Acts No. 92/160 ,92/159

The debate surrounding Lebanon’s «old rent» laws reflects divergent perspectives between tenants and landlords, entrenched within legislative frameworks such as Rent Acts No. 92/159 and 92/160 enacted in 1992. These laws established rent control for pre1992- properties, maintaining rates below market values due to socioeconomic instability. Proposed amendments aim to rectify these disparities by updating rental rates while safeguarding long-term tenants. Against the backdrop of the current economic crisis and significant devaluation of the Lebanese lira akin to conditions in 1992, these discussions carry heightened significance.