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Change of Rent Notice - Template, Sample Form

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What is a Change of Rent Notice?

A Change of Rent Notice is a ready-to-use legal template for Nigeria. You complete it by answering a few plain-English questions, then download the finished document in Word and PDF.

What does the Change of Rent Notice cover?

The Change of Rent Notice is organised into sections covering §1. Introduction, §2. Description of the Premises, §3. Notice of Increase, §4. Effect and Conditions of the Increase, §5. Tenant's Right to Respond, so the important points are captured in a clear, consistent structure.

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Is a Change of Rent Notice legally binding?

Once it is properly completed and signed by everyone involved, a Change of Rent Notice is generally legally binding in Nigeria, provided it meets the legal requirements that apply to this type of document.

What laws apply to a Change of Rent Notice in Nigeria?

A Change of Rent Notice should comply with the laws in force in Nigeria. This template is built around the provisions such situations commonly require, but the rules can vary by region and change over time, so check the current requirements for your case.

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NOTICE OF INCREASE OF RENT

(Issued pursuant to the applicable Tenancy/Rent Control Law of the State in which the demised premises are situate)

________

(Landlord/Authorised Agent)

________

Telephone: ________ | Email: ________


Date: ________

TO:

________ ("the Tenant")
________

Dear ________,

RE: NOTICE OF INCREASE OF RENT IN RESPECT OF THE PROPERTY KNOWN AS ________

§1. Introduction

  1. This Notice is given to you by, or on behalf of, the Landlord, ________, in respect of the premises described in §2 below ("the Premises"), which you hold as Tenant.
  2. This Notice is issued in accordance with the terms of the Tenancy Agreement dated ________ made between the parties and in compliance with the applicable Tenancy/Rent Control Law of ________ State and the general principles of Nigerian property and contract law.

§2. Description of the Premises

  1. The Premises affected by this Notice are situate at and known as: ________, currently occupied by the Tenant as a ________ tenant.

§3. Notice of Increase

  1. TAKE NOTICE that, with effect from ________ ("the Effective Date"), the annual rent payable in respect of the Premises shall be increased.
  2. The current annual rent is ₦________ (________ Naira).
  3. The new annual rent payable with effect from the Effective Date shall be ₦________ (________ Naira).
  4. Accordingly, the total increase in the annual rent is ₦________ (________ Naira).

§4. Effect and Conditions of the Increase

  1. Should you elect to continue in occupation of the Premises after the Effective Date, you shall be required to pay the new annual rent of ₦________ (________ Naira).
  2. The new rent shall be paid on or before the Effective Date by means of ________ to such account or address as the Landlord may direct.
  3. Save for the variation of the rent set out in this Notice, all other terms, covenants and conditions contained in the existing Tenancy Agreement shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect.
  4. Nothing in this Notice shall be construed as creating any new tenancy or as a waiver of any of the Landlord's rights, remedies or covenants under the Tenancy Agreement or under the applicable law.

§5. Tenant's Right to Respond

  1. You are kindly requested to confirm in writing, on or before ________, whether you intend to continue with the tenancy on the revised terms.

§6. Enquiries

  1. Should you require any clarification regarding the contents of this Notice, kindly contact the undersigned on telephone number ________ or by email at ________.

Thank you for your continued tenancy and cooperation. I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours faithfully,



______________________

________
________
(Landlord/Authorised Agent)


ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT

I, ________, acknowledge receipt of the original of this Notice of Increase of Rent on this day.

Signature: ______________________

Name: ________

Date: ________

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