West Virginia Eviction Laws
West Virginia requires a 5-day written notice to pay or vacate for nonpayment of rent before filing an eviction action.
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Key Rules
- Nonpayment Notice
- 5 days written notice to pay rent or vacate
- Periodic Tenancy Notice
- 1 month written notice for month-to-month termination
- Just Cause Required
- No — no just-cause eviction requirement
- Rent Control
- No rent control in West Virginia
Applicable Statutes
Unlawful detainer procedure: landlord must give written notice before filing an eviction action. For nonpayment of rent, a 5-day notice to pay or vacate is required.
Termination of tenancy at will: for month-to-month tenancy, landlord or tenant must give at least one month's written notice prior to termination.
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