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 Kansas, a notice to pay rent or quit is a formal communication from a landlord to a tenant who is behind on rent. Under Kansas statutes, specifically K.S.A. 58-2507, when a tenant fails to pay rent when it is due, the landlord must provide a written notice giving the tenant at least three days to pay the rent or vacate the premises. This notice must be served to the tenant in person or left at the tenant's residence if the tenant is absent. If the tenant fails to comply with the notice by either paying the overdue rent or vacating the property within the three-day period, the landlord may then proceed with filing an eviction lawsuit, known as a forcible detainer action, in court. It is important for landlords to follow this legal process precisely, as failure to do so may result in delays or dismissal of the eviction case. Tenants who receive such a notice should be aware of their rights and may wish to consult with an attorney to understand their options and any defenses they may have.