K.D. Gunasekera v. The Condominium Management Authority et al. – CA WRIT APPLICATION NO.195/2011-2015

In the case between K.D. Gunasekera (Petitioner) and the Condominium Management Authority, Colombo Municipal Council, Ms. Ajantha Disanayake, and others (Respondents), the court addressed whether a writ of Mandamus should issue compelling the authority and council to demolish unauthorized constructions on condominium property and enforce a prior demolition order. The core determination established that the Condominium Management Authority had jurisdiction and a statutory obligation to enforce its demolition order where parties failed to comply. Reliance was placed on Section 9A(3)(b) of the Common Amenities Board Act, reaffirming the principle that authorities empowered under the relevant acts must act to remove unauthorized structures when voluntary compliance is not forthcoming. The ruli