What to Do if the Landlord Breaches a Najem Okazjonalny Lease

What to do if the landlord breaches a Najem Okazjonalny lease

Although Najem Okazjonalny in Poland is designed to protect both parties, tenants still encounter landlord breaches in practice. These can include unlawful rent increases, refusal to return the deposit, unauthorized visits, or unilateral changes to the contract. To preserve your rights, act correctly and within the law.

Which landlord actions are breaches

• Unlawful access to the dwelling. Visits without prior arrangement, giving keys to third parties.
• Unjustified deposit withholding. Keeping all funds without documented grounds.
• Unilateral rent increases. Changing the rent without consent and without the contractual procedure.
• Failure to perform obligations. Refusing to repair serious defects or address emergencies.
• Premature termination. Attempting to evict without grounds provided in Najem Okazjonalny.

Step-by-step response for tenants

1. Document the breach. Take photos/videos; keep correspondence and paperwork proving the breach.
2. Send a formal notice. Mail an official letter (preferably registered) describing the breach and demanding remedy.
3. Negotiate/mediate. Try to settle in writing or with a lawyer/mediator.
4. Report to oversight bodies. For serious issues, contact the Powiatowy Inspektorat Nadzoru Budowlanego (County Building Control Inspectorate) or tenant-advocacy organisations.
5. Seek judicial relief. If unresolved, file a claim in court using the Najem Okazjonalny lease and your evidence.

Common disputes and how to handle them

Tips for tenants

• Record all key arrangements in writing, not verbally.
• Use official channels — registered mail, email.
• Keep the lease, appendices and payment confirmations.
• In disputes, consult a lawyer or tenant-rights organisation.

FAQ

Conclusion

Landlord breaches under Najem Okazjonalny are not uncommon, but tenants have robust tools to defend themselves. Accurate documentation, formal written notices and — if necessary — court action are key. The better prepared you are, the higher your chances of a swift, calm resolution.