New York Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 - Eviction Notice Periods
Mandates specific notice periods before an eviction case can proceed and sets rules for warrant execution.
Tenant Rights - Eviction
Laws filed under this category in plain English.
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Washington Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (RLTA) - 14-Day Notice to Pay or Vacate
Requires landlords to provide a 14-day notice to pay rent or vacate the premises for non-payment.
Oregon Senate Bill 608 - Limitations on No-Cause Evictions
Prohibits 'no-cause' evictions after the first year of occupancy, except in specific situations like landlord family move-in or property sale, often requiring relocation assistance.
Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO) - Prohibition Against Retaliatory Conduct
Prevents landlords from evicting tenants in retaliation for exercising their legal rights or making legitimate complaints.
Colorado Revised Statutes - Notice for Curable Lease Violations
Requires landlords to provide specific notice periods and allow tenants to cure certain lease violations before an eviction can proceed.
Massachusetts General Laws - Owner Occupancy Eviction Limitations in Larger Buildings
Restricts 'no-fault' evictions, particularly for owner-occupancy reasons, in buildings with more than 3 units, requiring specific conditions or lease terms.
Maryland Governor's Emergency Powers - Eviction Moratoriums
State governors or legislatures have the power to enact temporary moratoriums on evictions during declared states of emergency to protect public health and safety.
California Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (AB 1482) - Just Cause Eviction
Landlords must have a 'just cause' to evict tenants who have lived in a unit for 12 months or more.
Texas Property Code - Prohibition of Self-Help Evictions
Strictly prohibits landlords from using 'self-help' methods to evict tenants, such as changing locks, removing doors, or shutting off utilities.
Florida Residential Landlord and Tenant Act - Proper Notice for Eviction
Outlines specific notice requirements (e.g., 3-day for non-payment, 7-day for curable lease violations) before a landlord can file an eviction lawsuit.