When can a landlord take possession of leftover personal property from a non-residential tenant?

A landlord can take possession of a non-residential tenant's leftover personal property after ten days of personal service of notice. This timeframe is established to ensure that the tenant is given a fair opportunity to reclaim their belongings before the landlord disposes of or reclaims them. The notice serves to inform the tenant that their personal property remains on the premises and provides a clear deadline for them to retrieve it.

This ensures compliance with legal obligations and protects the landlord from potential claims of mishandling a tenant’s property. By using personal service, the landlord guarantees that the tenant has received the notification, as opposed to other methods like mailing, which may not guarantee receipt.

The other potential timelines for notice, such as 20 days via mail, immediate action upon the tenant vacating, or a five-day notice, do not align with the standard legal procedures that govern the handling of remaining property in this context. Each of these options lacks the requisite personal communication or designated timeframe necessary for lawful repossession of a tenant's belongings.