Comprehensive Information About Tenant’s Reasons for Eviction and Eviction Cases
Lease agreements are legal texts that determine important rights and obligations for both the tenant and the lessor. In case of violation of these agreements or certain conditions, the lessor may request the eviction of the tenant. In this article, we will discuss the reasons why a tenant can be evicted and details about eviction cases.
Reasons for Evicting the Tenant:
The Turkish Code of Obligations (TBK) No. 6098 and relevant legislation determine the reasons for evicting the tenant. These reasons can generally be divided into two categories:
1. Reasons for Evacuation of the Lessor:
• Lessor’s Need for Housing or Workplace: If the lessor can prove that he has a real and urgent need for housing or workplace for himself or his family members, he can request the eviction of the tenant. This need can be asserted at any time, regardless of the duration of the lease agreement.
• Reconstruction and Reconstruction: If the lessor plans to reconstruct or reconstruct the property due to reasons such as being technically unsuitable or a change in the zoning plan, the lessor may request the eviction of the tenant.
• Written Eviction Commitment: If the tenant has made a written commitment and declared that he will vacate the immovable property on a certain date, he is obliged to evacuate the immovable property on this date.
• Two Justified Warnings: If the tenant acts against the law or the contract, such as not paying the rent, abusing the real estate, or disturbing the neighbors, the lessor will give two written warnings. If the tenant continues to violate this warning, an eviction lawsuit may be filed.
• End of Lease Agreement: Fixed-term rental agreements expire at the end of the period specified in the agreement and the tenant must vacate the property.
2. Reasons for Eviction Due to the Tenant:
• Non-payment of Rent: If the tenant does not pay the rent for two months or is late in paying, the lessor may file an eviction lawsuit.
• Misuse of Real Estate: If the tenant acts contrary to the intended use of the real estate, such as deliberately destroying the real estate, disturbing neighbors or engaging in illegal activities, he may be evicted.
