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ARATI PURAKAIT VS SHYAMAPADA - 2002 0 Supreme(Cal) 354 : The legal documents indicate that a tenant can obtain a trade license even without a written tenancy agreement, as demonstrated by the plaintiff in the case who obtained a trade license based on a rent receipt (Exhibit 1) and other documents such as an SSI registration certificate, electric connection deposits, and a bank loan sanction. The court acknowledged that the plaintiff took preliminary steps for starting a business, including obtaining a trade license, electric connection, and bank loan, all based on the alleged tenancy relationship. However, the court emphasized that while these actions may indicate an intention to create a tenancy, they do not establish a valid tenancy under law without proof of rent payment, acceptance, and possession, or a valid registered agreement. The documents confirm that the trade license was obtained using a rent receipt for Rs. 30/- dated 15.1.1990, which was issued by the landlady, even though the agreement was unregistered and the rent amount claimed (Rs. 250/-) was not supported by any receipt. Thus, the documents show that a trade license can be obtained based on circumstantial evidence of tenancy, but such evidence alone is insufficient to establish legal tenancy without proper documentation or registration.Checking relevance for MADAN MOHAN SINGH VS VED PRAKASH ARYA...

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- 2025 Supreme(Online)(Cal) 4713 : The defendant, who is the current occupant of the premises, has obtained and maintained a trade licence from the Kolkata Municipal Corporation for the business of readymade garments, which has been extended over time and is currently in the defendant''''s name. This indicates that a trade licence can be obtained and held by a tenant even in the absence of a written tenancy agreement, provided the business has been continuously operated and the licence is legally transferred or renewed in the occupant''''s name.Checking relevance for Radharani Bose (Deceased) VS Bank of Baroda...

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• Trade License Application Without Written Tenancy Agreement - When a tenant applies for a trade license without a written tenancy agreement, the law allows for implied authority based on the existing tenancy. Courts have held that a valid tenancy can imply landlord’s consent for legitimate use of premises, and therefore, a written consent is not always mandatory. However, under Section 492(3) of the Kerala Municipalities Act, a fresh trade license application requires the tenant to produce written consent from the landlord. If the landlord does not provide such consent, the licensing authority can refuse the application, as evidenced by notices demanding written consent before processing trade license applications ["ANITHA JUBY vs THE MUNICIPALITY OF PATHANAMTHITTA - Kerala"].

• Legal Requirement of Written Tenancy Agreements - It is generally advisable for both parties to formalize tenancy agreements in writing, especially for specific durations, which can then be registered under relevant law. Oral tenancies or agreements created prior to new legislation may not be enforceable for certain legal purposes, such as eviction or renewal, and courts often require written agreements to establish tenancy rights ["M/s.Primex Healthcare and Re vs A.A.L. Ramaswamy - Madras"].

• Implied Tenancy and Oral Agreements - In cases where no written agreement exists, courts may presume a tenancy based on conduct, such as continued occupation and acceptance of rent, implying an agreement. However, such implied or oral tenancies are often limited in enforceability, especially regarding termination or renewal, and landlords may need to file specific suits for eviction or renewal based on oral arrangements ["FERNANDO v. SAMARAWEERA"].

• Landlord's Rights Without Written Agreement - If a lease is for a fixed period and the landlord chooses not to renew, they can terminate the tenancy without a written agreement, provided proper notice is given. Continued occupancy with landlord’s consent can also imply renewal or extension, but clarity is generally achieved through written agreements. Without a written agreement, eviction may be pursued under statutory provisions, but courts prefer documented evidence ["B.A.Chandrashekara Setty vs Sucharita Gunasekaran - Madras"].

• Renewal and Extension of Tenancy - Tenants seeking renewal must usually apply in writing, and such extensions are subject to landlord’s discretion and mutually agreed terms. Early termination clauses often allow landlords to end tenancy with prior notice, even without default, provided such terms are documented. Oral tenancies or those lacking written renewal agreements are more difficult to enforce ["ARROW EXPRESS (M) SDN BHD vs MAJLIS BANDARAYA SHAH ALAM - High Court Malaya Shah Alam"].

• Transfer, Bequeath, and Rights of Tenancy - Transfer or assignment of tenancy rights typically require written consent; oral agreements or unauthorized transfers can lead to eviction proceedings. Tenants cannot freely bequeath tenancy rights, and unauthorized transfers attract legal consequences, including eviction under applicable rent acts ["SMT. JULIA RODRIGUES vs SMT. CHANDRA GULAB ADVANI and ORS. - Bombay"].

• Legal Framework for Tenancy and License - Courts generally emphasize the importance of written agreements for establishing tenancy rights, especially for eviction, renewal, or transfer. In the absence of such agreements, courts may rely on conduct, rent receipts, and implied agreements, but these are less definitive. Legislation like the TNRRRLT Act, 2017, mandates written agreements for tenancy renewal and transfer, emphasizing the importance of documentation ["J. Selvakumar vs Rajeswari (Deceased) - Madras"].

Analysis and Conclusion:While a tenant can operate and even apply for trade licenses based on implied authority from a tenancy, legally, written consent from the landlord is often required for formal processes like trade license issuance, renewal, or transfer. Courts recognize implied tenancies based on conduct but prefer written agreements for clarity and enforceability. In the absence of a written tenancy agreement, tenants may still establish their rights through conduct and statutory provisions, but legal processes such as eviction or renewal are more straightforward when documented agreements are in place. Therefore, tenants should seek written agreements to ensure their rights are protected and to comply with legal requirements ["ANITHA JUBY vs THE MUNICIPALITY OF PATHANAMTHITTA - Kerala"], ["M/s.Primex Healthcare and Re vs A.A.L. Ramaswamy - Madras"], ["J. Selvakumar vs Rajeswari (Deceased) - Madras"].