Is the father obligated to vacate the commercial premises, rented under an old lease since 1960, which the grandfather leased without a specified duration, or should he remain and pay the rent? Is he entitled to claim compensation for the repairs paid for in the premises, for the value of what the grandfather previously paid, taking into account the change in currency value, and for goodwill? If the father refuses to leave, is it permissible for the children to assist him in the shop and work with him?
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The tenant has the right to demand from the landlord the costs of repairs that benefit the property if these repairs were carried out with the landlord's permission. However, repairs that solely benefit the tenant cannot be claimed. You are not permitted to help your father if he refuses to vacate the property after the heirs decline to renew the contract, because by doing so, he would be an usurper, and cooperation in sin and aggression is forbidden by Islamic law.
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