Cal. Civ. Code § 9-207
Notice to terminate tenancy for less than a year
Operative Text
Notice to terminate tenancy for less than a year. (a) Except as provided in Section 9-207.5 of this Code, in all cases of tenancy from week to week, where the tenant holds over without special agreement, the landlord may terminate the tenancy by 7 days' notice, in writing, and may maintain an action for eviction or ejectment. (b) Except as provided in Section 9-207.5 of this Code, in all cases of tenancy for any term less than one year, other than tenancy from week to week, where the tenant holds over without special agreement, the landlord may terminate the tenancy by 30 days' notice, in writing, and may maintain an action for eviction or ejectment.
Under 735 Ill. Comp. Stat. 5 § 9-207, Illinois law establishes the minimum written notice a landlord must give to end a short-term tenancy when no special agreement governs the holdover. For week-to-week tenancies, that minimum is 7 days' written notice; for other tenancies lasting less than one year, it is 30 days' written notice. Once proper notice is given and the period expires, the landlord is permitted to pursue an eviction or ejectment action in court. Note that Section 9-207.5 of the same Code contains exceptions that may alter these requirements in certain circumstances.
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Property owners and managers operating under short-term rental arrangements in Illinois should be aware that 735 Ill. Comp. Stat. 5 § 9-207 sets the floor for termination notices when a tenant holds over without a special agreement. Compliant operators generally deliver written notice—7 days for week-to-week tenancies and 30 days for other sub-annual tenancies—before initiating any eviction or ejectment proceeding. Operators also typically review Section 9-207.5 to determine whether any exceptions apply to a given tenancy before issuing notice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under 735 Ill. Comp. Stat. 5 § 9-207, tenants in Illinois holding over on a week-to-week basis are entitled to at least 7 days' written notice before a landlord can pursue eviction, while tenants on other sub-annual arrangements are entitled to at least 30 days' written notice. If a landlord attempts to evict without providing the required written notice, a tenant may be able to raise the deficiency as a defense in eviction proceedings. Tenants who believe proper notice was not given can explore their options by contacting a local tenant-rights organization or reviewing resources provided by Illinois legal aid services.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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