Leases – Remedies for Breach

Question 1

Remedies for non-payment of rent?

Answer 1

Action in debt (County/High Court).

Commercial Rent Arrears Recovery (CRAR) – Landlord seizes goods.

Pursue guarantors/former tenants.
Deduct from rent deposit.
Forfeiture​.

Question 2

Remedies for breach of repair covenant?

Answer 2

Damages.
Specific performance.
Jervis v Harris clause (self-help remedy)​.

Question 3

Remedies for breach of other covenants?

Answer 3

Forfeiture (if permitted).
Injunction (e.g., illegal alterations).
Specific performance (if precise obligations exist)​.