Delaware Death of a tenant
What happens to the lease when a tenant dies in Delaware?
The surviving spouse or personal representative may end the lease on 30 days' written notice after the tenant's death (§ 5314(b)(7)). When a sole tenant dies, the personal representative gets access to remove belongings, and possession returns to the landlord without an eviction when access is no longer needed or 30 days pass (§ 5719).
Verified Source: 25 Del. C. §§ 5314(b)(7), 5719 · last checked 2026-10-23
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