Reading: My family and I own a property jointly, and we’ve been renting out half of it to a tenant for the past 40 years. He recently bought his own home and moved out six months ago. However, he’s now demanding 15 lakhs to vacate the property, which is a small 1BHK. It’s an old building, so we offered him 2 lakhs, but he refuses to negotiate. He has left some furniture and belongings inside, and the property is locked. If I take this to court, are there chances of getting possession back? What kind of evidence should I present to strengthen my case? While I prefer an amicable settlement, how can I convince him to accept a reasonable price?

My family and I own a property jointly, and we’ve been renting out half of it to a tenant for the past 40 years. He recently bought his own home and moved out six months ago. However, he’s now demanding 15 lakhs to vacate the property, which is a small 1BHK. It’s an old building, so we offered him 2 lakhs, but he refuses to negotiate. He has left some furniture and belongings inside, and the property is locked. If I take this to court, are there chances of getting possession back? What kind of evidence should I present to strengthen my case? While I prefer an amicable settlement, how can I convince him to accept a reasonable price?

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2 years ago

Law Forum › Category: Landlord / Tenant › My family and I own a property jointly, and we’ve been renting out half of it to a tenant for the past 40 years. He recently bought his own home and moved out six months ago. However, he’s now demanding 15 lakhs to vacate the property, which is a small 1BHK. It’s an old building, so we offered him 2 lakhs, but he refuses to negotiate. He has left some furniture and belongings inside, and the property is locked. If I take this to court, are there chances of getting possession back? What kind of evidence should I present to strengthen my case? While I prefer an amicable settlement, how can I convince him to accept a reasonable price?

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My family and I own a property jointly, and we’ve been renting out half of it to a tenant for the past 40 years. He recently bought his own home and moved out six months ago. However, he’s now demanding 15 lakhs to vacate the property, which is a small 1BHK. It’s an old building, so we offered him 2 lakhs, but he refuses to negotiate. He has left some furniture and belongings inside, and the property is locked. If I take this to court, are there chances of getting possession back? What kind of evidence should I present to strengthen my case? While I prefer an amicable settlement, how can I convince him to accept a reasonable price?

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

Under Indian law, you have a strong case for regaining possession. Present the rental agreement, proof of his new home ownership, and evidence of your offer to settle. Emphasize the long tenancy and the fact that the property is locked, hindering your use. You can also offer to store his belongings safely until he collects them.