Waste
- Not related to waste as in refuse.
- This is about damage.
- Should the tenant damage the furnishings he is said to have "committed waste" to the furniture. Somewhat archaic, but still in use. E.g. Case 3 of Schedule 15 of The Rent Act 1977 committing waste is a mandatory ground for a possession order at court (unless the damage is repaired or paid for prior to the court hearing).
Published: 29 September 2015
Last Updated: 17 November 2021