GIVING NOTICE

Each tenant must receive a separate copy of any legal notice.  In addition, there must one additional copy addressed to “all other occupants.”

There also are specific requirements about service of any notice.

• You must knock on the door or ring the bell and wait.

• If all adult occupants are available, hand each a copy plus an extra copy for “all other occupants,” OR

• If a person of suitable age and discretion is available, hand them a copy for every adult occupant plus one extra AND mail one to each of the adult occupants, plus one more copy to “all other occupants,” OR

• If no one of suitable age and discretion answers, post the open notice conspicuously on or near the front door AND mail to each of the adult occupants plus one extra for all others.

• Mailed copies must be mailed by first-class mail from the county in which the rental property is located.

If notice is done incorrectly or if the notice doesn’t include required disclosures, the process will have to be redone. Legal consultation is therefore recommended.

We are here to help you and your clients with all aspects of the rental market. Please contact us for further assistance!

Nothing found herein should be construed as an attempt to offer or render a legal opinion or otherwise engage in the practice of law. You should not rely solely on this information. We encourage our clients to work with a lawyer experienced in commercial and/or residential real estate matters as they can be complicated and confusing.