《住房租赁条例》今起正式施行，为我国首部专门规范住房租赁活动的行政法规

Core Points - The implementation of the "Housing Rental Regulations" marks the first administrative regulation specifically governing housing rental activities in China, consisting of seven chapters and 50 articles addressing key issues in the rental market [1][2] Group 1: Tenant Rights and Complaints - Tenants now have legal recourse when facing illegal or infringing actions, with the ability to report to various authorities such as housing, fire safety, market regulation, and public security departments depending on the nature of the issue [1] - Effective complaint channels include grassroots mediation organizations, courts, the 12345 government service hotline, and consumer associations, with tenants advised to prepare relevant evidence such as rental contracts and payment receipts [1] Group 2: Rental Contract Registration - The regulation mandates that landlords must register rental contracts, with penalties for intermediaries failing to comply, enhancing the protection of both parties' legal rights [2] - Tenants are empowered to register contracts if landlords refuse, facilitating easier access to residence permits and public fund withdrawals, while promoting rental price transparency and addressing the "subletting" issue [2] Group 3: Future Implementation and Regulation - The enforcement of the new rental regulations is just the beginning, with local governments required to develop specific housing rental regulations and strengthen regulatory enforcement to stabilize rental relationships and reduce disputes [2]