Vacate Notice to Landlord

You have to abide by certain rules and regulations before buying or selling rental properties. The basic thing that every landlord does to ensure retention of his tenants is, signing up an agreement for a specific period of time. If the person desires to vacate the house before the expiry of the agreement, then he/she has to give a notice a priori. This written proposal is known as vacate notice to landlord, that needs to be dispatched at least a month before.

What is a Notice to Vacate

It's your responsibility to inform your landlord before vacating a house. You cannot simply leave a house without informing if your agreement hasn't expired. A written letter has to be addressed stating the circumstances under which you are vacating the house. The notice period is usually given 30 days before and then you can empty the house on the specified date. The letter will contain the details of your deposit, as a reminder and the maximum period within which your landlord has to return. You have to also ensure in the vacate notice to landlord that the house is in good condition and no damage has been caused. In case of any discrepancies, the amount gets deducted from the security deposit. However, in case of extreme urgency, if bond is broken and you fail to give a proper notice, then probably the rent of one extra month is charged by the landlord. This is usually adjusted from the security deposit.

Similarly, a vacate notice letter from landlord can also be issued asking you to empty the apartment. Such letters are known as renter's notice of intent to vacate. The notice to vacate letter from your landlord is sent you if the apartment needs renovation, or is being sold as a commercial property and for many other valid reasons. However, every issue related to apartment rentals follow legal guidelines.

A sample of notice letter produce by tenants to landlord is presented below.

Intent to Vacate Notice

Date: ________________________ Landlord's Name: ______________ Rental Unit Address: ___________ _____________________________ _____________________________ This letter will serve as tenant's notice of intent to vacate the property on [date]. It's a 30 days notice period, to follow up the process. I have to vacate this house on grounds of emergency [give a justified reason] and expect you consider my situation. I would also like to recall that I had made a security deposit of [amount] on [date], which I'm liable to get back. I would pay the rent of the current month and I trust you to refund my deposit. I request you to return the security deposit within thirty days if it's not at your immediate disposition. The address on which you can send the cash/check is provided in the letter. I assure you that the apartment is in good condition and shall be cleaned before vacating. I shall shift my belongings and hand over the keys on the same date. If you have any queries or instruction, kindly give a call on [phone number]. Thanking you, Your Signature: ________________ Your Name: ___________________ Your Address: _________________ ______________________________ ______________________________

Structure the letter well and be precise with your reasons and statements to receive a positive reply.