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The Rental Lease Addendum is a crucial legal instrument in Philippine property law that allows parties to modify an existing lease agreement without creating an entirely new contract. This document is typically used when circumstances require changes to the original lease terms, such as rent adjustments, maintenance responsibilities, or occupancy modifications. It must comply with the Civil Code of the Philippines, the Rent Control Act, and other relevant local housing regulations. The addendum serves as a binding modification to the original lease, maintaining legal enforceability while documenting specific changes agreed upon by all parties. It's particularly important in both residential and commercial contexts, where lease terms may need to be adjusted to accommodate changing circumstances while maintaining the fundamental landlord-tenant relationship.
