On September 26, 2025, the government of Nuevo Leon published the Decree No. 107, amending several provisions of the Civil Code for the State of Nuevo Leon. These reforms introduce significant changes to lease regulations, impacting both landlords and tenants of residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
These amendments are of particular relevance to any individual or corporation that is, or may become, a party to a lease agreement in the State of Nuevo Leon, as they must consider the new legal standards when entering into, modifying, or performing such contracts.
Among the most relevant changes to Article 2346 applicable to industrial, commercial and residential leases are the following:
- Rent must be paid within the period agreed upon by the parties, and, in the absence of such agreement, on a monthly, past due basis.
- The landlord must issue a receipt for each monthly rent payment made by the tenant. If receipts are not delivered for more than three consecutive months, it will be legally presumed that payment has been made, unless the landlord has made a timely demand for payment. Any reliable evidence demonstrating that rent has been paid will also be deemed a valid receipt.
- The landlord may not require more than one month’s rent as a security deposit.
Furthermore, Article 2346 Bis was added, applicable to urban properties intended for residential use, which provides as follows:
- The minimum term of the lease agreement shall be six months, and may be extended by express agreement of the parties.
- Rent must be stipulated in Mexican currency and may only be increased once per year, subject to a maximum cap of 10%, and such increase must be formalized through the execution of a new contract.
The provisions of this reform apply directly to lease agreements executed on or after September 27, 2025, the date in which the decree entered into force. However, parties with existing lease agreements may also be indirectly affected. It will therefore be necessary to review and, where appropriate, adjust contractual clauses to ensure compliance with the new obligations, such as i) the formal issuance of rent receipts, ii) the limitation on the amount of the security deposit, and iii) the formalization of rent increases through the execution of an amendment to the agreement.
These measures are relevant for both landlords, who will need to adapt their administrative practices, and tenants, who will now benefit from new rights and legal presumptions regarding proof of payment and limits on rent increases.
If you are currently a party to a lease agreement or plan to enter into one within the state of Nuevo Leon, we recommend analyzing the new obligations and restrictions to ensure regulatory compliance and protect your contractual interests.
Our team is available to advise you on the implementation and adaptation of these new provisions applicable to real estate leases. For further information or assistance, please contact the professionals at Cuesta Campos.
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