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Notice to Vacate for California Landlords

Customizable termination notice with variable notice period Compliant with CA landlord-tenant law.

California Requirement: 30-Day Notice

California requires 30 days for tenants under 1 year, 60 days for 1+ year tenants.

California Requirements for Notice to Vacate

Notice Periods

  • Nonpayment: 3 days
  • Month-to-Month: 30 days
  • Long-term Tenants: 60 days
  • Rent Increase: 30 days

Security Deposit

  • Maximum: 2 months unfurnished, 3 months furnished
  • Return Deadline: 21 days

Rent Control

Rent control applies in some areas

Cities with rent control: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Berkeley, Santa Monica, West Hollywood

Key CA Facts

  • 3-day notice for nonpayment
  • 60-day notice for tenants over 1 year
  • Statewide rent cap (AB 1482): 5% + CPI or 10% max
  • Just cause eviction required for covered properties

Problems This Notice to Vacate Solves

Ending any type of tenancy

Flexible notice period needs

Multiple violation types

General lease termination

Common Questions About Notice to Vacate in California

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Related California Landlord Forms

3-Day Notice to Pay or Quit

Demand payment or vacate within 3 days for nonpayment

30-Day Notice to Vacate

30-day termination notice for month-to-month tenancies

60-Day Notice to Vacate

60-day notice required for long-term tenants in some states

Notice to Vacate in Other States

Arizona
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Massachusetts
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