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AGRINER DEVELOPMENT LIMITED v W. K. MARTIN & OTHERS [2008] KEHC 3428 (KLR)

[2008] KEHC 3428 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
3428
Citation
[2008] KEHC 3428 (KLR)
Decided
17 April 2008
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TypeCivil SuitPostureAppeal from the original trial outcomeCoramL. KIMARU
Holding

The court found in favor of the plaintiff, issuing a declaration that the lease was not determinable at the option of the defendant and that the plaintiff was entitled to occupy the leased premises on a continuous basis.

Facts

The plaintiff filed a civil suit against the defendants, who are trustees of the Agricultural Society of Kenya, seeking declaratory orders regarding a lease agreement. The plaintiff also filed an application for a temporary injunction.

Issues

  1. Whether the lease granted to the plaintiff was determinable at the option of the defendant
  2. Whether the plaintiff was entitled to occupy the leased premises on a continuous basis
  3. Whether the defendant was entitled to terminate the lease and estop the plaintiff from terminating the lease

Reasoning

The court ruled in favor of the plaintiff, stating that the lease agreement was not determinable at the option of the defendant and that the plaintiff had made significant investments in developing the leased premises.

Outcome

In favor of the plaintiff

Orders

  • Issuance of a temporary injunction restraining the defendant society and its agents or servants from terminating the license and/or leases, taking possession or interfering with the plaintiff's right to quiet possession and enjoyment of the premises

Remedies

  • Declaration that the lease was not determinable at the option of the defendant
  • Declaration that the plaintiff was entitled to occupy the leased premises on a continuous basis

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Civil Procedure Rules
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