Notice to Pay Rent or Quit
NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR QUIT
(Nebraska)
NOTICE INFORMATION
Date of Notice: [DATE]
Tenant Name(s): [TENANT FULL LEGAL NAME(S)]
Rental Property Address:
[STREET ADDRESS]
[CITY], Nebraska [ZIP CODE]
[UNIT/APT NUMBER, if applicable]
NOTICE TO TENANT
TO THE ABOVE-NAMED TENANT(S) AND ALL OTHERS IN POSSESSION:
You are hereby notified that you are in default of your rental agreement due to nonpayment of rent.
AMOUNT DUE
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Past Due Rent for [MONTH(S)/YEAR] | $[AMOUNT] |
| Late Fee (if applicable per lease) | $[AMOUNT] |
| TOTAL AMOUNT DUE | $[TOTAL] |
DEMAND FOR PAYMENT OR POSSESSION
Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statutes § 76-1431(2), you are required within:
☐ THREE (3) DAYS (week-to-week tenancy)
☐ SEVEN (7) DAYS (month-to-month or longer tenancy)
from the date of service of this notice to either:
- PAY IN FULL the total rent due; OR
- VACATE AND SURRENDER possession of the premises.
CONSEQUENCES OF NON-COMPLIANCE
If you fail to pay or vacate within the notice period, the Landlord will file an eviction action in Nebraska County Court pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 76-1441 et seq.
PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Payment must be delivered to:
[LANDLORD NAME OR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY]
[ADDRESS]
[CITY], Nebraska [ZIP CODE]
[PHONE NUMBER]
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICES
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Right to Cure: Under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1431(2), payment within the notice period voids this notice.
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Nebraska Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act: Your tenancy is governed by Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 76-1401 et seq.
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Warranty of Habitability: Under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1419, landlords must maintain premises in compliance with building and housing codes.
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Retaliation Prohibited: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1439 prohibits landlord retaliation.
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Security Deposit: Governed by Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416.
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Military Personnel: Servicemembers may have additional rights under the federal SCRA.
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Legal Assistance: Contact Legal Aid of Nebraska: 1-877-250-2016
CERTIFICATION OF SERVICE
Served on [DATE OF SERVICE] by:
☐ Personal delivery to Tenant
☐ Leaving at dwelling unit
☐ Certified mail, return receipt requested
LANDLORD/AGENT SIGNATURE
Landlord/Authorized Agent Name: [PRINT NAME]
Signature: ____________________________________
Date: [DATE]
Telephone: [PHONE NUMBER]
This notice is intended to comply with Nebraska Revised Statutes § 76-1431(2). Consult a licensed Nebraska attorney for guidance specific to your situation.
About This Template
Real estate documents transfer ownership, define who can use a property, and record agreements between buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants. Deeds, purchase agreements, leases, and easements have to be drafted to meet state recording requirements, and mistakes show up at closing or years later in title disputes. Good real estate paperwork moves transactions forward quickly and avoids the kind of problems that only surface when it is time to sell or refinance.
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Last updated: May 2026