u/JazzlikeCup1186

Hi everyone,

I’m renting an apartment in Brussels under a short-term lease (2 years), from 01/07/2024 to 30/06/2026.

My contract says I should give 3 months’ notice before the end. I didn’t do it on time (I informed them about 2 months before).

Now my landlord says the lease has automatically turned into a 9-year lease. I must give a new 3-month notice, and I owe rent until 31 July 2026 + 1 month penalty

I’m trying to understand. Can a lease really become a 9-year lease just because notice was late, even if I leave on time? Can they legally charge me extra rent (July) and a penalty in this situation?

Has anyone gone through something similar?

I would like some advice

Thank you