Notice from Landlord to Tenant – Termination for Failure to Pay Rent in Florida

The document is a “Notice from Landlord to Tenant – Termination for Failure to Pay Rent,” intended for use in Florida. This legal form is utilized by landlords to notify tenants of their delinquency in paying rent. It specifies the exact amount owed by the tenant and the address of the rental premises. The notice demands payment of the overdue rent or vacating of the premises within three days, excluding weekends and legal holidays, from the notice’s delivery date.

Landlords or property managers must complete sections with their name, address where rent should be sent, phone number, and signature. The form also includes space for recording the delivery method, either by hand or posted on the premises. It adheres to the rules regulating The Florida Bar, ensuring its legal validity for the specified use. The form is structured to be straightforward, allowing for easy completion and clear communication between the landlord and tenant regarding the rent payment issues.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to fill out this form:

Step 1: Fill in Tenant Details

• Tenant’s Name: Write the full legal name of the tenant.
• Address: Enter the tenant’s current address, including the apartment or unit number if applicable.
• City, State, Zip: Provide the city, state, and ZIP code of the tenant’s address.

Step 2: Fill in Landlord or Property Manager’s Details

• From: Indicate whether you are the landlord or the property manager by circling the appropriate title.
• Name of Landlord/Property Manager: Write the full name of the landlord or property manager issuing the notice.
• Address (street address where Tenant can deliver rent): Specify the address where the tenant should deliver the rent.
• City, State, Zip Code: List the city, state, and ZIP code for the rent delivery address.
• Telephone Number: Provide a contact number where the tenant can reach you or your office.

Step 3: Specify Rental Details

• Amount Owed: Enter the total amount of rent that the tenant owes.
• Property Address: Write the full address of the rental property, including county.
• Date Delivered: Specify the date when this notice is delivered to the tenant.
• Day, Month, Year: Indicate the deadline by which the rent must be paid or the property vacated. This should be three days from the date of notice delivery, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays.

Step 4: Delivery Method

• Hand Delivered on: Fill in the date if the notice was delivered by hand.
• Posted on: If the notice was posted on the property rather than handed directly to the tenant, write the date on which it was posted.

Step 5: Landlord or Property Manager’s Authorization

• Signature: The landlord or property manager should sign here to validate the notice.

Step 6: Helper’s Details (if applicable)

• Name: If someone assisted in filling out this form, enter their name.

• Address, City, State, Zip: Provide the complete address of the assistant.
• Telephone number: List the assistant’s phone number if necessary.

Final Checks

• Make sure all information is correct and clearly legible.
• Verify that all applicable fields are filled in accordance with the legal requirements of your jurisdiction.

This form should be completed with care to ensure all legal requirements are met, particularly with respect to the specified timelines and delivery methods. Always keep a copy for your records.