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EVICTION LAWS enter the tenant ’ s premises or remove doors to speed up the eviction process . The provisions of the Rental Housing Act are clear on the rights of tenants . The tenant ’ s rights include the right not to have :
• Their person or home searched
• Their property searched .
• Their possessions seized , except by court order .
Balancing rights and responsibilities Evictions are complex processes that require a careful balance between the rights of tenants and the responsibilities of landlords . It is also important to be mindful of ethical considerations , as
South Africa has an acute housing shortage at present and a fragile economy .
It is always better to try to resolve disputes through negotiation and , if necessary , mediation . Seeking an eviction order through the courts should be the last resort .
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Simon Dippenaar Eviction Specialist Simon Dippenaar & Associates
SA Real Estate Investor Magazine JULY / AUG 2023 54