An owner of a periodic tenancy wants the tenant out but has no particular reason. What is the minimum notice the property manager must give?
Correct Answer
D) At least 90 days' written notice, with no reason required.
Section 51(1), as replaced on 30 January 2025, lets a landlord end a periodic tenancy in any case by giving at least 90 days' notice. The notice must be in writing, identify the premises, give the vacate date and be signed. Reasons must be stated only if less than 90 days' notice is given.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Section 51(1) allows a landlord to end a periodic tenancy with 90 days' notice for any reason.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: At least 63 days' written notice, with no reason required.
Sixty-three days is not a notice period under the current Act; the no-reason period is 90 days.
Option B: At least 42 days' written notice, stating that no reason is needed.
Forty-two days is available only for the specific grounds in s 51(2).
Option C: No-reason notices were abolished, so a ground must always be given.
Since 30 January 2025 s 51(1) again allows 90 days' notice for any reason.
Background Knowledge for Property Management
Source: https://www.legislation.govt.nz/act/public/1986/0120/latest/whole.html
Exam Tip for Property Management
Landlord, periodic, no reason: 90 days.
Common Mistakes to Avoid on Property Management Questions
- •Relying on the 2021–2024 rules that required a specified ground.
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