Petition by landlord for relief from certain requirements relating to shutdown.

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1. If a shutdown continues for a period of 30 days or more, the landlord may petition the court for relief from the requirements prescribed in subsection 4 of NRS 40.251 and subsection 2 of NRS 118A.310 on the basis that the requirements impose an undue hardship on the landlord. In determining whether to grant relief from these requirements, the court may consider, without limitation:

(a) The mortgage on the property and the risk of foreclosure; and

(b) Any additional financial responsibilities of the landlord, including, without limitation:

(1) Child support or alimony;

(2) Educational costs which must be paid by the landlord;

(3) Motor vehicle payments, student loans, medical bills and payment plans; and

(4) Any costs associated with the continued operation of a business of the landlord.

2. If the court grants relief pursuant to subsection 1:

(a) The parties may modify the terms of the rental agreement; or

(b) The landlord may terminate the rental agreement and commence eviction proceedings in accordance with the provisions of chapter 40 of NRS.

(Added to NRS by 2019, 3188)


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