Eviction Notice Template

NOTICE TO QUIT / EVICTION NOTICE

SENT VIA CERTIFIED MAIL - RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
[AND/OR POSTED ON PREMISES]

[Landlord/Property Owner Name]
[Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Phone Number]
[Email]

[Date]

TO: [Tenant Name(s)]
    [All Other Occupants]
    [Property Address]
    [Unit Number]
    [City, State, ZIP Code]

PROPERTY ADDRESS: [FULL ADDRESS OF RENTAL PROPERTY]

NOTICE TYPE (Select One):

☐ [NUMBER]-DAY NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR QUIT
☐ [NUMBER]-DAY NOTICE TO CURE OR QUIT (Lease Violation)
☐ [NUMBER]-DAY UNCONDITIONAL NOTICE TO QUIT
☐ [NUMBER]-DAY NOTICE TO QUIT (Month-to-Month Termination)

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NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR QUIT

You are hereby notified that the rent for the above premises is past due in the amount of:

Past Due Rent:
[Month/Year]: $[AMOUNT]
[Month/Year]: $[AMOUNT]
Late Fees (if applicable): $[AMOUNT]
Other Charges: $[AMOUNT]
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE: $[TOTAL]

DEMAND: Within [NUMBER - typically 3, 5, or 14 depending on state] days after service of this notice, you must either:

1. PAY the total amount due of $[TOTAL] in full, OR
2. VACATE and surrender the premises

Payment must be made by: [Accepted payment methods]
Payment location: [Address/method for payment]

If you fail to pay the full amount or vacate within [NUMBER] days, legal proceedings will be initiated to recover possession of the premises, past due rent, damages, and attorney's fees.

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NOTICE TO CURE OR QUIT (Lease Violation)

You are hereby notified that you are in violation of your lease agreement dated [DATE] as follows:

VIOLATION(S):
☐ Unauthorized pet(s) on premises
☐ Unauthorized occupant(s)
☐ Excessive noise/disturbance
☐ Damage to property
☐ Illegal activity on premises
☐ Failure to maintain premises
☐ Violation of [specific lease clause]
☐ Other: [Describe violation]

SPECIFIC DETAILS:
[Describe the violation in detail, including dates, incidents, and any prior warnings given]

DEMAND: Within [NUMBER] days after service of this notice, you must:

1. CURE the violation by [specific action required], OR
2. VACATE and surrender the premises

If you fail to cure the violation or vacate within [NUMBER] days, legal proceedings will be initiated.

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UNCONDITIONAL NOTICE TO QUIT

You are hereby notified that your tenancy is terminated and you must vacate the premises within [NUMBER] days due to:

☐ Repeated lease violations (previously noticed on [DATES])
☐ Serious lease violation that cannot be cured
☐ Illegal activity on premises
☐ Substantial damage to property
☐ Other: [Specify]

DETAILS:
[Describe the reason for unconditional termination]

There is no opportunity to cure this violation. You must vacate the premises within [NUMBER] days or legal proceedings will be initiated.

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NOTICE TO TERMINATE MONTH-TO-MONTH TENANCY

This serves as [NUMBER]-day notice that your month-to-month tenancy is hereby terminated.

You must vacate the premises on or before [DATE].

This termination is:
☐ Without cause (permitted under state law)
☐ For the following reason: [Specify]

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GENERAL PROVISIONS:

SERVICE OF NOTICE:
This notice is served on [DATE] by:
☐ Personal delivery to tenant
☐ Delivery to person of suitable age at premises
☐ Posting on premises and mailing a copy
☐ Certified mail, return receipt requested
☐ [Other method permitted by state law]

LEGAL CONSEQUENCES:
If you fail to comply with this notice:
• An unlawful detainer (eviction) lawsuit may be filed
• You may be liable for all past due rent and future rent until possession is returned
• You may be liable for court costs and attorney's fees
• An eviction judgment may affect your credit and rental history
• Law enforcement may be used to remove you from the premises

YOUR RIGHTS:
• You have the right to contest this notice in court
• You may wish to seek legal advice
• [State-specific tenant rights information]
• Contact information for local tenant rights organizations: [Info if required by state]

PROOF OF SERVICE:

I, [NAME], declare that on [DATE], I served this notice on the above-named tenant(s) by:
☐ Personally delivering a copy to the tenant
☐ Leaving a copy with [NAME], a person of suitable age, at the premises
☐ Posting a copy on the premises and mailing a copy via first-class mail
☐ Certified mail, return receipt requested

Signature: ________________________
Date: ________________________

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LANDLORD/OWNER/AGENT:

[Signature]
[Printed Name]
[Title]
[Date]

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LANDLORD'S RECORD:
Date Notice Served: ________________
Method of Service: ________________
Certified Mail Number: ________________
Compliance Deadline: ________________
Court Filing Date (if needed): ________________

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STATE-SPECIFIC NOTES:

• Notice periods vary significantly by state (3 to 30+ days)
• Some states require specific language or formats
• Some jurisdictions require just cause for eviction
• COVID/emergency tenant protections may apply
• Consult local laws before serving this notice