A.P and Another v Cohen and Others (Appeal) (A 216/2024 ; 21188/2023)
A.P and Another v Cohen and Others (Appeal) (A 216/2024 ; 21188/2023) [2025] ZAWCHC 66 (24 February 2025)
The appeal succeeded on the grounds that the court a quo failed to comply with its obligations under PIE by not adequately investigating the Appellants’ personal circumstances, the risk of homelessness, and the interests of the minor children. The court a quo did not obtain sufficient information from the parties or the City to determine whether the eviction order would be just and equitable. The absence of a City report and failure to facilitate completion of the housing questionnaire meant the court was not fully informed. The court also failed to inquire into the children’s circumstances a…
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- Prevention Of Illegal Eviction Act
- Just And Equitable Eviction
- Children Rights In Eviction
- Municipal Obligations
- Unopposed Motion Procedure
- Legal Representation Rights