Transfer of Property Act · 106
Duration and Termination of Lease
Understanding the issue
If there is no lease agreement, a monthly tenancy can be ended by giving 15 days' notice before the end of the month. For yearly leases, 6 months' notice is required.
Punishment
Tenant must vacate after valid notice period
Examples
- Landlord wants tenant to vacate. Without a lease agreement, landlord must give 15 days' notice before month end.
The section as enacted
In the absence of a contract or local law, a lease of immoveable property can be terminated by giving 15 days' notice for month-to-month tenancy.