Tenant's Unauthorized Renovations and Expense Claims
This article provides general information. Legislation, time limits and amounts may change over time; obtain an up-to-date assessment of your specific situation.
Attorney Gizem Gonce
October 30, 2026 — What happens if the tenant carries out renovations not permitted by the landlord?
Attorney Gizem Gonce
Can a tenant carry out renovations without getting permission from the landlord?
The nature of the renovation is important. Substantial modification of the leased property or structural interventions may require the written permission of the lessor.
Can the tenant recover the expenses made?
An evaluation is made according to contract provisions, whether the renovation was compulsory, and the landlord's approval. Automatic refund of every expense is not in question.
For general informational purposes. The documents, application routes, and deadlines of the specific case must be evaluated separately.