If you own a property and need the tenants or occupants to leave for any reason, you must follow a legal process known as eviction.  The eviction process involves:

  1. Specific steps landlords must follow to legally remove a tenant from a rental property.
  2. Adherence to laws of South Africa which incorporates certain Legislations, ensuring that all actions comply with regulations to protect both parties’ rights.
  3. Following proper process, such as issuing proper notices, filing court documents, and attending hearings.
  4. Failure to meet legal requirements can result in delays or dismissal of the eviction case.

While evicting a tenant is legal, it is often a lengthy and complex process regulated by specific laws.

Evictions are permitted only when there are valid reasons.

Visit our page www.esmlaw.co.za for our other articles where we will explore those reasons and outline the steps required to legally evict a tenant.