IN THE COURT OF THE RENT CONTROLLER, __________
Rent Petition No. __________
VERSUS
APPLICATION FOR LEAVE TO CONTEST THE PETITION, WITH THE RESPONDENT’S REPLY
RESPECTFULLY SHOWETH:
- 2. TIME. That the summons was received by the Respondent on __________. This application is made within the time the law allows. If this Court finds that any day has been lost, the Respondent asks that it be condoned for the reasons stated in the affidavit.
- 5. REPLY TO THE PETITION. That every statement in the petition is denied, except what is expressly admitted in this reply. The Respondent does not admit the Petitioner’s title, status or need as pleaded, and puts the Petitioner to strict proof.
- 9. RENT TO CONTINUE. That the Respondent will keep paying the rent as it falls due and, if this Court so directs, will deposit it in Court.
PRAYER
The Respondent prays that this Court may be pleased to: (a) grant the Respondent leave to contest the petition; (b) take this reply on the record and fix the case for evidence; (c) dismiss the petition with costs; and (d) grant any other relief that this Court thinks fit.
VERIFICATION
AFFIDAVIT
Sworn before the Oath Commissioner or Notary on ______________ at __________.