The iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB) has obtained court orders to evict two tenants, dismantle structures and take back possession of the leased land.
In a statement, TLTB said these two tenants are part of 500 tenants who owe money to TLTB.
TLTB adds rent payment is a fundamental term and condition of leases and must be paid on time in January and June each year.
“There are around 19,331 tenants that are in arrears with 6,276 for agricultural owing $3.7 million and 13,055 for non-agricultural owing $18.8 million,” said TLTB.
“Currently, 500 tenant cases are before the court to enforce payment, and in two instances, TLTB has obtained court orders to dismantle structures and take back possession of the leased land.”
TLTB is also encouraging tenants facing difficulties in meeting rental obligations to contact their nearest TLTB office promptly to discuss partial payment plans.
