A notice to vacate—also known as a notice of intent to vacate—is a written notice or letter from a tenant to the landlord or the landlord’s property management agent that the tenant will not be renewing the lease when it expires.

The terminology used in a state’s statutes, court opinions, and practices may vary from state to state, but a landlord can also give a tenant a notice to vacate—also known as a 30-day notice, 60-day notice, 90-day notice, 3-day notice, or notice to quit. The landlord may give the tenant notice to vacate due to the upcoming expiration of the lease term or due to a material (significant) breach of the lease agreement or the tenant’s violation of a law.

A tenant or landlord should read the lease agreement carefully before giving a notice to vacate or notice of intent to vacate to comply with the specific requirements of such a notice. In addition to the terms of the lease agreement, state and local laws may provide the circumstances and process for giving notice to vacate. These laws are usually located in a state’s statutes and in city and municipal codes and ordinances.

In Alaska, a notice to vacate is a formal communication from a tenant to a landlord, or vice versa, indicating the intention to end the rental agreement. When a tenant decides not to renew their lease, they must provide a written notice of intent to vacate. The required notice period can vary depending on the terms of the lease and state law. In Alaska, if the tenancy is month-to-month, the tenant must give at least 30 days' notice before the rental due date. For landlords, the notice period to end a tenancy can differ based on the reason for eviction. For example, for nonpayment of rent, the notice period is typically seven days, while for a material breach of the lease, it may be 10 days. If the lease is expiring, landlords generally provide a 30-day notice. Both parties should review their lease agreement and consult Alaska's landlord-tenant statutes for specific requirements and procedures. It's important to note that these regulations are subject to change, and local ordinances may also apply.