If my tenant is allowing3 adults and2 dogs to stay as friends for an indefinent peroid of time, how can we get them out?
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If my tenant is allowing3 adults and2 dogs to stay as friends for an indefinent peroid of time, how can we get them out?
We agreed to a 2 week stay but now they are staying longer than agreed.
Asked on November 29, 2011 under Real Estate Law, Virginia
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If you have an agreement with your tenant for a "temporary" stay of three (3) adults and two (2) dogs at your rental and the time has come and gone for the stay, you need to advise the tenant of this in a telephone call followed up by a written letter or e mail stating a set time for the guests to leave.
I would also carefully read your lease as to any restrictions as to additional occupants and pets in your lease. Possibly there may be a violation of the agreement for a continued stay.
You could also contact your local zoning department as to whether the number of occupants violates local zoning laws.
If the tenant refuses to comply with your request, you should consult with a landlord tenant attorney about your situation to see if the conduct amounts to a breach of the lease warranting a notice of eviction or a three day notice to cure or quit.
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