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 Minnesota, a notice to pay rent or quit is a formal communication from a landlord to a tenant who is behind on rent, giving the tenant an opportunity to pay the overdue rent by a specified deadline or vacate the rental property. This notice is typically the first step in the eviction process. Minnesota law requires landlords to provide tenants with a 14-day notice to pay rent or quit before proceeding with an eviction lawsuit. This means the tenant has 14 days to pay the full amount of rent due or move out. If the tenant fails to pay the rent or vacate the property within the 14-day period, the landlord may then file an eviction action (also known as an unlawful detainer action) in the appropriate county court. It's important for both landlords and tenants to understand that the eviction process is governed by state statutes and local regulations, and they may want to consult with an attorney to navigate the legal requirements and protect their rights.