Thaathini Development Company Limited v Coast Water Services Board (Environment & Land Case 371 of 2016) [2025] KEELC 4290 (KLR) (30 May 2025) (Judgment)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 4290
- Citation
- [2025] KEELC 4290 (KLR)
- Decided
- 30 May 2025
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TypeLand DisputePostureAppeal from an original trialCoramLL NAIKUNI, Nyamweya
Holding
The Court found that the suit has merit and ordered the Defendant to compensate the Plaintiff at current market rate and awarded general damages for trespass.
Facts
The Plaintiff, Thaathini Development Company Limited, claimed that the Defendant, Coast Water Services Board, trespassed onto their properties without authority. The parties had a site visit to assess the properties.
Issues
- Whether the suit has any merit
- Whether the Defendant trespassed without authority
- Whether the Plaintiff is entitled to the orders sought
- Who bears the costs of the suit
Reasoning
The Court reviewed the pleadings, submissions, and relevant statutes, and found that the Plaintiff's case was established.
Outcome
The Plaintiff's claim was upheld.
Orders
- Ordering the Defendant to compensate the Plaintiff at current market rate
- Awarding general damages for trespass
- Awarding costs of litigation to the Plaintiff
Remedies
- Compensation at current market rate
- General damages for trespass
- Award of costs
Authorities cited
Legislation (3)
- Civil Procedure Act
- Environment & Land Act
- Land Act
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