Section 1: Title
This act shall be known as the New Terranova Urban Rental Regulation Act.
Section 2: Purpose
The purpose of this act is to:
- Establish clear guidelines for the rental and use of public and private space within New Terranova and its surrounding countryside.
- Ensure that all rentals align with the aesthetic, cultural, and functional standards of the city as set forth by the Department of the Interior (DoI).
- Delegate authority to approve and monitor rentals within the purview of the DoI, in accordance with Imperial zoning laws.
Section 3: Jurisdiction
This act applies to all buildings, market stalls, and undeveloped land within the designated boundaries of New Terranova and its adjoining countryside.
Section 4: Rental of Urban Property – New Terranova Proper
4.1 – Buildings and Floors within New Terranova Square
- Individuals and organizations may rent buildings or floors indefinitely upon approval by the Department of the Interior.
- Properties must be well-maintained, clean, and must not disrupt the aesthetic or civic harmony of New Terranova.
- Tenants may not alter structural elements (e.g., load-bearing walls, ceilings, floors, external façades).
- Tenants may install internal non-structural walls and freely decorate interiors, provided such decoration is not disruptive (e.g., excessive noise, flashing lights, vulgarity, use of color palettes and/or patterns that a reasonable person would consider “ugly”). All judgements are at the discretion of the Department of the Interior.
- Commercial tenants operating shops or services must maintain reasonably stocked and presentable storefronts at all times.
- In buildings leased by multiple tenants, all individual units must remain fully accessible at all times. Stairs, elevators, and other common access points must be clearly visible, unobstructed, and may not be blocked, hidden, or monopolized by any tenant.
4.2 – Market Stalls
- Market stalls may be rented free of charge on an indefinite basis, contingent on continued use and visual compliance.
- Tenants must keep their stalls reasonably stocked and operational.
- No structural modifications to stalls are permitted, including digging into the floor, wall, or ceiling space.
- Signage and decoration must be respectful, quiet, and non-intrusive; no loud audio, flashing visuals, or excessively large displays are permitted.
4.3 – Transfer of Rental Rights
- Tenants may not transfer or sublet their rented building, floor, or market stall without prior written approval from the Department of the Interior.
- Any unauthorized transfer or sale of occupancy rights shall result in immediate termination of rental privileges and may lead to reclamation by the DoI.
4.4 – Temporary Installations
- Temporary structures or kiosks for festivals, holidays, or Imperial events must be approved by the DoI in advance but are exempt from long-term rental restrictions.
- These structures must be visually harmonious with New Terranova’s character and must be removed within seven (7) days of the event’s conclusion unless otherwise permitted by the DoI.
Section 5: Countryside Property
5.1 – General Permissions
- Land in the surrounding countryside may be requested through the DoI and is subject to less scrutiny than urban spaces.
- Tenants are granted wide latitude in construction and use, provided that their developments do not visually or thematically clash with New Terranova’s broader aesthetic identity.
- Projects that diverge too far from the regional style may be subject to DoI review and corrective recommendations.
Section 6: Application and Oversight
6.1 – Acquisition Procedure
- All rental and land-use requests must be formally submitted to the Department of the Interior.
- Upon review, the DoI will either approve, deny, or request revisions to the applicant’s proposal.
6.2 – Ongoing Compliance
- Tenants must remain in compliance with Imperial aesthetic and behavioral expectations.
- The DoI reserves the right to inspect any rented property or stall without notice.
6.3 – Violation and Enforcement
- Properties or stalls found in violation may be subject to warnings, suspension of rental rights, or reclamation.
- Repeat offenders may face additional Imperial penalties in accordance with Section 7 (Enforcement and Penalties) of the Lilaris Department of the Interior Act.
Section 7: Amendments and Clarifications
- The DoI may issue further clarification, appendices, or updates to this act as necessary to preserve New Terranova’s harmony and strategic importance.
- Such updates will take effect immediately upon posting and are subject to Imperial review.