Stephen Jefwa Charo v Lucy Wanjiru Mburu [2022] KEBPRT 34 (KLR)
- Court
- Business Premises Rent Tribunal
- Case number
- 34
- Citation
- [2022] KEBPRT 34 (KLR)
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TypeTribunal CasePostureTenant's/Applicant's notice of motion applicationCoramHON. CYPRIAN MUGAMBI NGUTHARI
Holding
The Landlord is ordered to reopen the Tenant's business premises immediately and restrain from interfering with the Tenant's tenancy.
Facts
The Tenant, Stephen Jefwa Charo, sought orders to reopen his business premises, restrain the Landlord from interfering with his tenancy, and separate the electricity and water meters. He also sought rent suspension and compensation for loss of business.
Issues
- Whether the Tenant is entitled to the orders sought in his application
- Whether the Landlord's actions in locking the Tenant's business premises were illegal
Reasoning
The Landlord's actions in locking the premises were illegal as it was an attempt to terminate the tenancy, not distress for rent. The Tenant was in rent arrears, but the Landlord did not follow the proper procedure to terminate the tenancy.
Outcome
Tenant's/Applicant's notice of motion application granted
Orders
- Reopen the Tenant's business premises immediately
- Restrain the Landlord from interfering with the Tenant's tenancy
- Allow the Landlord to lawfully distress for rent (if any)
Remedies
- Reopening of business premises
- Restraint from interference with tenancy
- Distress for rent
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