90 Day Notice to Vacate — Free Notice to End Tenancy Template
A 90 day notice to vacate gives three months' warning that a tenancy is ending. It is most often used by landlords where local rules require extra notice for long-term tenants, for no-fault terminations, or for tenants in certain subsidized programs. Some tenants also use it when a lease or a slow housing market calls for more time.
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October 15, 2026
[Who the notice is going to]
Re: Notice to vacate — [Rental property address]
Dear [Who the notice is going to],
Please accept this letter as written notice that the tenancy covered by this notice will end on [Date the tenancy ends and the property will be vacated], and that the move-out from [Rental property address] will be complete by that date.
Who is giving notice: [Who is giving notice?].
This letter provides 90 days' written notice, in line with the rental agreement and the notice rules that apply to this tenancy.
Please confirm in writing that you have received this notice. I am keeping a copy for my records.
Sincerely,
[Your full name (or company name)]
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When 90 days applies
Ninety days is longer than most states' standard notice for ending a month-to-month tenancy, so if you are using it, it is usually because something specific requires it: a city ordinance for long-term tenants, rules for no-fault terminations, a lease clause, or the rules of a housing program. Check each of these before you serve, since some also require specific wording or relocation help.
If you are a tenant and your lease asks for 90 days, follow it even if state law would allow less.
What to say in a long notice
Give the exact end date, the reason if your local rules require one, and how the final months will work: rent, repairs, showings and the move-out inspection. If relocation payments or other help are required where you are, say how and when they will be provided.
Keep the letter calm and factual. Three months is a long time to share a building, and a clear, respectful notice keeps that time cooperative.
Follow up before the date
A short check-in about a month before the end date confirms plans and catches problems early. If the tenant asks for more time, decide in writing. If a tenant stays past the date, the landlord's next step is court; only a court order can remove a tenant.
What to do, step by step
Check how much notice you need
Read the lease for a notice clause, then check your state and city rules. Month-to-month tenancies often require 30 days or more, and some leases require notice to end on the last day of a rental period.
Choose a clear move-out date
Count forward from the day the notice will be received, not the day you write it, and allow extra days if you mail it.
Fill in the notice
Answer the questions above. Include the full property address, the exact end date and, for tenants, a forwarding address for the deposit.
Deliver it the way the lease says
Use the delivery method and address in the lease if there is one. Certified mail, hand delivery with a signed receipt, or email where the lease allows it all create a record.
Keep a copy and proof of delivery
Save a copy of the signed notice and your receipt, tracking number or confirmation message in case there is a question later about the dates.
What if the other side doesn't respond to your notice?
A notice to vacate usually doesn't need to be accepted to be effective. If you gave the notice the lease and local rules require, delivered it properly and kept proof, the tenancy generally ends on the date you gave, whether or not the other side replies. A short follow-up email confirming the date is still a good idea.
Tenants who move out on time should document the condition of the home with dated photos, return every key and send their forwarding address in writing. If the deposit isn't returned within the period your state sets, a security deposit demand letter is the usual next step.
Landlords should know that a notice to vacate is not an eviction. If a tenant stays past the date, the landlord must go to court, and only a court order carried out by a court officer can remove a tenant. Changing locks or removing belongings without one is illegal in nearly every state.
Example 90 day notice to vacate
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Harbor Point Property Management
400 Commerce Dr, Suite 120, Springfield, IL 62701 · (555) 420-1188
October 5, 2026
Jordan Ellis
Re: Notice to vacate — 88 Maple Ave, Apt 2B, Springfield, IL 62704
Dear Jordan Ellis,
Please accept this letter as written notice that the tenancy covered by this notice will end on January 31, 2027, and that the move-out from 88 Maple Ave, Apt 2B, Springfield, IL 62704 will be complete by that date.
Who is giving notice: Landlord giving notice to the tenant.
This letter provides 90 days' written notice, in line with the rental agreement and the notice rules that apply to this tenancy.
Reason for this notice: The owner has decided to sell the building and will deliver it to the buyer vacant.
Rent remains due as usual through January 31, 2027. Our office can provide a list of nearby rentals and will schedule a move-out inspection at a time that works for you.
Please confirm in writing that you have received this notice. I am keeping a copy for my records.
Sincerely,
Harbor Point Property Management
Frequently asked questions
Is a 90 day notice required by law?
Only in some situations. A few states and many cities require longer notice for certain terminations or long-term tenants, and some housing programs require it. In many places, 30 or 60 days is the standard. Check your state and local rules.
Can a tenant leave earlier than 90 days?
A tenant can usually move out sooner, but may still owe rent according to the lease and their own notice obligations. Landlord and tenant can agree in writing to an earlier end date.
Does the landlord have to give a reason?
It depends on where the property is. Some states and cities require a valid reason to end a tenancy, and some list approved no-fault reasons such as an owner move-in or sale. Others don't require one for month-to-month tenancies.
How much notice do I need to give?
It depends on your lease and your state and local rules. Month-to-month tenancies commonly need 30 days, and some places require 60 or 90 days for longer tenancies or when a landlord is the one ending it. A fixed-term lease usually ends on its end date, though some leases ask for notice even then.
Does a notice to vacate need a reason?
A tenant ending a month-to-month tenancy usually doesn't need to give one. Landlords often don't either, but a growing number of states and cities require landlords to have a valid reason. Check your local rules before sending a no-reason notice as a landlord.
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