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A WA lessor wants vacant possession when a fixed-term tenancy expires. What must the lessor do for the tenancy to end on the expiry date?

Correct Answer

A) Give the tenant at least 30 days' written notice before the expiry date

Consumer Protection WA says a fixed-term tenancy does not end on its expiry date unless the tenant or lessor gives a minimum of 30 days' notice before expiry. Without that notice the tenancy continues as a periodic tenancy. WA still allows a lessor to end a periodic tenancy without grounds on 60 days' notice.

Answer Options
A
Give the tenant at least 30 days' written notice before the expiry date
B
Wait for the expiry date, as a WA fixed-term tenancy ends on that date by itself
C
Give at least 60 days' notice, the same as for a periodic tenancy
D
Give at least 90 days' notice and state a prescribed reason

Why This Is the Correct Answer

WA requires at least 30 days' notice before expiry for a fixed term to end on its expiry date.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

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