Kansas House Bill HB2823

Kansas 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/7/24
• Refer: 3/7/24
• Failed: 4/30/24

Caption

Creating an expedited process for the eviction of unauthorized persons occupying a rental dwelling unit and amending the residential landlord tenant act to require rental agreements to include a list of all persons who will occupy the rental dwelling unit.

Impact

If enacted, HB 2823 would significantly alter the eviction process in Kansas, by providing landlords a faster and more efficient way to reclaim possession of their properties. It seeks to balance the rights of landlords against the challenges they face when dealing with unauthorized occupants, thereby potentially reducing the time and resources spent on lengthy eviction procedures. The changes could benefit landlords who often face delays in current eviction processes and ensure their properties are maintained for authorized tenants.

Summary

House Bill 2823 aims to amend the residential landlord-tenant act by establishing an expedited process for eviction in cases where a rental unit is occupied by unauthorized persons. The bill outlines a procedure for landlords to notify unauthorized occupants to vacate the premises within three days of posting a notice. If the occupants refuse to comply, the landlord can file a petition in district court, which must schedule a hearing within seven days. This legal framework seeks to streamline the eviction process, ensuring a prompt response to unauthorized occupation.

Contention

Notably, there may be contention surrounding the rights of tenants, particularly concerning the due process afforded to unauthorized occupants during eviction proceedings. Critics may argue that the expedited process could undermine tenant protections, allowing landlords to displace individuals without sufficient legal recourse. This concern highlights the ongoing debate between property rights and tenant rights, with implications for the stability and security of residents facing eviction.