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A sublease may become a direct lease

It is increasingly common for property owners to lease residential apartments to companies, which subsequently sublet the units to private individuals. For tenants, this often leads to excessive rents and an insecure housing situation.

However, pursuant to Chapter 7, Section 31 of the Swedish Land Code, tenants enjoy stronger legal protection than many people realize.

If a property owner grants a company the right to use a residential property and the company then sublets the apartment, a tenant may, as a general starting point, assert the same rights against the property owner as if the lease had been entered into directly with the tenant.

This applies where there is a common interest between the property owner and the company, and where the arrangement can be assumed to be used to circumvent tenant protection rules.

This means that you may be entitled to:

  • A direct lease agreement with the property owner.
  • A fair and reasonable rent in accordance with applicable landlord–tenant laws.
  • More secure housing conditions and long-term legal protection.

How can we assist you

At DER Disputes, we specialize in real estate dispute resolution and represent our clients in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings. We have extensive experience handling complex matters where both legal expertise and strategic thinking are essential.

We assist you by:

  • Assessing whether the legal requirements under Chapter 7, Section 31 of the Swedish Land Code are met.
  • Representing you against the property owner and safeguarding your rights.
  • Pursuing your case through litigation, all the way to court if necessary.

Fee structure

Clients are not charged for DER Disputes’ work during the course of the assignment. Our starting point is that payment of fees is required only if a successful outcome is achieved.

Experience and results

With our in-depth understanding of real estate law and the unique conditions of the real estate industry, we work to achieve sustainable results — regardless of whether the objective is a direct lease agreement, a reduced rent, or judicial review.

Contact us to discuss your situation and learn how we can help you secure your rights as a tenant.

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