This depends on the terms of each individual lease, but tenants are usually responsible for keeping the property in good repair and condition. The extent of this responsibility can depend on the nature of the property and in some cases, its current and/or previous state of repair. Tenants are also usually responsible for redecorating the property and renewing certain parts of the property (such as carpets and other fixtures) in some cases. The nature of the interest and the overall building will also impact on repair obligations and so, for example, tenants can benefit from carve-outs of repair obligations if relevant to the demise and nature of their interest. Both landlords and tenants need to pay careful attention to their repair obligations and our lawyers can help you navigate this tricky area.