Master rent agreements, statutory advance deposit protections, DMP tenant verification, and dispute resolution under the Premises Rent Control Act.
Premises Rent Control Act 1991
৳300 Non-Judicial Stamp Agreement
DMP Tenant Verification (CIMS)
Interactive Move-In Readiness Checklist
Verify every contractual term, meter reading, and police clearance before paying advance rent or moving furniture.
Tenant Protection Score: 33%
Unprotected — Missing Written Agreement
Written Agreement on ৳300 Stamp
Executed tenancy deed detailing monthly rent, deposit amount, and exact 1 to 2 month notice period terms.
Signed Advance Deposit Money Receipt
Landlord's signed receipt specifying whether advance payment is refundable security or adjustable rent.
Dedicated Electricity Meter Day-One Reading
Documented starting kilowatt-hour unit or prepaid card balance signed off by both tenant and owner.
Building Service Charge & Generator Terms
Clear breakdown of lift, security, common area cleaning, and diesel fuel surcharges during load shedding.
Completed DMP CIMS Verification Form
Filled tenant information form with NID and passport photos submitted to the local Thana / Police Station.
Annual Rent Review Cap Specified
Explicit covenant barring mid-year rent increases, restricting revisions to a maximum of once every 12 months.
The 4 Essential Pillars of Renting in Bangladesh
From neighborhood due diligence to deposit recovery, follow this statutory framework for a peaceful tenancy.
Pillar 01
3–7 Days
Pre-Lease Due Diligence & Budgeting
Inspect the apartment in daylight for dampness, water pressure, and mobile network reception. Confirm whether the building uses prepaid gas cylinders or pipeline Titas, verify individual DESCO/DPDC meter separation, and calculate full monthly overheads including society service charges.
Essential Docs:
Building Rulebook, Recent Utility Bills, Sample Lease
Warning: Shared electricity sub-meters often lead to inflated tariff calculations and disputes.
Pillar 02
1–3 Days
Tenancy Agreement Clauses to Insist On
Execute the agreement on ৳300 non-judicial stamp paper. Insist on clear clauses covering notice periods (usually 1 or 2 months for both sides), structural repair obligations on the landlord, zero deductions for normal wear and tear, and mandatory written rent receipts under Section 13.
Essential Docs:
৳300 Non-Judicial Stamp Deed, NID Photocopies
Warning: Verbal rent agreements offer zero legal standing if a landlord attempts arbitrary eviction.
Pillar 03
First 7 Days
Move-In Formalities & DMP Police Verification
Fill out the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Citizen Information Management System (CIMS) tenant profile with passport-sized photos, emergency contacts, and NID copies. Submit one copy to the local Thana and retain an acknowledged copy. Record baseline meter readings with photos.
Essential Docs:
DMP Tenant Form, Meter Baseline Photos, Key Handover Log
Warning: Failure to submit police verification violates DMP civic regulations and can lead to administrative scrutiny.
Pillar 04
30–60 Days Notice
Dispute Handling & Deposit Recovery
Know your statutory rights under the Premises Rent Control Act 1991. Landlords cannot disconnect electricity, water, or gas during rent disputes. When vacating, provide written notice matching your agreement, settle final utility bills, and request full return of your refundable deposit.
Essential Docs:
Written Notice Copy, Final Utility Slips, Handover Receipt
Warning: Section 18 criminalizes cutting off water or power; tenants can petition the Rent Controller for emergency relief.
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Frequently Asked Tenant Questions
Statutory answers on utility disconnections, deposit disputes, and Rent Controller legal remedies.
No. Under Section 18 of the Premises Rent Control Act 1991, disconnecting essential utility supplies (electricity, water, gas, lift services) without an order from the Rent Controller is a criminal offense punishable by fines and imprisonment. Tenants can file an urgent application with the local Rent Controller to restore utilities immediately.
Statutory Tenancy Disclaimer
This guide summarizes tenant rights and workflows under the Premises Rent Control Act 1991 and DMP civic guidelines. Tenancy relationships involve binding contractual commitments. HomeNet BD strongly encourages executing written stamp agreements and seeking legal counsel or community mediation in complex eviction disputes.