Property Management

A Mississippi property manager discovers a tenant is operating an unlicensed business from a residential rental unit. The lease prohibits commercial activity. The manager should:

AIgnore it since the tenant is paying rent
BIssue a written notice to cease the commercial activity, document the violation, and proceed with eviction if the violation continues✓ Correct
CCollect a commercial tenant surcharge
DReport only to the local business licensing authority

Explanation

Operating an unlicensed business in a residential unit violates the lease and potentially local zoning and licensing laws. The property manager should issue a written notice to cure (cease the business activity), document the violation, and if the activity continues, proceed with proper eviction procedures through the courts.

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