SEVEN-DAY DEMAND FOR RENT
(New Hampshire)
[// GUIDANCE: New Hampshire landlord-tenant law is governed by RSA Chapter 540. For nonpayment of rent, RSA 540:3 requires the landlord to make a demand for rent SEVEN (7) days before commencing an eviction action. This is a demand notice, not a "pay or quit" notice in the traditional sense. Verify current statutory requirements before use.]
NOTICE INFORMATION
Date of Notice: [DATE]
Tenant Name(s): [TENANT FULL LEGAL NAME(S)]
Rental Property Address:
[STREET ADDRESS]
[CITY], New Hampshire [ZIP CODE]
[UNIT/APT NUMBER, if applicable]
DEMAND FOR RENT
TO THE ABOVE-NAMED TENANT(S) AND ALL OTHERS IN POSSESSION:
Pursuant to New Hampshire RSA 540:3, demand is hereby made for payment of the following rent:
AMOUNT DUE
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Past Due Rent for [MONTH(S)/YEAR] | $[AMOUNT] |
| Late Fee (if applicable per lease) | $[AMOUNT] |
| TOTAL AMOUNT DUE | $[TOTAL] |
SEVEN-DAY DEMAND
DEMAND IS HEREBY MADE that you pay the total rent due within SEVEN (7) DAYS from the date of service of this notice.
If payment is not received within seven (7) days, the Landlord may commence eviction proceedings in New Hampshire District Court pursuant to RSA Chapter 540.
PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Payment must be delivered to:
[LANDLORD NAME OR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY]
[ADDRESS]
[CITY], New Hampshire [ZIP CODE]
[PHONE NUMBER]
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICES
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New Hampshire Eviction Process: If an eviction action is filed, you will be served with court papers. You have the right to appear and present defenses.
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Good Faith Mediation: New Hampshire offers mediation programs for landlord-tenant disputes.
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Warranty of Habitability: Landlords must maintain rental premises in safe and sanitary condition per RSA 540-A:2.
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Retaliation Prohibited: RSA 540:13-a prohibits landlord retaliation.
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Security Deposit: Governed by RSA 540-A:6 and 540-A:7.
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Military Personnel: Servicemembers may have additional rights under the federal SCRA.
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Legal Assistance: Contact New Hampshire Legal Assistance: 1-800-639-5290
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 New Hampshire RSA 540:3. Consult a licensed New Hampshire attorney for guidance specific to your situation.