§ 45

If the rent is significantly higher than the value of the leased property, the tenant may demand a reduction to a reasonable amount considering this. When assessing the rent and the value of the leased property, the rule in § 42, applies correspondingly.

Stk. 2.In a decision pursuant to stk. 1, consideration must be given to the circumstances mentioned in § 42.

Stk. 3.If the rent is reduced pursuant to stk. 1, the tenant may demand a refund of the excess amount paid.

Stk. 4.A case for rent reduction must be brought within 1 year after the date the rent or increased rent is first due.

Stk. 5.In properties with tenant representation, the tenant representatives may demand a rent reduction. If the rent is reduced, the refund amount is primarily used to cover the tenant representatives' expenses for the case.