How much notice do i need to give to a boarder/lodger to vacate the premises?

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How much notice do i need to give to a boarder/lodger to vacate the premises?

I rent out a room to a gentleman that has been living in my house for 3 months now. He paid the first month’s rent, but has not paid the last two. I verbally served him notice two weeks ago, but he refuses to leave. He states that I am required to give him 30-days notice in writing. The situation in the household has now become hostile and I do fear for my own personal safety.

Asked on July 1, 2009 under Real Estate Law, New York

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N. K., Member, Iowa and Illinois Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 14 years ago | Contributor

Unless there is a written or verbal lease which states otherwise, you must serve a 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Surrender before you can bring a court proceeding (eviction action) for non-payment of rent.

N. K., Member, Iowa and Illinois Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 14 years ago | Contributor

Unless there is a written or verbal lease which states otherwise, you must serve a 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Surrender before you can bring a court proceeding (eviction action) for non-payment of rent.


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