Buying duplex with section 8 tenant. How can I replace tenant?

[John Parshall]

I have googled this and not gotten any dependable answers. What do I need to do to cancel this section 8 relationship? What do I need to be careful of? Can I terminate this agreement when lease is set to expire with proper notification? Any input would be appreciated

[Brian Levredge]

There is no specific reason required for non renewal.  In other words you're not obligating yourself to a Section 8 tenant in perpetuity outside of a specific set of reasons.  That said, it's best to give 60 days notice to CHA (Section 8) tenants.  The process for them to find a new unit is not an easy one.  There is paperwork involved and inspections to do once they've found a place which in and of itself is not the easiest.  You should expect that the tenants will remain in place for several months beyond your notice date and Sec 8 will continue to pay.  You of course could proceed forward with an eviction for unlawful detainer at that point but that's a decision you have to make for yourself.