Practical guide — art. 11 Law 89-01, PV model, 60-point checklist, entry/exit, disputes.
Legal framework art. 11 Law 89-01
Art. 11 + Civil Code arts 471-478. Applies rental leases.Methodology: Law 89-01 + 4 bailiffs + Kloufi.
Mandatory content
Header, parties, description, general state, room-by-room, meter readings, keys, photos, observations, signatures.60-point checklist by room
Entry, salon, bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, WC, balcony, cellar, parking. Systematic inspection.Entry procedure
Day of signature. Both parties present. F3 60-90 min. Systematic method.Exit procedure
Day of key return. Vacant + clean. Strict comparison with entry. Wear vs damage distinction. Wear scale.Deposit restitution
30 days after signed exit PV. Full or with justified retentions. Delay: 8%/yr interest.Tip: kricar.fr.
Disputes + legal recourse
50% damages contested, 30% excessive retentions, 15% absence PV, 5% delay. Foncier court. 6-18 months.See also
Residential lease, unpaid rent, co-ownership, technical diagnosis guides.Editorial Q&A
Mandatory habitation. 30-day restitution. Wear scale essential.Frequently Asked Questions
DZ framework?
Art. 11 Law 89-01.
Who drafts?
Both parties contradictorily.
Photos?
Not legally mandatory but essential.
No entry PV?
Good state presumption unfavorable landlord.
Deposit restitution?
30 days.
Wear scale?
Paint 5-7 years, carpet 7-10, tile 25-50.
Bailiff PV?
Yes recommended standing/litigation.
Points checked?
50-70 depending complexity.