Property Management
Under Virginia law, a commercial landlord who wants to retake possession after the lease ends must:
ASimply change the locks
BGive proper written notice and, if the tenant doesn't vacate, pursue an unlawful detainer action✓ Correct
CFile with VREB for a judgment
DNotify the Virginia courts 6 months in advance
Explanation
Even for commercial properties, Virginia landlords must follow legal procedures to reclaim possession. Self-help evictions (lockouts) are illegal.
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