Ochieng v Awori (Environment and Land Appeal 12 of 2020) [2022] KEELC 14477 (KLR) (27 October 2022) (Judgment)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 14477
- Citation
- [2022] KEELC 14477 (KLR)
- Decided
- 27 October 2022
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TypeAppealPostureAppeal from a judgment and order of the trial courtCoramFO NYAGAKA
Holding
The judgment and orders of the trial court are set aside, and the case is remanded for further hearing.
Facts
The appellant (defendant) built structures on a road reserve, blocking access to the plaintiff's land. The trial court entered judgment in favor of the plaintiff, directing the police and county commissioner to evict the appellant at his own cost. The appellant appealed, arguing the trial court erred in relying on the County Surveyor's report and the Land Registrar's recommendation.
Issues
- Whether the trial court erred in entering judgment based on the County Surveyor's report and the Land Registrar's recommendation
- Whether the appellant's right to a fair hearing was infringed upon
Reasoning
The court found that the trial court erred in relying on the County Surveyor's report and the Land Registrar's recommendation, and that the appellant's right to a fair hearing was infringed upon.
Outcome
Appeal successful
Orders
- Judgment and orders of the trial court set aside
- Case remanded for further hearing
Remedies
- Fair adjudication of the dispute
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