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Sim Khong (Pte) Ltd v Lion Peak Pte Ltd [2025] SGHC 83
A landlord is entitled to forfeit a lease for breach of covenant where the lease expressly provides for re-entry upon such breach, subject to the statutory notice requirements under the Conveyancing and Law of Property Act.
Liau Beng Chye v Chua Wei Jiea and another appeal [2025] SGHC 226
The High Court allowed appeals in Liau Beng Chye v Chua Wei Jiea [2025] SGHC 226, ordering a re-trial to investigate potential illegality in loan agreements. The court clarified that double rent and damages for failure to yield up are mutually exclusive, and emphasized the need for proper joinder.
Royal & Sons Organisation Pte Ltd v Hotel Calmo Chinatown Pte Ltd [2024] SGHC 248
In Royal & Sons Organisation Pte Ltd v Hotel Calmo Chinatown Pte Ltd, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Landlord and Tenant — Covenants, Landlord and Tenant — Termination of leases.
Marchmont Pte Ltd v Campbell Hospitality Pte Ltd and others [2024] SGHC 108
A landlord's notice of breach under s 18(1) of the CLPA must provide sufficient particulars of the alleged breaches to enable the tenant to understand with reasonable certainty what is required to avoid forfeiture; a notice requiring rectification of all breaches 'whether or not
JTC Corp v Chin Hong Printing Pte Ltd [2014] SGHC 115
The court held that there was no representation by the landlord that would prevent it from seeking vacant possession after the lease had expired and no renewal had occurred.
Chiam Heng Luan and Others v Chiam Heng Hsien and Others [2007] SGHC 132
A contractual licence cannot co-exist with a tenancy; where parties have entered into a landlord-tenant relationship, terms regarding occupation are terms of the tenancy, not a separate contractual licence.
Leivest International Pte Ltd v Top Ten Entertainment Pte Ltd [2006] SGHC 1
In Leivest International v Top Ten Entertainment, the High Court ruled that a landlord's acceptance of rent constitutes an unequivocal waiver of the right to forfeit a lease, even when accompanied by 'without prejudice' protests, affirming the tenant's right to renew.
SM Integrated Transware Pte Ltd v Schenker Singapore (Pte) Ltd [2005] SGHC 58
In SM Integrated Transware v Schenker Singapore, the High Court ruled a binding lease existed, ordering Schenker to pay $505,691.85 in damages. The case clarifies contract formation principles and the strict requirements for proving mitigation of loss in commercial lease disputes.
Lim Kau Tee and Another v Lee Kay Li [2005] SGHC 162
Case Details * Citation: [2005] SGHC 162 * Case Number: Suit 499 of 2004 * Decision Date: 1 September 2005 * Court: High Court of the Republic of Singapore * Coram: Lai Siu Chiu J * Judgment Delivered
Sie Choon Poh (trading as Image Galaxy) v Amara Hotel Properties Pte Ltd (No 2) [2005] SGHC 127
Case Details * Citation: [2005] SGHC 127 * Case Number: Suit 914/2002 * Decision Date: 15 July 2005 * Court: High Court of Singapore * Coram: Lai Kew Chai J * Judgment Delivered By: Lai Kew Chai
Top Ten Entertainment Pte Ltd v Lucky Red Investments Ltd (by counterclaim) [2004] SGHC 40
The High Court dismissed Top Ten Entertainment's claim for a refund of hiring charges and allowed Lucky Red Investments' counterclaim for outstanding rent, ruling that commercial rent apportionment is lawful absent evidence of intent to deceive tax authorities.
Khng Thian Huat and Another v Riduan bin Yusof and Another [2004] SGHC 237
The court held that contractual clauses requiring the restoration of premises to their original condition at the commencement of a tenancy refer to the commencement of the current tenancy, not the original one. Furthermore, costs are discretionary and should be determined by the
Sie Choon Poh trading as Image Galaxy v Amara Hotel Properties Pte Ltd [2003] SGHC 198
A defendant is precluded from relying on an exemption clause if they fail to plead and prove the specific negligence required to invoke it.
Ngee Ann Development Pte Ltd v Nova Leisure Pte Ltd [2003] SGHC 168
The court held that in the absence of an express provision in a Surrender Agreement, a landlord cannot recover rent for a rent-free period granted under a lease that was terminated by mutual consent.
Jurong Town Corp v Shutters 31 Pte Ltd [2002] SGHC 175
A claimant seeking to recover goods seized under a writ of distress must prove that the tenant did not have reputed ownership of the goods.
Sinnathamby Rajespathy and Another v Lim Chong Seng and Another (Lim Raymond and Another, Third Parties) [2002] SGHC 163
A signed receipt is not conclusive evidence of payment if the court finds as a fact that the money was not received. An agreement to sell an HDB flat before the minimum occupation period is null and void under s 49A of the Housing and Development Act.
Heng Chyu Kee v Far East Square Pte Ltd [2001] SGHC 348
A writ of distress issued by the court is not illegal, and no cause of action for damages for wrongful distress arises from it. Remedies for irregularities in the execution of such a writ lie in other causes of action such as negligence.
Golden Village Multiplex Pte Ltd v Marina Centre Holdings Pte Ltd [2001] SGHC 169
An agreement for a lease that is void at law for failure to comply with statutory formalities (such as being by deed or in approved form) may still operate as an equitable lease under the doctrine of Walsh v Lonsdale, provided it is specifically enforceable.
Tiananmen KTV (2013) Pte Ltd and others v Furama Pte Ltd [2015] SGHC 83
In Tiananmen KTV (2013) Pte Ltd and others v Furama Pte Ltd, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Civil Procedure — Injunctions, Landlord and Tenant — Agreements for leases.
AREIF (Singapore I) Pte Ltd v NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd and another matter [2015] SGHC 28
In AREIF (Singapore I) Pte Ltd v NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd and another matter, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Landlord and Tenant — Agreements for leases, Contract — Waiver.
Alvin Nicholas Nathan v Raffles Assets (Singapore) Pte Ltd [2015] SGHC 14
In Alvin Nicholas Nathan v Raffles Assets (Singapore) Pte Ltd, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of DAMAGES — Assessment, LANDLORD AND TENANT — Agreement for leases.
Panpac Education Pte Ltd v Applied Movers & Trading Pte Ltd [2014] SGHC 50
In Panpac Education Pte Ltd v Applied Movers & Trading Pte Ltd, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Landlord and Tenant — Rent and Service Charges.
Soup Restaurant Singapore Pte Ltd (formerly known as Soup Restaurant (Causeway Point) Pte Ltd) v Y.E.S. F&B Group Pte Ltd [2014] SGHC 246
In Soup Restaurant Singapore Pte Ltd (formerly known as Soup Restaurant (Causeway Point) Pte Ltd) v Y.E.S. F&B Group Pte Ltd, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Landlord and Tenant — Subleases.
Overseas Union Enterprise Ltd v Three Sixty Degree Pte Ltd and another suit [2013] SGHC 71
In Overseas Union Enterprise Ltd v Three Sixty Degree Pte Ltd and another suit, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Landlord and Tenant — Covenants, Landlord and Tenant — Termination of leases.