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Home » US Law » 2022 Code of Virginia » Title 55.1 - Property and Conveyances » Subtitle V. Miscellaneous » Chapter 29 - Virginia Self-Service Storage Act

§ 55.1-2900. Definitions

As used in this chapter, unless the context requires a different meaning: “Default” means the failure to perform on time any obligation or duty set forth in the rental agreement or this chapter. “Last known address” means that address or electronic mail address provided by the occupant in the rental agreement or the address or […]

§ 55.1-2901. Lien on personal property stored within a leased space

A. The owner shall have a lien on all personal property stored within each leased space for rent, labor, or other charges, and for expenses reasonably incurred in its sale pursuant to this chapter. Such lien shall attach as of the date the personal property is stored within each leased space and, to the extent […]

§ 55.1-2902. Enforcement of lien

A. 1. If any occupant is in default under a rental agreement, the owner shall notify the occupant of such default by regular mail at his last known address, or, if expressly provided for in the rental agreement, such notice may be given by electronic means. If such default is not cured within 10 days […]

§ 55.1-2904. Care, custody, and control of property

Unless the rental agreement specifically provides otherwise, the exclusive care, custody, and control of all personal property stored in the leased space shall remain vested in the occupant. 1981, c. 627, § 55-420; 2019, c. 712.

§ 55.1-2905. Savings clause

All rental agreements, entered into prior to July 1, 1981, that have not been extended or renewed after that date, shall remain valid and may be enforced or terminated in accordance with their terms or as permitted by any other statute or law of the Commonwealth. 1981, c. 627, § 55-421; 2019, c. 712.