A notice to vacate—also known as a notice of intent to vacate—is a written notice or letter from a tenant to the landlord or the landlord’s property management agent that the tenant will not be renewing the lease when it expires.

The terminology used in a state’s statutes, court opinions, and practices may vary from state to state, but a landlord can also give a tenant a notice to vacate—also known as a 30-day notice, 60-day notice, 90-day notice, 3-day notice, or notice to quit. The landlord may give the tenant notice to vacate due to the upcoming expiration of the lease term or due to a material (significant) breach of the lease agreement or the tenant’s violation of a law.

A tenant or landlord should read the lease agreement carefully before giving a notice to vacate or notice of intent to vacate to comply with the specific requirements of such a notice. In addition to the terms of the lease agreement, state and local laws may provide the circumstances and process for giving notice to vacate. These laws are usually located in a state’s statutes and in city and municipal codes and ordinances.

In North Dakota, a notice to vacate is a formal communication from a tenant to a landlord, or vice versa, indicating the intention to end the lease agreement. When a tenant decides not to renew their lease, they must provide a written notice of intent to vacate, typically according to the timeline specified in the lease agreement. Conversely, a landlord may issue a notice to vacate to a tenant for reasons such as the lease's expiration, a significant breach of the lease terms, or a violation of law by the tenant. The specific time frame for these notices can vary, including 30-day, 60-day, or 90-day notices, among others, depending on the situation and the terms of the lease. Both tenants and landlords in North Dakota should consult their lease agreements and adhere to state statutes, which outline the proper procedures and legal requirements for issuing a notice to vacate. Additionally, local ordinances may also apply and should be considered to ensure compliance with all relevant laws.