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When can my landlord give me notice?

FAQs - Harassment and Illegal Eviction
When you can be given the notice depends on the reason your landlord is evicting you and the type of tenancy you have.
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I entitled to notice if my landlord wants to increase my rent?

Frequently Asked Questions of the Housing Court Department
The tenancy between the parties is a legal contract. It cannot be changed by one side. The tenant can agree to a rent increase. But if the tenant does not agree to the rent increase, then the landlord must terminate the tenancy. In a tenancy at will, the landlord must then give a notice to quit but such written notice may include an offer to establish a new tenancy for the same premises at the higher rent.
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How much advance notice must my landlord give me if he wants me to move out of my rental unit?

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Effective, January 1, 2003, rental property owners will be required to provide a 60-day advance notice to a resident if the landlord elects to terminate a tenancy and the resident has lived in the unit for one year or longer. (Civil Code Section 1946.1) If the resident has lived in the unit for less than one year, the owner must provide at least 30-days advanced notice before terminating the tenancy.
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Why was a disconnect notice sent out to my landlord?

Customer Service Faqs
Landlord are notified as they have a vested interest in the property as well as if the water and sewer remains unpaid, the past due may be applied to their tax bill in the form of a special assessment.
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Can the landlord give me notice to quit my tenancy?

Off Campus Housing
Yes, the landlord may serve the tenant(s) a notice to quit either in person, by registered/certified mail or by courier. A proper notice to quit is a written notice which must contain:
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Can a landlord give short notice to a tenant?

Off Campus Housing
Yes, if the tenant poses a risk to the safety or security of the landlord or other tenants, the landlord may give a five-day notice to quit. All notices must be given in writing, and the landlord is not required to give a reason for a notice to quit. On receiving a notice to quit, the tenant must pay the rent until the end of the tenancy.
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DO I HAVE TO MOVE IF MY LANDLORD GIVES ME NOTICE?

tenant/landlord frequently asked questions
Sec.1946 of cc When a landlord wants you to move from a month to month rental, he/she must first give you written notice. If you don't comply with the written notice, the landlord's second step is to sue you in court. If you live in housing that was built with the aid of Federal or State funds you may have a right to a grievance and appeal procedure before the landlord may sue to evict you, however you must appeal within prescribed time frames noted in the appeal procedure.
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Is my landlord obligated to pay relocation fees if I receive a notice to end tenancy?

FAQ'S
A landlord is required to pay relocation fees if the building falls under rent control in areas such as the Cities of Berkeley, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and West Hollywood. There are certain conditions under which a landlord in these areas is required to pay relocation assistance. Check of the law for the City you live in. Rent control jurisdictions can be found on the “What ARE my housing rights?” page.
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Can my landlord come into my unit without notice?

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A landlord can only enter without a tenant's permission in an emergency situation such as a broken pipe or gas leak. The tenant should be notified of the event, either verbally or in writing with a note of the event including date, time, issue and result.
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If a tenant wants to move, how much notice must he/she give to the landlord?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - HALSA
Unless the lease provides otherwise, a tenant must give a landlord 30 days advanced written notice before moving.
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No response to landlord's trigger notice - what happens now?

Property Litigation - Rent Review
If time is of the essence and the tenant has failed to respond to a validly served trigger notice, the tenant may lose the right to challenge the figure proposed by the landlord. This is known as 'deeming' and will only happen if the lease contains a 'deeming' provision. Sometimes the existence of a deeming provision can imply that time is of the essence for a tenant's counter-notice, even where this is not expressly stated. This will depend upon the wording in the particular lease.
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Why would a landlord give Notice To Quit to the tenant(s)?

Off Campus Housing
The landlord may give the tenant(s)notice for any violation of a condition or rule as outlined on your lease. Three examples are outlined below. Many rental units have rules about the noise level that is acceptable for the building. Often times, although not necessary, tenant(s) will be giving a warning or warnings before given a notice to leave the premises. Make sure that you know and understand the consequences upon receiving a noise complaint or warning.
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How does a landlord give notice to enter the unit?

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A landlord may deliver the written notice of his/her intention to enter the rental unit by: a) Handing it to the tenant or an adult on the tenant's premises; b) Leaving it in the mail box or in a place where mail is ordinarily delivered; c) Sliding it under the tenant's door; or d) Posting it on the tenant's door 24 hours in advance.
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Can a landlord terminate the lease on one month's notice?

Hancock Caffin Solicitors - Commercial Property
Subject to certain provision if a lease is for more than a year the it can only be brought to an end by a landlord if it serves a notice giving not more than 12 month's and not less than six month's notice. The notice will need to set out whether the landlord is willing to grant a new lease, and if so on what terms. Equally if the landlord does not wish to grant a new lease then the notice will need to set out the specific statutory grounds that he landlord is relying on.
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Do I have to give the landlord notice when I plan to move out of my rental property?

Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you must give the landlord notice in advance of your plans to move out of the rental property. Please refer to our Useful Fact Sheets and click on the link to ‘Ending a Tenancy’ and ‘Breaking a Lease’ for more information on what you need to do.
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Do I have to give my landlord a notice if I want to renew my lease?

Your rights as a tenant (FAQs)
No, your lease is automatically renewed unless you tell your landlord you want to move. If you do not want to renew your lease you should let your landlord know about the non-renewal at least 3 months before the end of your lease. There are models of different notices on the Rental Board website.
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Who is a landlord?

Gas safety frequently asked questions - landlords and lettin...
In relation to domestic gas under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 (GS(IU)R 98), a landlord is anyone who rents out a property that they own under a lease that is shorter than 7 years or under a licence . Regardless of whether you are a landlord under GS(IU)R 98 you may be considered a landlord under other related legislation.
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Is a tenant entitled to a notice before a landlord may enter the apartment?

LA City Housing Law FAQ
Yes. Refusal to grant the landlord reasonable access to the rental unit (after 24-hour notice or in the case of an emergency) for the following purposes is legal grounds for eviction: making repairs of improvements, inspecting the unit as permitted or required by the lease or by law, or showing the rental unit to any prospective purchaser or mortagee.
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Can a landlord serve his trigger notice after the rent review date has passed?

Property Litigation - Rent Review
If time is not of the essence, then unless the tenant can argue estoppel or unilateral abandonment, the landlord can serve his notice late. In the case of Lanecrest Ltd v Asiwaju, the Court of Appeal held that a trigger notice served more than 12 months after the rent review date was not of the essence.
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Can the landlord increase the rent after service of his trigger notice?

Property Litigation - Rent Review
The lease will usually state how much the tenant must pay to the landlord whilst the rent review is ongoing. It is common for the tenant to pay the passing rent until the review is concluded, at which point he must pay the difference between the passing rent and the new rent for the time between the rent review date and the date the review is concluded. Added to this, he may have to pay interest.
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What is the next step for a tenant if a section 25 notice is served by the landlord?

Property Litigation - Landlord & Tenant
A tenant no longer needs to serve any counter-notice to the landlord's notice to inform the landlord of its intentions concerning the premises. However, depending on the circumstances, it is often helpful to discuss the position with the landlord and, if appropriate, start negotiations for the new lease.
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Question: What if you were the landlord and the tenant filed a notice of appeal?

Evictions Unlimited - Philadelphia, PA - FAQ
Answer: You must file with the Prothonotary a copy of the Municipal Court Landlord-Tenant Complaint, or a new complaint in conformity with the rules of civil procedure within twenty (20) days.
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Does my landlord have to serve a notice of increase of a registered rent (Fair Rent) on a property?

The Rent Service (TRS) - frequently asked questions - FAQs
Yes, the landlord is required to serve a notice of increase on the tenant. There is a prescribed form known as 'notice of increase' form no 1 which is available from legal stationers. Click on the following link and scroll down the page: http://www.therentservice.gov.uk/advice-guidance/fair-rent.asp Contact your local authority Housing Benefit office and they will send an application form for you to complete. You may be entitled to either full or partial benefit.
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a Landlord, what would I be responsible for?

Frequently Asked Questions - LandlordZONE
Repairs to the structure and exterior of the property, heating and hot water installations, basins, sinks, baths, toilet installations, pipes and service supplies to the property.
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I have a problem with my landlord (or tenant). What can I do?

The State of Alaska Department of Law - Frequently Asked Que...
The attorney general does not regulate relationships between landlords and tenants. The Landlord and Tenant Act: What it Means to You is a good resource. You can find it at the Real Estate Commission's web site, http://www.dced.state.ak.us/occ/prec.htm, or by writing to the commission at 550 W. 7th Avenue, Suite 1500, Anchorage, AK 99501-3567 or calling (907) 269-8168. This booklet summarizes landlord and tenant obligations under Alaska law.
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What is a "Notice to Appear"?

CRT Frequently Asked Questions
Inspectors have the option of issuing a Notice to Appear citation instead of a Notice of Violation. These citations are sent directly to County Court. You will have the option of a trial or being fined accordingly. Notices to Appear are used most frequently for water and other transient-type violations and for repeat violators and/or violations. Back To Top
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How about a Copyright notice?

EPD FAQ (Enzyme Potentiated Desensitization FAQ)
This collection of information is (C) Copyright 1997 (and later) by Stan Rohrer. All rights reserved. Permission is granted for personal non-profit use. Additional copies and distribution require the express written consent of Stan Rohrer. Some information within this collection may be otherwise copyrighted and remains in the possession of those holders where that is the case.
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What should I do with the award notice?

Loyola University Chicago- FAQs
Please review the award notice and return the last page with any information updates or changes that are requested. No. Financial aid is awarded by each institution according to individual packaging criteria. Since the cost of attendance is different at each institution, the financial aid you are awarded at each institution will also be different. Transfer students need to reapply at Loyola to be considered for financial aid.
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