89Termination by lessor because of damage

89 Termination by lessor because of damage (1) The lessor may terminate a lease by giving at least 30 days notice of his or her intention to terminate if— (a) the premises have, or a building containing the premises (the building) has, been damaged; and (b) the lessor has told the tenant under section 88 (a) that the lessor does not intend to repair the premises or building; and (c) either— (i) the premises or building has to be, or has been, demolished because of the damage; or (ii) the damage extends to more than 50% of the premises or building; or (iii) it is impracticable for the lessor to repair or reinstate the premises or building, acting reasonably and promptly, within 1 year after the day, or last day, the damage happened; or (iv) the premises cannot be used because of the damage, the lease is due to expire within 2 years after the day, or last day, the damage happened and the lease contains no option for extension. (2) No compensation is payable for termination under this section.