Early Lease Recertification Rules

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In Virginia, landlords can request early recertification but cannot refuse renewal without a valid reason. Review your lease for specific terms under Lease Renewal or Recertification. The Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act protects against arbitrary non-renewal. Always check your lease agreement for specific terms and conditions.

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In Virginia, landlords typically specify recertification requirements in the lease agreement. However, generally:
- Landlords can ask for recertification early but cannot refuse to renew without a valid reason.
- The Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act protects against arbitrary non-renewal.
Please review your lease agreement for specific terms.
So in other words I can wait until the due date unless my lease says otherwise?
Yes, you understood correctly. Unless your lease agreement specifies otherwise, you can wait until the due date for recertification. It's always a good practice to review the terms of your lease agreement.
What section would this fall under in my lease?
This would typically fall under a section titled "Lease Renewal," "Recertification," or "Term of Lease" in your lease agreement. It's always important to carefully review your lease for specifics.