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 Connecticut, a notice to pay rent or quit is a formal communication from a landlord to a tenant who is behind on rent, giving the tenant a specific period to either pay the overdue rent or vacate the rental property. According to Connecticut state law, landlords must provide tenants with a 3-day notice to pay or quit before they can initiate eviction proceedings. This means that once the notice is delivered, the tenant has three days to pay the full amount of rent due or leave the premises. If the tenant fails to comply with the notice, the landlord may then file for eviction with the court. It's important for both landlords and tenants to understand that the eviction process is governed by strict legal procedures and timelines, and an attorney can provide guidance specific to the situation.