Virginia Tenant Eviction Laws

Summary

In Virginia, landlords must provide a 60-day notice for eviction for yearly leases and a 30-day notice for month-to-month leases. If no lease was renewed, it typically defaults to a month-to-month lease. However, it can depend on the terms of the original lease. If the landlord does not provide the required notice, they may be in violation of Virginias eviction laws. Its advisable to consult with a local attorney for accurate advice.

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Are you the tenant or the landlord in this eviction situation, ****?
Tenant
What is the reason for your eviction, ****? In Virginia, landlords must provide a written notice before eviction.
They have other plans for property
What kind of notice did you receive and when? In Virginia, landlords must provide a *-day notice for month-to-month tenants.
June *. Letter sent in mail. I have been here for 6 years november * with the last lease signed was yearly
Did you receive a *-day notice for eviction? In Virginia, for yearly leases, landlords must provide a *-day notice before eviction.
Yes
Did you receive the *-day notice before June * or on June *?
In june *
If you received the notice on June *, your landlord should not evict you before July *. Did they respect this timeline?
I thought it was 60 day
In Virginia, for yearly leases, landlords must provide a *-day notice before eviction. Did you receive a *-day notice?
No
If you didn't receive a *-day notice, your landlord may be in violation of Virginia's eviction laws. Have you considered seeking legal advice?
Yes
What is the current status of your eviction? Have you already been evicted or is the process still ongoing?
So if no lease was renewed in November, is it considered monthly or yearly
In Virginia, if no lease was renewed, it typically defaults to a month-to-month lease. However, it can depend on the terms of your original lease. Have you checked this?
No. I thought it stayed the same
What does your original lease agreement say about the terms if not renewed? It's important to check this as it can affect your eviction notice period.
It doesnt
What is the notice period mentioned in your original lease for termination or changes in the lease terms?
None
What is the duration of your original lease?
1 year
What was the exact end date of your original one-year lease?
November *
What actions has your landlord taken since the end of your original lease?
Nothing
What date did your landlord inform you about the eviction?
June *
Based on your original lease, it seems you should have received a *-day notice. Did your landlord provide this notice in writing?
30 day sent to my mother
Did your mother forward you the eviction notice? In Virginia, a *-day notice is typically required for month-to-month leases.
No she told ne about it
Did your mother keep the written eviction notice or was it discarded?
Keep
Do you have access to the written eviction notice your mother kept? It's important to review the details.
Yes
What does the eviction notice state?
Hello
What is your current living situation? Have you moved out or are you still residing at the property?
Residing still
What steps have you taken since receiving the eviction notice?
Looking for place to live but unsuccessfully
Have you considered seeking help from local housing assistance programs or shelters in Virginia?
So do i have to be out august *
Based on the eviction notice you received, yes, you are expected to vacate the property by August *. However, it's advisable to consult with a local attorney for accurate advice.
In virginia , after lease is up, and no other action has been taken, does lease continue yearly or monthly
In Virginia, if no action is taken after a lease ends, it typically converts to a month-to-month lease. However, it's best to check your original lease agreement for specifics.