North Carolina Death of a tenant

What happens to the lease when a tenant dies in North Carolina?

When a tenant who lived alone dies and leaves belongings in the unit, the landlord may file an affidavit under G.S. 28A-25-7 to remove the property instead of filing a summary ejectment case.

Verified Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 42-36.3 · last checked 2026-10-15