Under the wording of section 6(1) of the Himachal Pradesh Urban Rent Control Act, 1987 as substituted…
The wording substituted for section 6(1) lists special repairs along with additions, improvements and alterations. It requires the landlord to do the work at the tenant’s…
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Under the wording of section 6(1) of the Himachal Pradesh Urban Rent Control Act, 1987 as substituted in 2012, which kind of repairs is listed alongside additions, improvements and alterations as a ground for increasing standard rent?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer B
The wording substituted for section 6(1) lists special repairs along with additions, improvements and alterations.
It requires the landlord to do the work at the tenant’s written request and caps the increase under that subsection at ten per cent of the cost of the qualifying work.
Option feedback
Option A
The provision specifies special repairs.
Option B
Special repairs are expressly listed. The landlord must carry out the work at the tenant’s written request.
Option C
The provision identifies a particular kind of repair and sets conditions for it.
Option D
The provision requires a written request from the tenant.
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