🌴 California 3-Day Notice to Cure or Quit
Demand to Correct Lease Violation or Vacate
CURABLE VIOLATION NOTICE: Use this notice when a tenant has violated a curable lease term — unauthorized pets, unauthorized occupants, noise violations, or failure to maintain the unit. The tenant has 3 calendar days to correct (cure) the violation or vacate. The violation description must be specific enough that the tenant knows exactly what to fix. For non-curable violations, use the 3-Day Unconditional Quit.
📅 Notice Dates
👤 Tenant & Property
📝 Lease Violation Details
Specificity is essential. Vague violation descriptions are a primary reason California unlawful detainer cases are dismissed. Cite the exact lease section, describe the specific violation, and state clearly what the tenant must do to cure it.
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The 3-Day Notice to Cure or Quit under CCP § 1161(3) is used when a tenant has violated a curable lease term. It gives the tenant 3 calendar days to correct the violation or vacate. This notice is more nuanced than the pay-or-quit notice because both the violation description and the cure requirement must be precise.
Common Curable Violations in California
- Unauthorized pets on a no-pet lease
- Unauthorized occupants not listed on the lease
- Excessive noise after prior written warnings
- Failure to maintain renter’s insurance as required
- Unauthorized subletting without landlord consent
- Improper disposal of trash or debris
AB 1482 Just Cause Requirements
In properties covered by AB 1482 (statewide rent control) or local just cause ordinances, landlords must serve the proper cure notice and comply with additional procedural requirements before proceeding with eviction. In Los Angeles, San Francisco, and other cities, additional tenant protections may apply.
⚖ Legal Disclaimer
This form is for informational purposes only. California eviction law is highly technical. Properties subject to local rent control have additional requirements. Consult a qualified California attorney before serving any eviction notice.
