Property Abroad
Blog
The bill 404 has been passed, which gives residents of Georgia more protection.

The bill 404 has been passed, which gives residents of Georgia more protection.

The bill 404 has been passed, which gives residents of Georgia more protection.

A law on safe housing has been signed in Georgia, aimed at balancing power between tenants and landlords by providing additional protection for tenants. The law, called the Safe at Home Act, was signed by Governor Brian Kemp.

One of the important aspects of the new law

is that owners are obliged to provide housing that is "suitable for human habitation". Previously, judges could not require owners to improve housing conditions, but this is now possible thanks to a new law.

Many residents

Similar to Terry Williams from Columbus, they face issues such as a leaking roof, mold, rotting floors, and other deficiencies.

Recommended real estate
Rent in Georgia for 500$

Rent flat in Tbilisi 500,00 $

1 Bedroom

1 Bathroom

50 м²

Rent in Georgia for 2400$

Rent flat in Tbilisi 2 400,00 $

3 Bedrooms

5 Bathrooms

750 м²

Buy in Georgia for 70000$

Sale flat in Tbilisi 70 000,00 $

5 Bedrooms

4 Bathrooms

113 м²

Rent in Georgia for 1000$

Rent flat in Tbilisi 1 000,00 $

2 Bedrooms

1 Bathroom

65 м²

Buy in Georgia for 96500$

Sale flat in Tbilisi 96 500,00 $

2 Bedrooms

1 Bathroom

77 м²

Rent in Georgia for 550$

Rent flat in Tbilisi 550,00 $

1 Bedroom

1 Bathroom

55 м²

Williams stated that he has contacted his landlord several times requesting repairs, but the problems remain unresolved.

New law

It gives tenants a thirty-day notice before being evicted and sets a limit on the security deposit to two months' rent. This law will come into effect on July 1.

Rental housing reform

It aims to ensure a balance of interests between tenants and property owners, as well as to raise housing standards in the state.

Comment