Just cause eviction rules in Broward County, FL — sometimes called tenant protection or "for cause" eviction ordinances — list the specific legal reasons a landlord can end a tenancy.
Broward County follows Florida landlord-tenant law under Chapter 83, which does not require just cause for non-renewal of leases but requires specific notice periods and court process for evictions during lease terms.
Broward County does not have a just-cause eviction ordinance - Florida Statute 83 governs residential tenancies statewide without requiring landlords to provide a reason for non-renewal at lease end. For month-to-month tenancies, FL 83.57 requires 15 days written notice of termination. During an active lease, eviction requires statutory grounds including nonpayment of rent (3-day notice to pay or vacate), material lease violations (7-day notice with or without right to cure), or holdover after lease expiration. Formal eviction requires filing in Broward County Court. Self-help evictions including lockouts and utility shutoffs are illegal under FL 83.67 and expose landlords to damages of three months rent or actual damages plus attorney fees.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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