Terminology in the Dominican Rental Market

Post new topic

Member since 02 June 2020

dominicangringoNew member20 June 2020 15:07:38

Hi all,

I am currently looking for a place to rent in Santo Domingo and have stumbled upon a few terms I wanted to get some clarity on when it comes to amenities of the apartment. Can someone please explain what the following things mean in the Dominican rental market?

1. Planta Eléctrica Full
2. Gas comun
3. Cuarto de servicio
4. Línea blanca (I know it means furnished with appliances, but is there a consensus on which appliances are always included or does it vary)
5. Cisterna y pozo tubular

Feel free to add any other words/terms you all may have stumbled upon when searching for your rental. Thank you in advance!

planner Dominican Republic Expert

Member since 27 December 2010

Dominican Republic Expert

plannerDominican Republic Expert20 June 2020 15:52:23

17199

1. Planta electrici full is back up power by generator

2. Gas comun is cooking propane is supplied from a common source but may or may not cost extra

3. Cuarto de servicio was meant to be live in maids room usually with small bathroom. I use mine for storage

4. Linea Blanca means appliances but nothing more it does not indicate furnished. Often fridge stove and hit water heater. Don't assume anything always ask what it means

5. Cisterna is a big hole in the ground for holding water. Pozo is a well. And tinaco is a giant plastic container in the roof to hold water, usually black.

Good questions to be asking!

Fiador is a guarantor on a rental contract here.

dominicangringo New member

Member since 02 June 2020

dominicangringoNew member20 June 2020 18:48:01

Thank you so much!

planner Dominican Republic Expert

Member since 27 December 2010

Dominican Republic Expert

plannerDominican Republic Expert20 June 2020 19:35:51

17199

You are very welcome

Guest3265987 Guest

Guest3265987Guest25 June 2020 19:42:11

214245

Additionally, something really important in the rental terminology are:
garantia de vicios ocultos= guarantee against hidden defects
fuerza mayor= force majeure
The last very important these days.

Articles to help you in your expat project in Dominican Republic

Buying property in the Dominican Republic
Procedures regarding purchasing a real estate property in the Dominican Republic can be pretty complicated, ...
Living and accommodation on the South Coast of the Dominican Republic
Along the south coast of the Dominican Republic, going from East to West, you will find the sugar town of La ...
Accommodation in Santiago de los Caballeros
If you're planning a relocation to Santiago de los Caballeros, here's everything you need to know about ...
Living and accommodation in the up and coming Southwest of the Dominican Republic
Barahona, for some, might be Santa Cruz de Barahona, is the biggest city in this region. However, not yet a ...
Living and accommodation on the North East Coast of the Dominican Republic
The Samaná Peninsula is situated in the very northeast of the Dominican Republic (DR). Famous for its ...
Accommodation in La Vega
Are you dreaming of settling in La Vega but not sure where to start? In this article, you will find valuable tips ...
Accommodation in San Francisco de Macorís
San Francisco de Macorís is one of the major and most popular Dominican cities. Stretching over some 759.5 ...
Accommodation in Puerto Plata
How to find accommodation in Puerto Plata as a foreigner? In this article, you will find all you need to know ...