The difficult situation faced by Urszula Kozub began in August 2021 when she rented her two-room apartment to a young couple with two children. Initially, everything operated as it should, including a lease agreement, and the rent and utility payments were made to the housing community. Urszula received 600 złoty monthly, but as time went on, the couple started accumulating debts, and ultimately, the total obligations to the community exceeded 1.6 thousand złoty each month.

Over time, the financial burdens became overwhelming for Urszula, who, fearful of eviction processes and losing her property, ended up paying approximately 3 thousand złoty out of her own pocket to cover the debts incurred by her tenants. Though the mother of the tenant signed a promissory note to assure repayment, the promised money was never returned. The situation worsened as the family expanded, leading to the tenant now raising five children, ranging from 7 years to 7 months in age. Urszula expressed her distress, stating she cannot proceed with legally removing the tenants without risking her own stability, as the looming specter of a court bailiff taking her property looms large over her visions for the future.

The underlying issue highlights the challenges faced by many landlords, particularly senior citizens, in Poland, where legal systems can complicate eviction processes. This case raises questions about tenant rights, landlord protection, and the challenges posed by economic hardship, particularly during difficult times. As Urszula continues to manage her finances amidst this dilemma, the plight of vulnerable landlords in similar situations calls for greater public attention and potential legal reforms.