{"id":11438,"date":"2025-01-14T11:28:42","date_gmt":"2025-01-14T11:28:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/tenant-or-landlord-who-pays-for-repairs\/"},"modified":"2025-01-14T14:30:57","modified_gmt":"2025-01-14T14:30:57","slug":"tenant-or-landlord-who-pays-for-repairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/tenant-or-landlord-who-pays-for-repairs\/","title":{"rendered":"Who Pays for Repairs in a Rental Property in Spain?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most common questions among landlords and tenants is: <strong>Who pays for repairs in a rental property?<\/strong> This issue can cause conflicts if the responsibilities of each party are not clearly established from the start. In Spain, the key to avoiding problems is to understand which repairs are the landlord\u2019s responsibility and which must be assumed by the tenant, according to the Ley de Arrendamientos Urbanos (LAU).<\/p>\n<p>If you are considering buying property in Spain to rent out, it\u2019s essential to know the regulations. In this article, we\u2019ll explain the legal framework regarding repairs in rental properties in a simple way.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Tabla de contenidos<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/tenant-or-landlord-who-pays-for-repairs\/#What_does_Spanish_law_say_about_repairs_in_rental_properties\" title=\"What does Spanish law say about repairs in rental properties?\">What does Spanish law say about repairs in rental properties?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/tenant-or-landlord-who-pays-for-repairs\/#Repairs_at_owners_expense\" title=\"Repairs at owner&#8217;s expense\">Repairs at owner&#8217;s expense<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/tenant-or-landlord-who-pays-for-repairs\/#Repairs_at_tenants_expense\" title=\"Repairs at tenant&#8217;s expense\">Repairs at tenant&#8217;s expense<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/tenant-or-landlord-who-pays-for-repairs\/#How_to_avoid_conflicts_between_landlords_and_tenants\" title=\"How to avoid conflicts between landlords and tenants?\">How to avoid conflicts between landlords and tenants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/tenant-or-landlord-who-pays-for-repairs\/#What_about_urgent_repairs\" title=\"What about urgent repairs?\">What about urgent repairs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/tenant-or-landlord-who-pays-for-repairs\/#Practical_tips_to_avoid_problems\" title=\"Practical tips to avoid problems\">Practical tips to avoid problems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/tenant-or-landlord-who-pays-for-repairs\/#Thinking_of_buying_a_property_in_Spain_to_rent_out\" title=\"Thinking of buying a property in Spain to rent out?\">Thinking of buying a property in Spain to rent out?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_Spanish_law_say_about_repairs_in_rental_properties\"><\/span>What does Spanish law say about repairs in rental properties?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boe.es\/buscar\/act.php?id=BOE-A-1994-26003\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Ley de Arrendamientos Urbanos (LAU)<\/a> regulates the obligations of landlords and tenants concerning property maintenance and repairs. The law makes a clear distinction between necessary repairs to maintain the property\u2019s habitability and minor repairs due to daily wear and tear.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Repairs_at_owners_expense\"><\/span>Repairs at owner&#8217;s expense<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The landlord must take care of:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Structural repairs (roofs, walls, electrical or plumbing systems).<\/li>\n<li>Repairs affecting the habitability of the property (dampness, leaks, heating issues).<\/li>\n<li>Replacement of appliances provided with the property when they stop working due to normal wear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For example, if the property\u2019s boiler breaks down and stops functioning correctly, the landlord is responsible for its repair or replacement.<br \/>\n<strong>Important note:<\/strong> According to Spanish law, the landlord cannot raise the rent to cover the cost of these repairs, as keeping the property in good condition is a legal obligation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Repairs_at_tenants_expense\"><\/span>Repairs at tenant&#8217;s expense<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The tenant must handle:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Minor repairs needed due to normal wear and tear.<\/li>\n<li>Small fixes, such as replacing light bulbs, repairing leaking taps, or fixing blinds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For instance, if a blind stops working due to daily use, the tenant must repair it. Additionally, if a damage results from improper use or negligence, the tenant will be responsible for covering the repair costs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_avoid_conflicts_between_landlords_and_tenants\"><\/span>How to avoid conflicts between landlords and tenants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To avoid misunderstandings, it\u2019s essential to <strong>clearly outline repair responsibilities in the rental agreement.<\/strong> Although the LAU provides general guidelines, including specific clauses in the contract can help prevent many issues.<br \/>\nFor example, you can specify what types of repairs each party considers &#8220;minor&#8221; or outline procedures to manage urgent repairs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_about_urgent_repairs\"><\/span>What about urgent repairs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are situations where an <strong>urgent repair<\/strong>\u00a0is required, such as a water leak that could cause significant damage to the property or neighbouring units.<br \/>\nIn such cases, if the landlord is not available to resolve the issue quickly, the tenant can carry out the repair immediately and subsequently request reimbursement from the landlord. It\u2019s important for the tenant to keep all receipts and documentation to justify the urgency and costs incurred.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_tips_to_avoid_problems\"><\/span>Practical tips to avoid problems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are some tips to prevent conflicts related to repairs in a rental property in Spain:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Maintain clear communication.<\/strong> Both the landlord and tenant should keep an open dialogue to address any repair issues promptly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Review the contract.<\/strong> Ensure that the rental agreement includes a section outlining maintenance and repair responsibilities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Keep receipts.<\/strong> Both landlords and tenants should save any repair receipts in case of disputes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thinking_of_buying_a_property_in_Spain_to_rent_out\"><\/span>Thinking of buying a property in Spain to rent out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re considering <a href=\"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/investing-in-fuerteventura\/\">buying property in Spain as an investment<\/a>, it\u2019s essential to understand the maintenance responsibilities involved. As a landlord, you\u2019ll need to keep your property in good condition to offer tenants a safe and problem-free rental experience.<br \/>\nAt Casilla de Costa, we offer a range of <a href=\"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/new-build-properties-fuerteventura\/\">properties in Fuerteventura<\/a>, a prime destination for those looking to invest in the Spanish real estate market. If you\u2019re interested in earning rental income from your property, <a href=\"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/contact\/\">contact us through our form<\/a>. We\u2019ll help you find the ideal property and guide you through every step of the process.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most common questions among landlords and tenants is: Who pays for repairs in a rental property? 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