NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF TENANCY
(Landlord to Tenant)
NOTICE TYPE
Tenancy Type Being Terminated:
☐ Month-to-Month Tenancy
☐ Fixed-Term Lease (Non-Renewal at End of Term)
☐ Week-to-Week Tenancy
Notice Period:
☐ 30-Day Notice
☐ 60-Day Notice
☐ 90-Day Notice
☐ Other: [NUMBER]-Day Notice
DELIVERY METHOD
☐ Personal Delivery (in hand)
☐ Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested
☐ First Class Mail
☐ Posting on Premises AND Mailing
☐ Other method permitted by law: [METHOD]
Date of Notice: [DATE]
I. PROPERTY INFORMATION
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Property Address | [STREET ADDRESS] |
| Unit/Apt Number | [UNIT #] |
| City, State, ZIP | [CITY, STATE ZIP] |
| County | [COUNTY] |
II. PARTIES
TO: (Tenant(s))
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Tenant Name(s) | [TENANT FULL LEGAL NAME(S)] |
FROM: (Landlord/Agent)
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Landlord Name | [LANDLORD LEGAL NAME] |
| Address | [ADDRESS] |
| City, State, ZIP | [CITY, STATE ZIP] |
| Phone | [PHONE] |
| [EMAIL] |
III. NOTICE OF TERMINATION
Dear [TENANT NAME(S)]:
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that your tenancy of the above-described premises will be TERMINATED as specified below.
TERMINATION DETAILS
| Date of This Notice | [DATE] |
| Notice Period | [NUMBER] days |
| Tenancy Termination Date | [DATE] |
| You Must Vacate By | [DATE] at 11:59 PM |
IV. TYPE OF TERMINATION
Select One:
☐ A. MONTH-TO-MONTH TERMINATION (No Cause Required)
This notice terminates your month-to-month tenancy. No specific reason is required under applicable law for this jurisdiction.
☐ B. NON-RENEWAL OF FIXED-TERM LEASE
Your fixed-term lease expires on [LEASE EXPIRATION DATE]. This notice confirms that the lease will NOT be renewed.
| Original Lease Date | [DATE] |
| Lease Expiration Date | [DATE] |
| Required Non-Renewal Notice | [NUMBER] days |
☐ C. TERMINATION WITH JUST CAUSE
Your tenancy is being terminated for the following just cause reason:
☐ Owner Move-In
The owner (or owner's spouse, domestic partner, children, grandchildren, parents, or grandparents) intends to occupy the unit as their primary residence.
| Person Moving In | [NAME] |
| Relationship to Owner | [RELATIONSHIP] |
| Expected Move-In Date | [DATE] |
☐ Substantial Renovation
The unit will undergo substantial renovations that cannot be completed with the tenant in place.
| Nature of Renovation | [DESCRIBE] |
| Required Permits | [PERMIT #s] |
| Estimated Duration | [TIMEFRAME] |
☐ Withdrawal from Rental Market
The unit is being permanently removed from the rental market (Ellis Act or similar).
| Applicable Law | [CITE STATUTE/ORDINANCE] |
| Effective Date | [DATE] |
☐ Demolition
The property will be demolished.
| Demolition Permit # | [NUMBER] |
| Expected Demolition Date | [DATE] |
☐ Sale of Property (If Permitted)
The property is being sold to a buyer who intends to occupy the unit.
☐ Other Just Cause:
[DESCRIBE JUST CAUSE REASON]
V. RELOCATION ASSISTANCE (If Required)
☐ Not Required - No relocation assistance required under applicable law
☐ Relocation Assistance Required
| Total Relocation Payment | $[AMOUNT] |
| Basis for Amount | [CITE ORDINANCE/CALCULATION] |
| Payment Due Date | [DATE] |
| Payment Method | [CHECK / DIRECT DEPOSIT] |
Payment Schedule:
☐ One lump sum payment
☐ First payment: $[AMOUNT] on [DATE]
☐ Second payment: $[AMOUNT] on [DATE]
VI. MOVE-OUT REQUIREMENTS
A. Vacate Date
You must vacate the premises and return possession to Landlord no later than [DATE] at [TIME].
