Property ManagementIntermediateNorth Carolina Exam

When a NC tenant who is a victim of domestic violence requests early lease termination under G.S. Chapter 42, the landlord:

AMay refuse and hold the tenant liable for all remaining rent
BMust allow early termination upon receipt of qualifying documentation such as a protective orderCorrect
CMay charge a 3-month penalty fee
DOnly must allow termination if the abuser is also on the lease, as is typical in most transactions

Why Must allow early termination upon receipt of qualifying documentation such as a protective order Is Correct

Answer B: Must allow early termination upon receipt of qualifying documentation such as a protective order

NC General Statutes Chapter 42 allows domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking victims to terminate a lease early by providing the landlord with appropriate documentation (such as a protective order).

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