Connecticut 3 Day Notice To Vacate

Last Updated: January 17, 2024 by Roberto Valenzuela

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A Connecticut 3 Day Notice To Vacate is a letter that complies with state legal requirements to begin eviction against a tenant for an “incurable” breach of the lease (i.e., one which the tenant isn’t allowed to correct). The tenant must receive notice from a proper officer or indifferent person at least three (3) calendar days before the date of termination.

When To Use a Connecticut 3 Day Notice To Vacate

A Connecticut 3 Day Notice To Vacate begins the eviction process for the following tenant situations:

  • Substantial interference with the peace and enjoyment of others
  • Sale of illegal drugs on the premises
  • Threatened or inflicted serious harm on another person
  • Engagement in or promotion of prostitution
  • Causing substantial property damage
  • Refusal to accept a fair and equitable rent increase
  • Termination of employment, or failure to show up for work, while living in employer-paid housing
  • Removal of the premises from the rental market by the landlord
  • Holding over (overstaying the lease)
  • Repeat lease violation within six (6) months of the previous notice of noncompliance

Some types of Connecticut lease termination notice may allow different reasons for termination, or different notice periods. This may also apply to an eviction notice issued because of a lease or legal violation.

    How To Write a Connecticut 3 Day Notice To Vacate

    To help ensure the legal compliance of a Notice To Vacate:

    1. Use the full name of the receiving parties, and address of record, if known
    2. Specify the basis upon which the tenancy will terminate
    3. Specify the termination date of the lease or tenancy
    4. Fill in the full address of the rental premises
    5. Provide updated/current address and phone number information
    6. Print name and sign the notice
    7. Complete the certificate of service by indicating the date and method of notice delivery, along with printed name and signature

    It is easy to lose an otherwise justified legal action because of improper notice. Check carefully to ensure enough time after notice is delivered, not when it’s sent.

    How To Serve a Connecticut 3 Day Notice To Vacate

    Connecticut law requires service of a termination notice by a sheriff, marshal, or other proper officer or indifferent person. It must be hand-delivered to the receiving party or a person at the same address of suitable age and discretion.

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    In almost all cases, notice is legally served when it is received by the other party, NOT when it’s sent. Check specified date of termination carefully to ensure compliance with the legal requirements for a notice period.

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