Property Management

Under the VRLTA, a landlord may terminate a lease for nonpayment of rent by providing the tenant with a:

A30-day notice to quit immediately
B5-day pay or quit notice, followed by filing for unlawful detainer if unpaid✓ Correct
C7-day notice with no right to cure
DImmediate notice to vacate without any waiting period

Explanation

Under the VRLTA, a landlord must serve a written 5-day pay-or-quit notice for nonpayment of rent. If the tenant does not pay within 5 days, the landlord may file an unlawful detainer (eviction) action.

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