North Carolina lease termination letters are crucial for landlords or tenants seeking to end a rental agreement. In North Carolina, the notice periods for lease termination are dictated by the type of tenancy:
- Yearly Leases: A 30-day notice is required.
- Monthly Leases: A 7-day notice is necessary.
- Weekly Leases: A 2-day notice should be given.
If a tenant remains on the property without the landlord’s consent after the rental agreement ends, the landlord in North Carolina can bring legal action to regain possession and collect back rent and reasonable attorney’s fees, as outlined in NCGS § 42-26. Furthermore, if the tenant’s holdover is intentional and not in good faith, the landlord can also recover damages and attorney’s fees under the same statute.
Governing Law — NCGS § 42-14 for all types of leases.
Required Notice Period — 30 days for year-to-year, 7 days for month-to-month, and 2 days for week-to-week.
By Type
30-Day Notice (Year-to-Year Tenancy)
Terminate a year-to-year lease within 30 days.
7-Day Notice (Month-to-Month Tenancy)
Notify a landlord or tenant of ending a monthly rental agreement in 7 days.
2-Day Notice (Week-to-Week Tenancy)
End a lease agreement for a weekly tenancy by providing two days' notice.
