Cal. Civ. Code § 232-B
Notification to terminate monthly tenancy or tenancy from month to month outside the city of New York
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§ 232-b. Notification to terminate monthly tenancy or tenancy from month to month outside the city of New York. A monthly tenancy or tenancy from month to month of any lands or buildings located outside of the city of New York may be terminated by the tenant or for a tenancy other than a residential tenancy the landlord, upon the tenant's or non-residential landlord's notifying the landlord or non-residential tenant at least one month before the expiration of the term of the tenant's election to terminate; provided, however, that no notification shall be necessary to terminate a tenancy for a definite term.
N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 232-B establishes the notice requirement for ending a month-to-month tenancy on property located outside New York City. For residential tenancies, only the tenant has the statutory right to end the arrangement by giving at least one month's advance notice before the term expires; for non-residential tenancies, either the landlord or the tenant may use this notice mechanism. The rule does not apply to tenancies with a fixed, definite end date, which expire on their own terms without any notice being required.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 232-B, operators of non-residential properties outside New York City who wish to end a month-to-month arrangement generally provide written notice to the tenant at least one month before the intended termination date. For residential month-to-month tenancies covered by this section, the statute grants the termination-notice right to the tenant rather than the landlord, so residential landlords typically look to other applicable statutes or lease provisions when seeking to end such a tenancy. Keeping clear records of when and how any notice is delivered helps demonstrate compliance with the timing requirement.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 232-B gives residential tenants renting month-to-month outside New York City the right to end their tenancy by notifying the landlord at least one month before the expiration of the current rental period. If a landlord disputes whether proper notice was given or attempts to hold a tenant liable beyond a properly noticed termination date, a tenant may raise the requirements of § 232-B as part of any resulting proceeding. Tenants who have questions about how this provision applies to their situation can consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office for general guidance.
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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