My tenant was washing clothes and accidentally left the tap on when the water supply went out. He returned hours later, only to find water had flooded the flat, damaging some wooden flooring. Is he responsible for the entire repair cost, even though it was a mistake and the water outage was unexpected? What are the legal implications and who should pay? I need advice urgently.

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Law Forum › Category: Landlord / Tenant › My tenant was washing clothes and accidentally left the tap on when the water supply went out. He returned hours later, only to find water had flooded the flat, damaging some wooden flooring. Is he responsible for the entire repair cost, even though it was a mistake and the water outage was unexpected? What are the legal implications and who should pay? I need advice urgently.
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Apni Law Staff asked 7 months ago

My tenant was washing clothes and accidentally left the tap on when the water supply went out. He returned hours later, only to find water had flooded the flat, damaging some wooden flooring. Is he responsible for the entire repair cost, even though it was a mistake and the water outage was unexpected? What are the legal implications and who should pay? I need advice urgently.

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Apni Law Staff answered 7 months ago

Under Indian law, your tenant is likely responsible for the damage caused by the flooding, even if it was an accident. However, the extent of their responsibility depends on the lease agreement’s terms. You should consult a lawyer to determine the specific legal implications and who should bear the cost of repairs.

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