B. Key Return
Return all keys, access cards, remotes, and other access devices to:
| Location | [ADDRESS or "On-site office"] |
| Contact | [NAME] |
| Phone | [PHONE] |
C. Move-Out Condition
Please leave the premises in the following condition:
- Broom-clean
- All personal belongings removed
- All trash properly disposed
- No damage beyond normal wear and tear
- All fixtures and appliances left in place
D. Move-Out Inspection
☐ Optional Pre-Move-Out Inspection Available
You have the right to request a pre-move-out inspection to identify potential security deposit deductions. To request an inspection, contact:
| Contact | [NAME] |
| Phone | [PHONE] |
| [EMAIL] | |
| Request Deadline | [DATE - typically 2 weeks before move-out] |
VII. SECURITY DEPOSIT
Your security deposit of $[AMOUNT] will be handled as follows:
-
Within [NUMBER] days after you vacate and return keys, Landlord will:
- Inspect the premises
- Prepare an itemized statement of any deductions
- Return the deposit balance to your forwarding address -
Provide your forwarding address to:
| | |
|---|---|
| Email | [EMAIL] |
| Mail | [ADDRESS] |
VIII. UTILITIES
Utility Accounts in Tenant's Name:
You are responsible for:
- Maintaining utilities through your vacate date
- Providing final meter readings to utility companies
- Canceling or transferring accounts after move-out
Do not disconnect utilities before your move-out date without notifying Landlord.
IX. FORWARDING ADDRESS
Please provide your forwarding address for:
- Security deposit return
- Tax documents (if applicable)
- Important correspondence
Forwarding Address Form:
| New Address | ________________________________ |
| City, State, ZIP | ________________________________ |
| Phone | ________________________________ |
| ________________________________ |
X. TENANT RIGHTS
Right to Remain Until Termination Date
You have the right to remain in the premises until the termination date specified in this notice, provided you continue to pay rent and comply with lease terms.
Legal Assistance
If you have questions about this notice or your rights, you may wish to consult with an attorney. Resources include:
- Legal Aid: [LOCAL LEGAL AID AND PHONE]
- Tenant Rights Organization: [NAME AND PHONE]
- Bar Association Referral: [PHONE]
If You Believe This Notice is Improper
If you believe this termination notice is:
- Retaliatory
- Discriminatory
- Improper under local just cause requirements
- Otherwise unlawful
Contact:
- [Local Rent Board/Housing Authority]: [PHONE]
- Fair Housing Organization: [PHONE]
- Legal Aid: [PHONE]
XI. FAIR HOUSING STATEMENT
This notice is issued in compliance with the Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. § 3601 et seq.) and applicable state and local fair housing laws. Landlord does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, disability, or other protected characteristics.
XII. LANDLORD CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions about this notice or move-out procedures:
| Contact Name | [NAME] |
| Phone | [PHONE] |
| [EMAIL] | |
| Office Hours | [HOURS] |
| Address | [ADDRESS] |
XIII. LANDLORD/AGENT SIGNATURE
| Signature | ________________________________ |
| Printed Name | [NAME] |
| Title | [OWNER / PROPERTY MANAGER / AGENT] |
| Date | [MM/DD/YYYY] |
XIV. PROOF OF SERVICE
I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury that on [DATE], I served the foregoing Notice of Termination of Tenancy on the tenant(s) named above by the following method:
☐ Personal Service
| | |
|---|---|
| Delivered to | [NAME] |
| At | [ADDRESS] |
| Date/Time | [DATE/TIME] |
☐ Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested
| | |
|---|---|
| Tracking # | [NUMBER] |
| Mailed to | [ADDRESS] |
| Date Mailed | [DATE] |
☐ First Class Mail
| | |
|---|---|
| Mailed to | [ADDRESS] |
| Date Mailed | [DATE] |
☐ Posting and Mailing
| | |
|---|---|
| Posted at | [LOCATION] |
| Date/Time Posted | [DATE/TIME] |
| Mailed to | [ADDRESS] |
| Date Mailed | [DATE] |
Server Information
| Server Signature | ________________________________ |
| Server Printed Name | [NAME] |
| Date | [MM/DD/YYYY] |
STATE NOTICE PERIOD REFERENCE
| State | M-to-M (< 1 yr) | M-to-M (1+ yr) | Just Cause Required? |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 30 days | 60 days | Yes (AB 1482, most units) |
| New York | 30 days | 60-90 days | Yes (certain areas) |
| Texas | 30 days | 30 days | No (generally) |
| Florida | 15 days | 15 days | No (generally) |
| Oregon | 90 days | 90 days | Yes (statewide) |
| Washington | 60 days | 60 days | Yes (certain cities) |
| Illinois | 30 days | 30 days | Yes (certain cities) |
| Massachusetts | 30 days/period | 30 days/period | Yes (certain cities) |
| New Jersey | 30 days | 30 days | Yes (most units) |
| Colorado | 21 days | 21 days | No (generally) |
IMPORTANT: Laws change frequently and vary by locality. Always verify current requirements.
This Notice of Termination template is for landlord-initiated terminations of periodic tenancies or non-renewal of fixed-term leases. Many jurisdictions now require "just cause" for termination and/or relocation assistance. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before use.
About This Template
Jurisdiction-Specific
This template is drafted for general use across all U.S. jurisdictions. State-specific versions with local statutory references are also available.
How It's Made
Drafted using current statutory databases and legal standards for real estate. Each template includes proper legal citations, defined terms, and standard protective clauses.
Important Notice
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Last updated: February 2026