How can a rental agreement be terminated in the State of Nevada?
If the tenancy is for a fixed term, such as 1 year, the agreement automatically expires at the end of the lease term and usually cannot be terminated earlier unless the lease provides for it. If the tenancy is month-to-month or week-to-week, either party can end the tenancy by giving the other party written notice at least 1 rental period (month or week, as the case may be) prior to the termination date set out in the notice.
On what grounds can a landlord evict a tenant?
A landlord can evict a tenant for the following reasons:
(a) nonpayment of rent;
(b) nonpayment of utility charges, if applicable;
(c) failure to comply with the tenant's obligations under the lease and under the law;
(d) failure to comply with the landlord's rules or regulations;
(e) breach of a provision of the lease;
(f) condemnation of the rental unit;
(g) holding over after the expiration of the rental term.
The landlord must first serve the tenant with proper notice as prescribed by the law. If the tenant does not either move out or cure the default within the allotted time, the landlord can commence an eviction action (an action for possession).
A landlord cannot physically remove a tenant, lock the tenant out, reduce or cut off utilities or essential services in an attempt to force the tenant out. The landlord also cannot seize the tenant's property to cover outstanding rent. The landlord must go to court and start eviction proceedings against the tenant in order to recover possession of the rental premises.
A landlord cannot increase rent, threaten eviction, cut off or reduce services as retaliation against a tenant for complaining to the landlord or to a government agency with respect to the condition of the premises, for organizing or joining a tenants' association, or otherwise availing him/herself of any other lawful rights and remedies.
The foregoing summary is provided for information purposes only and is not to be considered legal or business advice. The information may not be complete, accurate or applicable for any particular situation and should not be relied upon.
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