Rigid redecoration intervals in the rental contract – valid?
Likely invalid — such a clause does not bind you.
Rigid renovation schedules are void (BGH VIII ZR 242/13).
What you can do next
This deadline clause is ineffective. Cosmetic repairs are determined by the actual condition.
The law behind it
BGH VIII ZR 242/13 · 2015-03-18
Rigid renovation schedules for cosmetic repairs are void because they unreasonably disadvantage the tenant.
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