A notice to pay rent or quit—also known as an eviction notice or notice to vacate due to late rent—is a written letter demanding a tenant who is late paying rent (1) pay the rent by a certain date or (2) quit (leave or vacate) the premises.
In Iowa, a notice to pay rent or quit is a legal document that a landlord can serve to a tenant who is late on their rent. According to Iowa Code Section 562A.27(2), the landlord must give a tenant a three-day notice to pay the rent or vacate the premises. This notice must be in writing and should specify the amount of rent owed and the date by which the tenant must pay the rent or leave the property. If the tenant fails to pay the rent within the three-day period and does not vacate the property, the landlord may initiate formal eviction proceedings through the court system. It's important to note that the specific procedures and requirements for eviction notices can vary by local jurisdiction within Iowa, so landlords should ensure they are in compliance with both state statutes and any local ordinances.