Cowell v. Lumley

Citations

• 39 Cal. 151

Syllabus

<p>Landlord and Tenant.—Covenant to Build.—A covenant by the lessor of land to build on the leased premises, does not, by implication, impose on him an obligation to rebuild in case of the destruction of the building, by fire, during the tenancy.</p> <p>Idem.—Rent.—The failure of the lessor to rebuild after the accidental destruction of the building by fire, does not relieve the lessee from his express agreement to pay rent.</p>