The i-Taukei Land Trust Board (TLTB) is urging its tenants to begin settling any outstanding rental arrears in accordance with their lease agreements. In a recent announcement, TLTB informed tenants that they have already been granted a 30-day grace period, which will conclude on November 30.
To facilitate the process, TLTB’s Estates Teams in various regional and sub-regional offices across locations including Suva, Sigatoka, Nadi, Lautoka, Ba, Rakiraki, Korovou, Nausori, Labasa, and Savusavu will be inspecting the status of tenants who have arrears. This initiative aims to evaluate what actions tenants have taken to resolve their outstanding payments.
The TLTB has previously issued notices and reminders regarding these arrears, emphasizing the importance of compliance to maintain the integrity of their lease agreements. To assist tenants in managing their payments, TLTB has consulted with commercial banks to explore financial assistance options.
The Board highlighted that timely cooperation from tenants is crucial to ensure that lease payments are allocated to landowners, who rely on this income for their livelihoods. The end of the grace period on November 30 could lead to enforcement measures, including the potential repossession of land, which means tenants are encouraged to settle their dues to avoid such consequences.
In their statement, TLTB emphasized the need for tenants to demonstrate commitment by fulfilling their lease obligations, stressing that landowners deserve to receive the revenue that is rightfully theirs. This call serves not only to protect the rights of landowners but also to promote a healthy tenant-landlord relationship.
By approaching this situation collaboratively, both tenants and the TLTB can work towards a resolution that keeps landowners’ incomes secure while providing tenants the necessary support to meet their obligations.
It’s hopeful to see that TLTB is actively seeking solutions by coordinating with financial institutions, indicating a willingness to support tenants in achieving stability, which could foster a more harmonious leasing environment in the future.
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