In a rooming house or hotel, an occupant is considered a tenant for eviction purposes after possessing the premises for how many consecutive days?

• A. 30 days
• B. 60 days
• C. 15 days
• D. 90 days

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is when occupancy in a lodging setting becomes tenancy for eviction purposes. In a rooming house or hotel, a person who possesses the premises for a continuous period is treated as a tenant for eviction rules. The common threshold is 30 consecutive days: after thirty days of occupancy, the occupant gains tenancy rights and the landlord must use formal eviction procedures with proper notice, rather than relying on a quick removal.

Why 30 days fits best: it marks a clear point at which the arrangement resembles a dwelling rather than a transient stay, ensuring due process for the occupant and a predictable framework for the landlord. A shorter period, like 15 days, wouldn’t reliably indicate a true tenancy, while longer periods such as 60 or 90 days go beyond the usual standard and aren’t the rule in most jurisdictions.