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North Carolina Commercial Lease Agreement

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North Carolina at a glance: Eviction Notice: 10 days' notice to pay (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 42-3) · Self-Help Eviction: Allowed if explicitly written in the lease · Governing Law: North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 42

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Overview

Commercial Lease Agreements in North Carolina

North Carolina commercial leases are governed by Chapter 42 of the North Carolina General Statutes. Landlords must issue a 10-day notice to pay before filing an eviction (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 42-3).
Key Facts

North Carolina Commercial Lease Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementNorth Carolina Rule
Eviction Notice10 days' notice to pay (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 42-3)
Self-Help EvictionAllowed if explicitly written in the lease
Governing LawNorth Carolina General Statutes Chapter 42
Legal Requirements

North Carolina Legal Requirements

  • Notice to pay must comply with North Carolina's 10-day timeline.
Governing Laws

North Carolina Governing Laws

N.C. Gen. Stat. § 42-3
Forfeiture for Nonpayment
Defines notice requirements for commercial lease defaults.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's North Carolina legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

North Carolina Commercial Lease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

Are self-help lockouts legal in North Carolina commercial leases?

Yes, if the lease agreement explicitly grants the landlord the right to re-enter and lock out the tenant upon default.