Can landlords charge tenants for repainting walls? What Delhi High Court said

 Tenants aren’t always responsible for repainting or minor repairs upon moving out. A Delhi High Court ruling clarified that landlords must distinguish between normal wear and tear, which they cover, and actual damage caused by tenants. While routine painting is the landlord’s duty, significant damage like removed fittings can be charged to the tenant, provided the landlord proves it and apportions costs fairly. Tenants aren’t always responsible for repainting or minor repairs upon moving out. A Delhi High Court ruling clarified that landlords must distinguish between normal wear and tear, which they cover, and actual damage caused by tenants. While routine painting is the landlord’s duty, significant damage like removed fittings can be charged to the tenant, provided the landlord proves it and apportions costs fairly.