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West Virginia Ending a month-to-month tenancy

Last reviewed 2026-10-15

How much notice is needed to end a month-to-month tenancy in West Virginia?

Either party may end a periodic tenancy shorter than a year (e.g. month-to-month) with written notice of one full period before the end of a period; year-to-year needs 3 months' written notice. A lease can set a different notice period.

Verified Source: W. Va. Code § 37-6-5 · last checked 2026-10-15

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