Nev. Rev. Stat. §§ 40.215–40.425 § 40.251

Unlawful detainer: Possession of property leased for indefinite time after notice to surrender; older person or person with a disability entitled to extension of period of possession upon request; federal worker, tribal worker, state worker or household member of such worker may request extension of period of possession.

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Operative Text

Nev. Rev. Stat. §§ 40.215–40.425 § 40.251
1. A tenant of real property, a
recreational vehicle or a mobile home for a term less than life is guilty of an
unlawful detainer when having leased:
(a) Real property, except as otherwise provided
in this section, or a mobile home for an indefinite time, with monthly or other
periodic rent reserved, the tenant continues in possession thereof, in person
or by subtenant, without the landlord’s consent after the expiration of a notice
of:
(1) For tenancies from week to week, at
least 7 days;
(2) Except as otherwise provided in
subsection 2, for all other periodic tenancies, at least 30 days; or
(3) For tenancies at will, at least 5
days.
(b) A dwelling unit subject to the provisions of chapter 118A of NRS, the tenant continues in
possession, in person or by subtenant, without the landlord’s consent after
expiration of:
(1) The term of the rental agreement or
its termination and, except as otherwise provided in subparagraph (2), the
expiration of a notice of:
(I) At least 7 days for tenancies
from week to week; and
(II) Except as otherwise provided in
subsection 2, at least 30 days for all other periodic tenancies; or
(2) A notice of at least 5 days where the
tenant has failed to perform the tenant’s basic or contractual obligations
under chapter 118A of NRS.
(c) A mobile home lot subject to the provisions
of chapter 118B of NRS, or a lot for a
recreational vehicle in an area of a mobile home park other than an area
designated as a recreational vehicle lot pursuant to the provisions of
subsection 8 of NRS 40.215, the tenant
continues in possession, in person or by subtenant, without the landlord’s
consent:
(1) After notice has been given pursuant
to NRS 118B.115, 118B.170 or 118B.190 and the period of the notice has
expired; or
(2) If the person is not a natural person
and has received three notices for nonpayment of rent within a 12-month period,
immediately upon failure to pay timely rent.
(d) A recreational vehicle lot, the tenant
continues in possession, in person or by subtenant, without the landlord’s
consent, after the expiration of a notice of at least 5 days.
2. Except as otherwise provided in this
section, if a tenant with a periodic tenancy pursuant to paragraph (a) or (b)
of subsection 1, other than a tenancy from week to week, is 60 years of age or
older or has a physical or mental disability, the tenant may request to be
allowed to continue in possession for an additional 30 days beyond the time
specified in subsection 1 by submitting a written request for an extended
period and providing proof of the tenant’s age or disability. A landlord may
not be required to allow a tenant to continue in possession if a shorter notice
is provided pursuant to subparagraph (2) of paragraph (b) of subsection 1.
3. Except as otherwise provided in this
section, if a tenant with a periodic tenancy pursuant to paragraph (a) or (b)
of subsection 1 is a federal worker, tribal worker, state worker or household
member of such a worker, the tenant may request to be allowed to continue in
possession during the period commencing on the date on which a shutdown begins
and ending on the date that is 30 days after the date on which the shutdown
ends by submitting a written request for the extended period and providing
proof that he or she is a federal worker, tribal worker, state worker or
household member of such a worker during the shutdown.
4. Except as otherwise provided in NRS 118A.315, a landlord who receives a
request from a tenant pursuant to subsection 3 shall allow a tenant to continue
in possession for the period requested.
5. Any notice provided pursuant to
paragraph (a) or (b) of subsection 1 must include a statement advising the
tenant of the provisions of subsections 2, 3 and 4.
6. If a landlord rejects a request to
allow a tenant to continue in possession for an additional 30 days pursuant to
subsection 2, the tenant may petition the court for an order to continue in
possession for the additional 30 days. If the tenant submits proof to the court
that the tenant is entitled to request such an extension, the court may grant
the petition and enter an order allowing the tenant to continue in possession
for the additional 30 days. If the court denies the petition, the tenant must
be allowed to continue in possession for 5 calendar days following the date of
entry of the order denying the petition.
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Plain English

Nevada Revised Statutes § 40.251 defines when a tenant becomes subject to an unlawful detainer action for remaining in a property after a landlord's notice to vacate has expired. The required notice period varies by tenancy type — ranging from 5 days for tenancies at will or recreational vehicle lots, to 7 days for week-to-week tenancies, to at least 30 days for most other periodic tenancies. The statute also carves out special protections: tenants who are 60 or older, have a qualifying disability, or are government workers (federal, tribal, or state) affected by a shutdown may be entitled to an extended possession period beyond the standard notice window.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.251, compliant operators ensure that any notice to vacate meets the minimum period required for the specific tenancy type — 5, 7, or 30 days depending on the arrangement. Notices issued under subsections (a) or (b) must include a written statement informing the tenant of the extension rights available to older adults, persons with disabilities, and government workers affected by a shutdown, as required by subsection 5. When a qualifying tenant submits a written extension request with supporting documentation, operators generally honor that request before pursuing any unlawful detainer proceeding, except where a shorter notice applies due to a tenant's failure to meet basic obligations.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.251 establishes that a landlord must provide a minimum notice period before a tenant's continued possession becomes an unlawful detainer, and that notice must advise tenants of available extension rights. If you are 60 or older or have a physical or mental disability, you may submit a written request with proof to remain for an additional 30 days beyond the standard notice period; if a landlord rejects that request, subsection 6 allows you to petition a court for an order granting the extension. Government workers — including federal, tribal, and state employees and their household members — may also request extended possession during and shortly after a qualifying shutdown by submitting a written request with supporting documentation; tenant-rights organizations in Nevada can help you understand how these protections may apply to your circumstances.

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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