Starting from October 1, 2026, standard rental agreements for unfurnished, furnished, and shared housing with a single lease will be updated. Decree No. 2026-596, passed on July 6, 2026, modifies the standard models used for rental housing intended as a primary residence. These changes apply to all leases signed or renewed on or after October 1, 2026. Seasonal rentals, secondary residences, and mobility leases are not affected by these revised standard contracts. The new lease models must include a resolutory clause, which allows for automatic termination if the tenant fails to pay rent or other charges, or if the security deposit is not paid. This requirement has been in place since the law of July 27, 2023, but the decree now formally includes it in the standard models. The clause can only take effect six weeks after a payment demand has been made and proven ineffective. For professionals, it is important to ensure that the models they use include this clause and the required deadline. Other automatic termination clauses, such as the absence of rental insurance or disturbances from neighbors confirmed by a final court decision, can also be added, though they remain optional. In certain areas defined by urban planning rules, some housing must be used exclusively as primary residences. If the property being rented is subject to this requirement, the lease must explicitly mention it. According to the Urban Planning Code, a contract for such a property is invalid if this mention is missing. Before drafting the lease, it is necessary to confirm whether the property is subject to this obligation. The contract can also include a resolutory clause if the tenant does not respect the exclusive use requirement. This is not mandatory, and if included, the clause can only take effect after the deadline for notice set by the mayor has expired. The updated standard contracts now include a field for the mobile phone number of both the landlord and the tenant. Each party is free to leave this information blank. Another part of the decree, which relates to procedures for handling unpaid housing assistance, will take effect on January 1, 2027. Existing leases are still governed by the clauses that were valid at the time of their signing. For contracts signed or renewed from October 1, 2026, professionals are advised to review their models and drafting tools promptly. Using an outdated version could lead to complications in case of disputes, particularly regarding the application of a resolutory clause, and could, depending on the circumstances, hold the drafter responsible.