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My landlord asks to see proof of insurance. What is he on about?

April 26, 2017asks Insurance landlord proof

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My landlord asks to see proof of insurance. What is he on about?

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According to French law (“Loi Quillot”) a landlord can require to see proof of insurance before handing over the keys to a tenant. He can also ask to see proof of renewal every year. This is actually a protection of the tenant as he will be held liable in case of fire or water damage.