<blockquote><blockquote>As a tenant in Kenya, you have several rights that are protected by law, specifically under the Landlord and Tenant Act (Shop, Hotels and Catering Establishments) Cap 301 and the Rent Restriction Act Cap 296. Moreover, these rights are often detailed within the lease or rental agreement you sign with your landlord. Here are some of your key rights as a tenant:<br><br></blockquote><h3>1. Right to Quiet Enjoyment:</h3>You have the right to enjoy the property without unnecessary disturbance from the landlord or their agents. This means the landlord must not interfere with your peace, comfort, or privacy in using the leased premises.<br><br><h3>2. Right to be Issued with a Rent Book:</h3>For those paying monthly rent, you have the right to be issued with a rent book or similar documentation which tracks payments and serves as a record of the transaction between the landlord and the tenant.<br><br><h3>3. Right to Habitability:</h3>Your landlord is required to ensure the property is in a habitable state, with basic standards of safety, health, and repair upheld.<br><br><h3>4. Right to Notice before Rent Increase:</h3>Landlords must give you statutory notice if they intend to increase the rent, and any increase must be justifiable and compliant with the terms of your lease agreement and prevailing laws.<br><br><h3>5. Right to Security of Tenure:</h3>As a tenant, you have the right to remain in the property until the end of your lease term, providing you comply with the rental agreement, unless there are legal grounds for eviction.<br><br><h3>6. Right to Be Issued With Notice before Eviction:</h3>The landlord must issue you with an appropriate notice before eviction, and any eviction must follow due process in accordance with the law.<br><br><h3>7. Right to Receipts and Statements:</h3>You are entitled to receive receipts for payments made, and upon request, the landlord should provide a statement of your account, detailing all transactions made.<br><br><h3>8. Right to Deduct Withheld Services:</h3>If you have had to pay for services that the landlord should have provided, such as repairs that the landlord refused to carry out, you might have the right to deduct such costs from your rent. However, this should be approached cautiously and typically requires prior legal advice.<br><br><h3>9. Right to Privacy:</h3>Your landlord cannot enter the rented premises without your permission except in an emergency or if it has been permitted in the lease and proper notice has been given.<br><br><h3>10. Right to Deposit and How It's Managed:</h3>If you pay a deposit, you have a right to have that deposit returned at the end of your tenancy, assuming you've met the conditions of your lease.<br><br>It is important to note that these rights can vary depending on the type of tenancy you have and can be subject to the specific terms of your lease. It is also essential to read and fully understand your lease agreement before signing. If you feel that any of your rights as a tenant are being infringed upon, you may seek legal advice to help you address the situation. Where necessary, lawyer recommendations are forthcoming to aid you in finding the right legal assistance. Please remember, for any detailed case law or further legal inquiries, access to Kenyan case laws will be coming soon, which can provide additional legal insights specific to your situation.</blockquote><p><br></p>