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The real estate sector in Kenya is guided by a legal framework that ensures that the industry runs smoothly and helps minimize and evade conflict that may arise by different parties. These legal documents protect both of the parties from loss and any other forms of damage that may arise. There are many documents that protect both the landlord and the tenant and in this particular case we are going to look at one document called the Tenant eviction notice.
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This is a document provided by the law of Kenya that guides the tenant and the landlord through an eviction process should one be necessary. The document stipulates the process to be followed by both parties to ensure a smooth process. Issuing an eviction notice serves as the initial process to the landlord of evicting a tenant from a premise. It is vital that both parties understand the do’s and do not’s and the role each party should play and how to follow the process accordingly as stipulated by the law so as to ensure the process is less strenuous and stressful. The following is everything you need to know about the document.
We have various types of evictions notices that are each served under varying circumstances, they could be broad but here we will analyze in depth three of the common ones:
The first one is the pay rent or quit notice: this particular notice is served to a tenant when they fail to raise the agreed rent amount on the stipulated date.
The second type is the cure or quit notice: this specific notice is served to a tenant due to breaking certain violations/rules or even damaging of the premises property which do not go according to the lease agreement.
The third type is the unconditional quit notice: this type of eviction notice is served particularly when a tenant has seriously violated a lease or could have engaged in illegal activities on the premises and also repeat offenses.
It is very important to factor in the time frame period during the eviction process in which the eviction shall be valid as this could vary depending on jurisdiction and also the reason for eviction. In certain instances, the tenants may be given a grace period to rectify for their mistakes, mediation and settlement is also an option. Landlords should be careful how they serve the notices and should comply with the law otherwise it will be null. Every tenant needs to understand that they have their own rights as provided for by the law and that they can contest the notice in court, negotiate with the landlord, or request additional time to vacate the property. A tenant can refuse to evict from the premise and in this case the landlord is forced to serve an eviction lawsuit and the court will henceforth determine if the eviction was lawful. Both tenants and landlords are entitled to legal representation throughout the process.
Having this knowledge in mind is important to help you navigate the process smoothly in a manner that benefits both parties. You can download the tenant eviction notice document/template from our website.
Understanding the nuances of a tenant eviction notice is essential for both landlords and tenants. It is a legally significant document that sets in motion a series of events leading to a possible eviction. By knowing your rights and responsibilities, you can navigate this process more effectively and, ideally, find a resolution that benefits all parties involved.
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