Upon being notified of a lease violation, how long does a tenant have to correct it?

The correct timeframe for a tenant to correct a lease violation upon notification is 21 days. This period is in accordance with Virginia's landlord-tenant laws, which generally allow tenants a reasonable amount of time to address lease violations before further action may be taken by the landlord, such as termination of the lease or eviction proceedings. This aims to provide tenants with an adequate opportunity to remedy situations like nonpayment of rent or failure to comply with other lease terms.

The other options, such as one week, two weeks, or 30 days, do not align with the stipulated 21-day notice period in Virginia law. A week or two may not provide sufficient time for tenants to make necessary corrections, which could be unfair in situations where the violation isn’t immediately correctable. Conversely, a 30-day period is longer than typically required for most lease violations, promoting timely resolution. Understanding this timeframe is crucial for both tenants and landlords to ensure proper adherence to legal responsibilities under Virginia law.