Appuhamy v. De Alwis – sllr 1980 volume 2 page 207

In the case between the retired public servant landlord (Plaintiff-respondent) and the tenant-manager (Defendant-appellant), the court addressed whether the premises were reasonably required for the landlord’s residential occupation under the Rent Act, No. 7 of 1972, and if the statutory notice requirement under Section 22(6) was duly met. The dispute centered on a gentleman’s agreement related to the tenant vacating the premises upon the landlord’s retirement. After considering the factual background, evidence of both parties’ needs and means, and the adequacy of the statutory notice, it was established that the landlord’s claim for ejectment and damages was justified. The holding reaffirmed the principle that reasonable requirement and bona fide intent must be assessed according to statu