Landlord

A landlord or superior Landlord, as defined under the Landlord and tenant Act is generally, the proprietor of the freehold title or the head leasehold title. This is a person or entity who own the property and grant individual leases to allow the occupation of  parts of a building. The lease is a legally binding contract that establishes the rights and obligations of both the landlord (freeholder/owner) and the tenant (leaseholder).  

The landlord holds the interest in the property (often the freehold) and grants the tenant a right to occupy and use it for a specified period (the "term") in exchange for rent and other payments (like service charges). 

The lease document will explicitly name the landlord and the tenant, along with the address of the property.  

 A lease outlines the landlord's express and implied responsibilities. These often include:

• Carrying out major or structural repairs to the property.
• Keeping essential services (water, gas, electricity, heating) in working order.
• Ensuring the property is fit for human habitation and free from health hazards.
• Respecting the tenant's right to live peacefully in the accommodation (quiet enjoyment).
• Providing proper notice (except in emergencies) before entering the property.

 The landlord's rights, as detailed in the lease, generally include:

• Receiving timely rent and service charge payments from the tenant.
• Setting rules for property use (e.g., about alterations, sub-letting, or keeping pets).