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2010/08/13 03:25:30 PM Michelle Posts: 142	I would suggest the repair is for the tenant's account.
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2010/10/12 03:01:34 PM Tiaan Schutte Posts: 6	The Landlord would be liable, as the tenant can argue that maintenance was not caused by him/ her or their visitors. According to the Rental Housing Act, the Landlord is responsible for all maintenance except if it is deleberate damage from the tenant.
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2011/01/01 10:30:08 PM Marc Lunau Posts: 169	What does the lease say? I disagree that it is the landlords cost by default. I tend to agree that it is the tenants cost as he has to return the flat in the same condition as he got it and a broken door is not reasonable wear an tear. To argue it is not the tenants fault is silly as it is not the landlords fault either. What if the burglar was attracted by an item in clear sight which is negligence from the tenant... -- Investor and Property Manager with value add solutions www.houses4rent.co.za
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2011/01/10 12:15:14 AM steuder Posts: 4	Surely in case of a break in/ burglary, the tenant is responsible, regardless of how the burglar gained entrance. I am an estate agent, and our Lease Agreement clearly states this.
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