City lawyer Danstan Omari has clarified that landlords are not legally allowed to lock out tenants due to unpaid rent without following due process.
Addressing common conflicts in urban areas, Omari warned that forceful evictions and seizing property without court authorization violate the law.
He advised that rent disputes should be referred to the Business Premises Rent Tribunal, which offers a faster resolution than the Milimani Law Courts.
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“A landlord cannot just wake up and lock you out because you have not paid rent,” Omari explained.
Tenants facing unlawful eviction can seek legal redress for rights violations.
Omari urged both landlords and tenants to utilize established legal institutions to settle disagreements fairly.
Following these frameworks helps avoid unnecessary confrontations and ensures that the rights of both parties are respected according to the law.
