Utility contracts are an essential aspect of rental agreements in Turkey, ensuring access to electricity, water, gas, and other services. Managing utility responsibilities can sometimes lead to misunderstandings between tenants and landlords. At Bayraktar Law Firm, we offer specialized legal assistance to foreign clients to clarify and address utility-related clauses in rental agreements.
Key Considerations for Utility Contracts
- Responsibility for Utilities: Determining whether tenants or landlords are responsible for setting up and paying utility accounts.
- Transfer of Accounts: Ensuring a smooth transfer of utility accounts to the tenant’s name, if required.
- Shared Properties: Addressing payment structures for utilities in multi-tenant buildings or shared accommodations.
- Outstanding Debts: Verifying that no prior unpaid utility bills are transferred to the tenant.
- Termination Procedures: Clarifying the process for closing utility accounts at the end of the lease.
Our Legal Services for Utility-Related Matters
- Lease Agreement Review: Ensuring utility clauses in rental agreements are clear and comply with Turkish law.
- Utility Account Assistance: Guiding clients through the process of setting up or transferring utility accounts.
- Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in conflicts over unpaid utility bills or shared expenses.
- Outstanding Debt Checks: Verifying that properties are free from previous utility debts before lease signing.
- Termination Guidance: Advising on proper utility account closure procedures at the end of a tenancy.
Why Choose Bayraktar Law Firm?
Our expertise in Turkish rental law and our commitment to serving foreign clients ensure that all utility-related issues are addressed clearly and efficiently. We help protect your interests by ensuring utility responsibilities are well-defined and legally compliant.
