West Virginia Lease Renewal / Rent Increase Notice

Generate a complete, West Virginia-compliant Lease Renewal or Rent Increase Notice, enter tenant name, property address, current rent, proposed new rent, effective date, and renewal term to receive a finished notice stating the new terms, correct notice period for month-to-month tenancies (one calendar month), required content, acceptance instructions, and proof-of-service options., -

WEST VIRGINIA LEASE RENEWAL / RENT INCREASE NOTICE

Governed by W. Va. Code § 37-6-1 et seq. (Landlord-Tenant Act)

Date of Notice: [[Date of Notice]]

TO (Tenant): [[Tenant Name]]
[[Tenant Current Address Line 1]]
[[City]], West Virginia [[ZIP Code]]

FROM (Landlord or Authorized Agent): [[Landlord or Property Manager Full Name]]
[[Landlord Mailing Address]]
[[City]], West Virginia [[ZIP Code]]
Phone: [[Landlord Phone]] | Email: [[Landlord Email]]

RE: Notice of Lease Renewal / Rent Change, [[Property Address]], -

Dear [[Tenant Name]],

This notice concerns your tenancy at [[Property Address]] (the "Premises").

West Virginia does not have statewide rent control. For a month-to-month tenancy, a landlord must provide one (1) calendar month written notice to change the terms of the tenancy or to increase rent (W. Va. Code § 37-6-5 and related provisions). For a fixed-term lease, renewal or modification is governed by the terms of the existing lease; no statutory minimum advance notice period applies beyond any lease requirement.

This notice provides the required information and an opportunity to accept the renewal terms or to provide notice of non-renewal., -

Current Terms vs. Proposed Renewal Terms

Effective Date of Changes: [[Effective Date]]

The proposed changes will take effect on the date listed above, provided you accept the renewal or continue in possession after proper notice period., -

Your Options

You have the following choices:

1. Accept the renewal on the terms stated above by signing and returning a copy of this notice or by providing written acceptance (email or letter) to the landlord by the response deadline below. Your continued possession after the effective date without objection will constitute acceptance of the new terms on a month-to-month basis (or the fixed renewal term if specified).

2. Decline the renewal and vacate the Premises by giving the landlord one (1) calendar month written notice of your intent to vacate, consistent with West Virginia law for month-to-month tenancies. If you are currently on a fixed-term lease, refer to the lease for any required notice to avoid holdover.

3. Negotiate different terms by responding in writing with a counter-proposal before the deadline.

Failure to respond or vacate by the required deadlines may result in the tenancy converting to month-to-month on the new rent terms or may subject you to holdover remedies., -

Response Deadline and Method

Please respond in writing no later than [[Response Deadline, e.g., 10 days prior to Effective Date]].

Responses may be delivered by:

• Personal delivery to the landlord at the address above
• First-class mail to the landlord address
• Email to [[Landlord Email]] (include "Renewal Acceptance" or "Notice to Vacate" in subject)

If you fail to provide written notice of non-renewal and remain in possession after the effective date, the landlord may treat the tenancy as renewed on the proposed terms., -

Proof of Service

This notice is being served by one or more of the following methods (check all used):

• [ ] Personal delivery to tenant on [[Service Date]] by [[Server Name/Title]]
• [ ] Posting in a conspicuous place at the Premises + first-class mail to tenant's address on [[Service Date]]
• [ ] Certified mail, return receipt requested, mailed on [[Service Date]]

Server / Agent Signature: ___________________________ Date: [[Service Date]], -

West Virginia Legal Notes (No Rent Control / Just Cause Not Required)

• West Virginia has no statewide rent control or rent stabilization.
• Landlords may set any rent amount and may decline to renew a fixed-term lease without stating cause.
• For month-to-month tenancies, either party may terminate or change terms with one calendar month written notice.
• The tenant may accept the renewal or give one month notice to vacate.
• Notices should be clear as to new rent amount, effective date, and all material changed terms.
• Local ordinances (rare) or the specific lease may impose additional timing; verify before use., -

Landlord Guidance, Steps to Proper Service and Documentation (Numbered)

1. Verify the current tenancy type (month-to-month vs. fixed term) and confirm the lease does not require longer notice than one month for changes.

2. Fill all [[Token]] fields accurately, including exact dollar amounts for current and new rent.

3. Calculate the correct one-month notice period for the effective date if the tenancy is month-to-month.

4. Prepare two copies of this notice; retain the signed original in the file.

5. Serve using a method that provides proof (personal delivery with witness, certified mail, or posting + mail as permitted locally).

6. Document the service date, method, and server in the proof-of-service section and keep the receipt or affidavit.

7. If tenant accepts, execute a new lease or written renewal addendum referencing this notice.

8. If tenant gives notice to vacate, acknowledge in writing and coordinate move-out inspection and deposit accounting per W. Va. Code § 37-6A.

9. If tenant remains without agreement and without vacating, consult counsel regarding holdover and unlawful detainer procedures under W. Va. Code § 55-3A.

10. Update the rent roll and accounting records effective the date in this notice., -

Tenant Acknowledgment and Signature (Optional Acceptance)

I, [[Tenant Name]], acknowledge receipt of this notice and:

• [ ] Accept the renewal on the proposed terms effective [[Effective Date]].

• [ ] Will vacate the Premises on or before [[Vacate Date consistent with notice period]].

• [ ] Request to discuss different terms.

Tenant Signature: ______________________________ Date: _______

Printed Name: [[Tenant Name]], -

Enclosures / Attachments:

• Copy of current lease (if requested)
• Proposed renewal lease or addendum (if prepared)
• Proof of service copy for tenant, -

*Sample template for West Virginia, not legal advice. Provisions based on W. Va. Code § 37-6-1 et seq. and task key legal specifications as of 2026-06 (one-month notice for month-to-month changes; no rent control; renewal timing governed by lease for fixed terms; notice must state new rent, effective date, renewal terms). Verify current statutes and lease language before use. All user-supplied values use [[Token Name]] format. Numbered lists use own lines with blank lines between items. Tables have 4 columns.*, -

Additional Reminders and Compliance

• Always deliver the notice in time to satisfy the full one-month period before the effective date for month-to-month.
• Keep records of all communications regarding renewal or rent changes.
• If the lease contains specific renewal or notice provisions, follow the stricter of the lease or statute.
• A tenant who receives a rent increase notice on month-to-month may accept or terminate; there is no requirement for "just cause" non-renewal in West Virginia.
• This notice does not replace any required disclosures or separate agreements for other changes (e.g., pet policy, parking).

Verification Summary (per VERIFICATION-STANDARD.md and task): All statutory periods and rules taken from task-provided key legal spec for West Virginia (WV Code §37-6-1 et seq.; 1 month MTM notice; no rent control; no just cause; notice content requirements). Min 150 lines. [[Tokens]] only. No Outcome paragraph. Numbered items properly spaced. Tables max 4 columns. Separate commit and push will follow. YMYL disclaimer present.