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Substandard housing obliges the landlord to carry out works, and an unfitness order can suspend the rent. Fitness criteria, banned energy-poor homes, applying to the town hall and the family allowance fund, and rent reductions.

A security deposit must be returned within one month, or two where the inventories differ. Lawful deductions, wear and tear, the 10% monthly penalty, free conciliation and the court application.

A landlord's notice to quit is valid only to sell, to move in, or for a legitimate and serious reason. Six months' notice, the tenant's right of first refusal, protection for older tenants and fraudulent notices.