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ethank
Dec 28, 2009, 03:29 PM
Hello! How can I remove my boy-friend from my house? We have lived together for the past 5 years at the same address. He has paid the utilities and done some painting around the house. I have asked him to leave for the past 90 days and he is still here. This is in Fl.

ScottGem
Dec 28, 2009, 03:39 PM
You are the owner of the house? If so, you need to evict him according to the laws of Florida. Since he has no lease, he is considered a month to month tenant. Florida allows for a 15 day notice of terimination of tenancy for a month to month tenant.

Prepare a letter stating that he needs to vacate the premises. Given the time of year, I would give him until Jan 15. If he refuses to vacate by then you go to your local housing court and file for an eviction order. The court will order a hearing so he can show cause why he shouldn't be evicted. Since I don't see a reason for him to stay the judge should grant the order giving him a few days to move out. If he still doesn't leave then you hire a sheriff to physically remove him.

ethank
Dec 28, 2009, 03:44 PM
Thanks Scott.