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What is the implied covenant of the tenant in terms of waste?
What is the implied covenant of the tenant in terms of waste?
- To repair any permissive waste immediately.
- To commit waste voluntarily and permissively.
- To only repair voluntary waste.
- To not commit waste, both voluntary and permissive. (correct)
In the context of waste, what does 'permissive waste' refer to?
In the context of waste, what does 'permissive waste' refer to?
- Repairing the premises voluntarily.
- Maintaining the exterior of the premises.
- Doing something that should not be done.
- Leaving undone something that ought to be done. (correct)
What duty does a tenant have in terms of repairs for a fixed-term tenancy?
What duty does a tenant have in terms of repairs for a fixed-term tenancy?
- Duty to repair permissive waste only.
- No duty to repair at all.
- Duty to repair both voluntary and permissive waste. (correct)
- Duty to repair voluntary waste only.
According to Warren v Keen (1954), what specific responsibilities does a weekly tenant have?
According to Warren v Keen (1954), what specific responsibilities does a weekly tenant have?
For what types of tenancies is the duty to repair permissive waste debatable?
For what types of tenancies is the duty to repair permissive waste debatable?
What obligation does a landlord have if they have a duty to repair according to the text?
What obligation does a landlord have if they have a duty to repair according to the text?
What is the consequence of breaching the covenant not to assign the leased premises?
What is the consequence of breaching the covenant not to assign the leased premises?
In Barbados, what is required before a lessee can transfer or sublet the leased premises?
In Barbados, what is required before a lessee can transfer or sublet the leased premises?
What happens if a tenant assigns or sublets the premises without applying for the landlord's consent in a qualified covenant scenario?
What happens if a tenant assigns or sublets the premises without applying for the landlord's consent in a qualified covenant scenario?
What is the difference between an absolute covenant and a qualified covenant regarding assignment or subletting?
What is the difference between an absolute covenant and a qualified covenant regarding assignment or subletting?
If a tenant under a qualified covenant assigns or sublets without consent but later proves that the landlord unreasonably refused consent, will the tenant be in breach of covenant?
If a tenant under a qualified covenant assigns or sublets without consent but later proves that the landlord unreasonably refused consent, will the tenant be in breach of covenant?
What action may a court take if a tenant did not apply for the landlord's consent before assigning or subletting under a qualified covenant?
What action may a court take if a tenant did not apply for the landlord's consent before assigning or subletting under a qualified covenant?
What is the main characteristic of an option to purchase the freehold reversion?
What is the main characteristic of an option to purchase the freehold reversion?
In Broadway Import and Export Ltd v Levy (1996), what action triggers the formation of a contract in relation to an option to purchase?
In Broadway Import and Export Ltd v Levy (1996), what action triggers the formation of a contract in relation to an option to purchase?
What happens to the benefit of an option to purchase on the death of the lessee?
What happens to the benefit of an option to purchase on the death of the lessee?
Why does an option to purchase not automatically run with the lease or reversion?
Why does an option to purchase not automatically run with the lease or reversion?
What makes an option to purchase binding on a purchaser of the reversion with notice?
What makes an option to purchase binding on a purchaser of the reversion with notice?
What does it mean for an option to be irrevocable in relation to purchasing a freehold reversion?
What does it mean for an option to be irrevocable in relation to purchasing a freehold reversion?
What does 'repair' mean in the context of landlord and tenant covenants?
What does 'repair' mean in the context of landlord and tenant covenants?
In terms of repair obligations, if there are no express provisions in the lease, who may be held liable?
In terms of repair obligations, if there are no express provisions in the lease, who may be held liable?
What type of damage is a tenant not liable for according to the text?
What type of damage is a tenant not liable for according to the text?
When is a tenant liable for consequential damage according to the text?
When is a tenant liable for consequential damage according to the text?
According to s 159(1) of Cap 236, Barbados Property Act, what factors should be considered when determining the state of repair?
According to s 159(1) of Cap 236, Barbados Property Act, what factors should be considered when determining the state of repair?
What is the main difference between repairing and reconstructing a building according to Ravenseft Properties Ltd v Davstone (Holdings) Ltd (1979)?
What is the main difference between repairing and reconstructing a building according to Ravenseft Properties Ltd v Davstone (Holdings) Ltd (1979)?
What must a tenant do in regards to repairing the house?
What must a tenant do in regards to repairing the house?
Under what circumstances is a tenant not liable to repair the house?
Under what circumstances is a tenant not liable to repair the house?
What is an implied covenant in weekly and monthly tenancies regarding landlord entry?
What is an implied covenant in weekly and monthly tenancies regarding landlord entry?
What are typical express covenants between a landlord and a tenant?
What are typical express covenants between a landlord and a tenant?
What is required for rent to be considered valid?
What is required for rent to be considered valid?
How is rent typically payable unless otherwise agreed by parties?
How is rent typically payable unless otherwise agreed by parties?
