Hi BP, Chester County sheriff served eviction notice - 2 weeks until eviction day. Quick questions for eviction day: • Do I need to be present? • Do I need to hire movers? • What do I do with their belongings left behind? • How long must I store their stuff before disposal? First time going through this in PA. Any advice appreciated! Thanks

@Sai T., First, and most importantly, it's best to re-read the PA L/T laws. OK, so now for the answers to your questions: You do not have to be present at eviction, however, I believe it's a good practice to be there. Be prepared to have the locks changed. Make sure to close and lock all windows, and any other access that can be gained without a key. Inspect and take detailed photos of every room in the unit, and the exterior as well. Include basement and attic as existing. Turn off the water (if not needed for heating) at the street, and transfer all utilities into the owner's name. You may remove and properly store any tenant items left behind, and that is at tenant's expense (collect that amount before you release the items). You may leave the items in the property, or move them into one area of the unit. Hold the items for 30 days as per law. After that, do as you want with those items. However--READ THE L/T LAW AGAIN.

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