) shall be borne by the Lessee. Major structural repairs (roof leakage, plumbing lines, electrical wiring) shall be the responsibility of the Lessor.
• The Lessee shall not make any structural alterations, additions, or paint modifications to the Scheduled Property without prior written consent of the Lessor.

8. Inspection & Access (சொத்தை பார்வையிட உரிமை)

• The Lessor or their authorized agent reserves the right to enter and inspect the Scheduled Property with prior notice of at least [Number] hours, at a reasonable time, to assess condition or execute mandatory repairs.

9. Termination & Notice Period (ஒப்பந்த ரத்து மற்றும் அறிவிப்பு காலம்)

• Either Party may terminate this Agreement by issuing a clear written notice of [Number] months to the other Party.
• If the Lessee vacates prior to the lock-in period of [Number] months, the Security Deposit is subject to forfeiture as liquidated damages.

10. Statutory Compliance & Jurisdiction (சட்ட விதிமுறைகள்)

• The Lessee shall comply with all local municipal, police verification, and association bylaws.
• Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within [City/District, Tamil Nadu].

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5. Signatures & Acknowledgment Block

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Residential Lease Agreement under their own free will and volition on the day, month, and year first written above.

LESSOR (வீட்டு உரிமையாளர்):

• Signature: ___________________________________
• Printed Name: [Lessor Full Legal Name]
• Date: [Date]

LESSEE (வாடகைதாரர்):

• Signature: ___________________________________
• Printed Name: [Lessee Full Legal Name]
• Date: [Date]

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WITNESSES (சாட்சிகள்):

1. Witness 1:

   • Name: [Witness 1 Name]
   • Address: [Witness 1 Address]
   • Signature: ______________________

2. Witness 2:

   • Name: [Witness 2 Name]
   • Address: [Witness 2 Address]
   • Signature: ______________________

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6. Step-by-Step Execution Guide

1. Stamp Paper Procurement: Print the finalized text of this Agreement onto Non-Judicial Stamp Paper of appropriate statutory value as mandated by the Tamil Nadu Stamp Act (typically ₹20 or ₹100 depending on lease duration), or execute through e-stamping.
2. Notarization & Registration: For leases exceeding 11 months, compulsory registration under the Indian Registration Act is required at the local Sub-Registrar Office. For 11-month leases, notarization by a licensed Notary Public is strongly recommended for evidentiary strength.
3. Police Verification: Submit a copy of this executed Agreement along with the Lessee’s identity proof to the local jurisdictional police station or via the Tamil Nadu Police online portal for mandatory tenant verification.
4. Inventory Handover: Complete a physical walk-through of the Scheduled Property, document existing fixtures/damages, record initial meter readings, and formally hand over the keys concurrent with the receipt of the Security Deposit.