This bill amends West Virginia Code §37-6-5 to allow landlords to serve eviction notices to tenants through publication or by posting the notice conspicuously on the premises if the tenant refuses to accept service in person. The bill specifies that a tenancy can be terminated by either party with written notice, and it clarifies that such notice can be served on the tenant or anyone holding under them.

Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions that enable landlords to serve notice by publication in accordance with the West Virginia Rules of Civil Procedure or by posting the notice on the front door of the rental unit, provided that the tenant does not accept service. The amendments also include gender-neutral language by replacing "him" with "him or her" throughout the text. This change aims to streamline the eviction process and ensure that landlords have alternative methods to notify tenants of eviction proceedings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 37-6-5