Length of time between violation and notice?

Length of time between violation and notice? by LH (PA) on July 4, 2012 @17:44

Is there a rule for how much time can elapse between a lease violation and the issuing of a notice for that violation? I was out of town when the violation occurred (smoking) and it was reported to me when I returned. There are multiple witnesses.

Thanks.

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Re: Length of time between violation and notice? by Anonymous on July 4, 2012 @19:58	[ Reply ]

I believe that as soon as you become aware of the violation, or as soon as it is brought to your attention, that you may post a notice. Before doing that, however, you may want to be sure your witnesses make a written statement with their signature on said statement. I'm a bit anal, and I'd have this done in front of a notary. If push comes to shove, a lot of time, "witnesses" will refuse to step up to the plate. You might want to do an inspection as well to check on things, and to bring fresh new batteries for the smoke detectors and CO detectors while inspecting and look for signs of smoke, smells of smoke, etc.

Re: Length of time between violation and notice? by Anonymous on July 4, 2012 @21:00	[ Reply ]

I would issue it ASAP with a written verification from the witness as the previous poster said. We had tenants two weeks after they moved smoking in the apartment. There is no smoking on the property per the lease. The smell was seeping into my home. Two family home. Repeated verbal & written notices were given to no avail. It was only when my lawyer sent a letter threatening with eviction that it stopped. Be prepared for them to deny it. My tenants tried to deny it until one of them locked themselves out. When I opened the door the smell of smoke almost knocked me over. Needless to say their lease expires next month and is not be renewed. Good riddance!