Evictions and Lease Cancellation: Why Getting the Process Right Matters
A recent High Court judgment confirms that eviction proceedings cannot succeed unless a lease is lawfully cancelled first, even where rental arrears are undisputed.
A recent High Court judgment confirms that eviction proceedings cannot succeed unless a lease is lawfully cancelled first, even where rental arrears are undisputed.
Eviction proceedings involve more than landlords and occupiers. Municipalities have constitutional duties to assist courts, especially where vulnerable occupiers risk homelessness.
A well drafted lease agreement can assist to prevent landlord-tenant relationships deteriorating to a stage where eviction must be considered.