Rent Cap
Limit on the rent amount for new lettings.
In areas with a tight housing market, the rent on re-letting may be at most ten percent above the local comparative rent. There are exceptions, for example for new buildings. Tenants can challenge an excessive rent and reclaim amounts overpaid.
The relevant statutes
§ 556d BGB
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