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The 60 Day Notice To Vacate From Landlord is a crucial legal document in South African property law, designed to formally initiate the termination of a lease agreement. This notice is required under the Rental Housing Act and must comply with the Prevention of Illegal Eviction Act (PIE). It is typically used when a landlord needs to end a lease agreement for legitimate reasons such as property sale, major renovations, or change in property use. The document must provide clear identification of all parties, precise property details, explicit termination dates, and arrangements for final inspection. It serves as the first step in the legal process of lease termination and can be used for both residential and commercial properties. The notice period of 60 days is mandatory under South African law to provide tenants with reasonable time to find alternative accommodation.
