715.105 Form of notice concerning abandoned property to former tenant. 715.106 Form of notice concerning abandoned property to owner other than former tenant.83.05 Right of possession upon default in rent; determination of right of possession in action or surrender or abandonment of premises. The issue of a resident's remaining personal property will present itself when a resident surrenders, abandons, or is evicted from the rental premises. Abandonment is considered a breach or early termination of the lease agreement on the part of the tenant. The law presumes an abandonment if the tenant is absent for at least 15 days without previously notifying the landlord of an intent to be absent. The 3 ways to legally gain possession of a rental unit are surrender, eviction or abandonment. After a reasonable period, typically 30 days, the landlord may dispose of the property through a public sale or other means. Follow Florida law regarding security deposits at move out. Must be filed within 3 years of start of occupancy.