W.D. Deepal Mendis v. Commissioner, Department of Housing and Others – CA WRIT 613/2011-2015

In the case between W.D. Deepal Mendis (Petitioner) and the Commissioner, Department of Housing (WP) and others (Respondents), the court addressed the validity of orders made by the 1st respondent concerning the demolition and reconstruction of premises 38 1/1, Ratnapura Road, Horana, with particular reference to the Urban Development Authority (UDA) Regulation that mandates a minimum land extent of 6 perches for such development, while the subject premises comprised approximately 3 perches. The proceedings also involved the substantive question under Section 18(A) of the Rent Act regarding ownership and proper identification of premises. It was determined that the issue of minimum land extent required by regulation was not previously raised by the petitioner during the ex-parte inquiry, b