A notice to vacate (often called a 30-day notice) ends a month-to-month rental. Landlords use it to end a tenancy; tenants use it to tell the landlord they’re moving out.
Free Notice to Vacate (30-Day Notice) template
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Notice to Vacate
Date: ____
To: ____
Property: ____
This is written notice that the month-to-month tenancy for the property above will end on ____, which is at least ____ days after the date of this notice.
Please arrange for the property to be vacated and keys returned by that date. The property should be left clean and in good condition, except for normal wear and tear. The security deposit will be handled as required by the law of ____, including any itemized deductions.
Please provide a forwarding address for the return of the security deposit.
____: __ ____
Proof of delivery
Delivered on __ by ☐ hand delivery ☐ certified mail ☐ other: __
This free template is general information, not legal advice, and may not suit your state or situation. Some documents must be signed before witnesses or a notary. For anything important, have a lawyer review it.
Notice periods vary
Most states require 30 days for a month-to-month tenancy, but some require 60 or 90 days for longer tenancies, and some cities have just-cause eviction rules that limit when a landlord can end a tenancy. A fixed-term lease generally can’t be ended early with this notice.
Notice to vacate vs eviction
A notice to vacate is the first step. If the tenant doesn’t leave, the landlord must go to court: a landlord can’t change the locks or remove belongings on their own. If the problem is unpaid rent, use a late rent notice instead.
Delivery
Deliver it the way your state allows (often in person or by certified mail) and keep proof of the delivery date.
Frequently asked questions
How much notice does a landlord have to give a tenant?
Commonly 30 days for month-to-month, but it varies by state, city and how long the tenant has lived there.
Can a tenant give a 30-day notice?
Yes: tenants on month-to-month agreements can usually end the tenancy with written notice too.
Questions from readers
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