There is a need for more awareness and understanding of the rights and obligations of tenants and landlords.
Fiji Commerce Commission Chair Joanne Young made this comment after it was revealed that the Commission has received a significant number of complaints which are related to landlord and tenancy issues.
Young says that the Commission was working on a draft Residential Tenancy Bill, which will govern the property rental properties.
She says all the stakeholders will be advised when the consultation will take place on the draft.
Young highlights the issues faced by landlords and tenants including the issue of fair rental amounts will be addressed through the legislation.
Meanwhile, freeze on residential properties and ground rents has been extended and will expire on 31st December 2017.
Members of the public are encouraged to contact Fiji Commerce Commission for any illegal rent increases and if landlords do not issue them proper agreements and receipts.
