Requiring cause for evictions from residential property, modifying the petition and notice requirements for eviction cases and removing the requirement to post bond before the court may grant a continuance.

HB 2691 requires landlords to demonstrate a specific, valid reason (such as unpaid rent, lease violations, or property damage) before filing an eviction lawsuit for residential properties. It mandates that eviction petitions include the rental agreement, tenant notice, and all evidence upfront, or risk dismissal. The bill also removes the requirement for tenants to post a financial bond to request a court date postponement. These changes aim to ensure evictions follow clear legal standards and improve procedural fairness for renters.