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The Residential Lease For Single Family Home agreement is a legally binding document used in Germany for the rental of standalone residential properties. It serves as the primary contract between landlord and tenant, structured in accordance with the German Civil Code (BGB) and related housing regulations. This document is essential when renting out a single-family home in Germany, as it incorporates specific provisions required by German law, including detailed sections on operating costs, energy efficiency requirements, and tenant protections. The agreement is designed to protect both parties' interests while ensuring compliance with strict German tenancy laws, making it suitable for both private landlords and professional property managers. It includes comprehensive terms covering rent, maintenance, utilities, and specific provisions unique to single-family home rentals, such as garden maintenance and external property care.

1. Parties: Identification of landlord and tenant(s) with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Brief context of the rental arrangement and property overview

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Property Description: Detailed description of the rental property including address and specific included areas

5. Term and Commencement: Duration of the lease and start date

6. Rent and Payment Terms: Monthly rent amount, payment method, due date, and late payment consequences

7. Security Deposit: Amount, payment terms, and conditions for return of the security deposit

8. Operating Costs (Betriebskosten): Breakdown of additional costs and utilities, payment structure, and annual reconciliation process

9. Heating and Warm Water Supply: Arrangements for heating and warm water, including cost allocation

10. Maintenance and Repairs: Responsibilities of landlord and tenant for maintenance, repairs, and renovations

11. Use of Property: Permitted use of the property and restrictions

12. Tenant Obligations: Key responsibilities including property care, reporting damages, and compliance with house rules

13. Landlord Obligations: Key responsibilities including maintenance of structure and facilities

14. Insurance: Required insurance coverage for both parties

15. Access Rights: Conditions under which landlord may enter the property

16. Termination: Notice periods and conditions for termination by either party

17. Return of Property: Condition requirements and process for property return at lease end

18. Notices: How formal communications between parties should be made

19. Data Protection: GDPR compliance and handling of personal data

20. Governing Law: Confirmation of German law application and jurisdiction