Rockwell v. Nelson

In this consolidated proceeding, appellants Nelson and Pacey appeal from a judgment denying their claim for specific performance of an option agreement and affirming a justice court judgment in favor of respondent on her Forcible Entry and Detainer (FED) action. We reverse.

Both the facts and procedural history are convoluted. Respondent is the owner of a residence in Hines. In May 1995, respondent and appellants signed a lease/option agreement under which appellants would pay rent in the amount of $485 a month. Appellants were to repair the garage roof and reroof the house at their expense.…