Can you evict a tenant for verbal or written abuse?

[Matthew B.]

Exactly what the post says guys. Tenant has sent multiple emails cursing the landlord and vowing to get even. Horribly fowl language, name calling, and slurs. Tenant states that he will not allow contractors on the property and that things will get ugly if they do. Can a landlord evict on this basis or must they tolerate the abuse?

[Matt Devincenzo]

@Matthew B. don't forget that while you are required to give 24 hr notice, you do not require his permission to access the property. I would give the notice and show up with the contractor so that I could (if necessary) defuse the situation, or call police if necessary to protect my property. And protect my property includes preventing further damage by not being able to perform repairs.