The west bengal premises tenancy act, 1956
west-bengal · 1956
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- S. 1(1) This Acl may bc called the Wes~ Bengal Prcmiscs Tcnancy shon tille, Act, 1956
- S. 2In [his Act,unless there is anylhing rcpugnanr in Lhc subjcct or D~finiIi~ns
- S. 3Section 3 specifies conditions under which the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act applies to residential leases registered after 1948.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the rent payment obligations of tenants to landlords under the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act, 1956.
- S. 5Na pcrson shall, in consideration of Lhc grant, renewal or continuance of a lenancy of any premises
- S. 6Section 6 prohibits landlords from requiring furniture purchases as a tenancy condition and restricts advance rent advertisements without Controller's approval.
- S. 7Section 7 allows the Controller to order landlords to refund payments made by tenants in violation of the Act.
- S. 8Section 8 defines "fair rent" for premises under West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act, 1956, based on rent control orders and fixed rates.
- S. 9Section 9 adjusts rent increases based on municipal rate hikes or landlord's approved improvements.
- S. 10The Controller shall, on applicauon made to him cithcr by landlord Conlmllcr
- S. 11(1) Thc lair rent may be rcviscd only ir therc has been an RcvisionoF increasc or decrease in rhe markct value OF the
- S. 12Section 12 outlines the rent adjustments and payment terms when fair rent is fixed or revised by the Controller.
- S. 13Section 13 of the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act, 1956, prohibits recovery of premises by landlords except for specific grounds like tenant misconduct or property transfer without consent.
- S. 14Section 14 prohibits tenants from subletting or assigning their tenancy without landlord's written consent and bans landlords from charging for such consent.
- S. 16( 1) Whcrc nr~cr rhc comrncnccmcnl of this ACI
- S. 17Section 17 mandates tenants to deposit unpaid rent and interest in court or pay landlord if landlord sues for default, with monthly payments thereafter.
- S. 18Section 18 allows tenants to reclaim possession or compensation if landlords fail to rebuild or re-let premises within specified periods after vacating.
- S. 18ARes~ora~ion of lcnnncy where decree for rccovcry of possession is passed under clause (f) of I
- S. 19Section 19 allows tenants to give up premises with proper notice, aligning with tenancy contract terms and Act provisions.
- S. 20Section 20 specifies that suits for recovery of possession under this Act must be filed in designated courts listed in the First Schedule.
- S. 21Section 21 allows tenants to deposit rent with the Controller if the landlord fails to accept it, with specific conditions and affidavit requirements.
- S. 22Section 22 specifies conditions for valid rent deposits under the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act, 1956.
- S. 23Section 23 clarifies that withdrawing rent deposit does not admit correctness of rent rate or default period, nor waives notices to quit.
- S. 24Section 24 states that accepting rent without pending court recovery proceedings waives the landlord's default.
- S. 25Section 25 of the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act, 1956 mandates landlords to provide written receipts for rent paid and allows tenants to seek damages if receipts are not provided.
- S. 25AFixation of fair rarc and number of lodgcrs
- S. 25BRevision or fair ralc and number of lodgcs
- S. 25CNotice of fair rarc and number of lodgers to bc displayed
- S. 25DAgreemenr for paymcnr oC charges in excess of fair rate
- S. 25ENo eviclion if fair ralc paid
- S. 25GChap~cr IVA nor ro apply lo cerlain hotcls or lodging houses
- S. 26Section 26 allows the West Bengal government to appoint Additional Controllers, Deputy Controllers, and Registrars for specified areas under the Act.
- S. 27Section 27 mandates the Controller to complete tenancy applications within three months, except for specific ones needing one month, and to continue hearings unless otherwise noted.
- S. 28Section 28 grants the Controller powers to inspect premises and demand relevant documents for inquiries under the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act, 1956.
- S. 29(1) An appcal shdl lic from a Lnal ordcr of the ConrroIIcr- Appml
- S. 29AProvisions of this chaprcr ro have overriding cffect
- S. 29BSpecial procedure for disposal of applications for cviclion on he ground of botrafide requirement
- S. 30Pcnally Tor recovering renl in exccss of the fair rcnt
- S. 31Section 31 penalizes disturbing or interfering with premises' easements or services without Controller's consent.
- S. 32Section 32 of the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act, 1956, outlines the payment terms for fines imposed under the Act, allowing the Controller to extend the payment deadline if justified.
- S. 33Section 33 bars complaints under sections 30 or 31 after six months from the act's commission.
- S. 34Section 34 allows tenants to request the Controller to compel landlords to make necessary repairs or maintenance, and permits tenants to do it themselves if the landlord fails.
- S. 35Section 35 allows tenants to initiate urgent repairs or measures directly if landlord delays cause personal harm, with Controller oversight.
- S. 36Section 36 allows tenants to apply to the Controller for electricity supply if the landlord refuses, and the Controller can permit it.
- S. 37Section 37 deems a Controller appointed under the Act as a public servant for purposes of the Indian Penal Code.
- S. 38Section 38 makes orders by the Controller enforceable like a civil court decree.
- S. 39Section 39 applies the Indian Limitation Act, 1905 to suits and proceedings under the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act, 1956.
- S. 40Rcpcal and savings
- S. 41No suit, prosecution or other legal proceeding shall lie against ~lroccrdinps
- S. 42Section 42 empowers the West Bengal government to make rules for implementing the Act, including cost and fee regulations.
- S. 1898Section designates the Controller as a Magistrate for recovery proceedings under the Code.
- S. 1908Section 29B of the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act, 1956 prohibits civil courts from entertaining eviction applications against government employees vacating government-provided residential premises.
- S. 1948Bcn, Ord, V of 1916
- S. 19531956, see nolifiarion No
- S. 1956Section outlines procedure for eviction summons when landlord seeks recovery of premises due to reasonable requirement.
- S. 1965Provided [hat if any such lzasc is for a period of not lcss than 20
- S. 1968Section allows tenant to apply to court to set aside eviction order if they deposit remaining deposit or payment within 30 days.