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X-Press Systems and Services Limited v Kifaru Enterprises Limited (Tribunal Case E167 of 2023) [2023] KEBPRT 459 (KLR) (2 August 2023) (Ruling)

[2023] KEBPRT 459 (KLR) Business Premises Rent Tribunal
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Court
Business Premises Rent Tribunal
Case number
459
Citation
[2023] KEBPRT 459 (KLR)
Decided
2 August 2023
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TypeTribunal CasePostureTenant's Application Allowed with Specific OrdersCoramA. Muma
Holding

The tenant's application is allowed with specific orders regarding rent payment, vacating the premises, and a joint measurement of the lettable area.

Facts

The tenant sought to restrain the landlord from attaching, carrying, or selling their goods due to a Proclamation Notice, and requested a joint measurement of the lettable space.

Issues

  1. Whether the rent payable should be re-assessed based on the lettable space
  2. Whether this affects the arrears payable if any

Reasoning

The tenant's application was allowed due to the disagreements over the lettable space and the need for a joint measurement.

Outcome

The tenant's application is allowed.

Orders

  • Tenant pays rent for July and August at 6060 sq feet
  • Tenant vacates on or before August 30, 2023 or upon payment of 2 months rent
  • Joint measurement of lettable area within 21 days
  • Additional documents to be filed within 7 days
  • Proceed to full hearing on determination of arrears if any

Remedies

  • Payment of rent
  • Vacation of premises
  • Joint measurement of lettable area
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