Payment Plan to Avoid Eviction — Tenants in Austria
What is a payment plan?
A payment plan is a written agreement between tenant and landlord that sets out instalments, amounts and deadlines. Such a plan does not automatically change the tenancy but can help prevent immediate eviction if both parties agree. For legal orientation consult the Mietrechtsgesetz (MRG)[1].
How to negotiate a payment plan
- rent: Contact the landlord early and propose realistic instalments.
- record: Gather all receipts and bank statements showing outstanding payments.
- notice: Request a written confirmation of the agreed plan.
Formal steps and deadlines
When you make a payment agreement, pay attention to exact amounts, payment dates and a deadline for full settlement. If a termination has already been served, deadlines are crucial: respond in writing and on time, otherwise an eviction title may become final. Keep copies of all letters and payment proofs.
If a legal termination is threatened
If the case proceeds to legal termination, the district court is often competent. You can view and sometimes submit relevant forms via JustizOnline[2]. In many cases you should try to negotiate a payment plan even during proceedings, possibly with tenant-advice support.
FAQ
- Can a payment plan stop an eviction?
- Yes, if the landlord agrees to the plan and the agreed instalments are paid, immediate eviction can often be avoided.
- Does a payment plan need notarization?
- Usually not; a written agreement is sufficient, clear payment deadlines and proofs are important.
- What if the landlord refuses?
- Then legal proceedings may be the only option; check tenant advice services and legal protections.
How-To
- rent: Contact the landlord immediately and propose concrete instalments.
- record: Compile a full overview of debts and receipts.
- notice: Request a written agreement with clear dates and amounts.
- within: Observe all deadlines and keep payment proofs.
