The aim of this semester 4 module is to advance the students understanding of the law regulating the relationship between landlord and tenant both in the residential and commercial market. (Land ownership & transfer not relevant to this module).
Landlord and Tenant Law
Statute of Frauds; Deasy's Act 1860; The Land and Conveyancing Law Reform Act 2009. Commercial (FRI) leases and recentdevelopments (definition, obligations, rent reviews); Leasehold and Licences.
Property Management Law
Multi Unit Development Act (2011). Regulatory Provisions for Property Service Providers - including most up to date legislation (e.i. pressure zones)
Leasehold and Licences
Creation of landlord tenant relationship; Types of relationship; Residential Tenancies Act 2004
Commercial Lease
Commercial Lead recent developments (including break clauses). Essential contents; Term and Renewal; Rights; Break Options; Assignment/Subletting. Repair Obligations; Lender Consent; & VAT.
Residential Lease
Landlord and Tenant obligations pursuant to the 'Residential Lease' Tenancies Act, 2004-2018 and the Planning and Development (Housing) and Residential Tenancies Act 2016.
Land and Tenant Disputes
Recent decisions.
Current issues
Current issues facing landlords
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Other Assessment(s) | 40 |
| Formal Examination | 60 |