Notice to terminate a lease is a one-sided ending of a rental agreement. The notice period is 3 months, and it starts on the first day of the month following the delivery (not from the day of delivery).
When the tenant gives notice
- Indefinite term — without stating a reason. You do not need to explain anything.
- Fixed term — only if circumstances change significantly.
- Immediately — if the landlord grossly violates their duties.
When the landlord gives notice
Only for legal reasons: the tenant grossly violates their duties, a court order, the need to vacate the apartment. "Just changing their mind" is not a valid reason.
Immediate notice by the landlord (§ 2291)
- non-payment of rent for 3 or more months;
- serious damage to the apartment;
- unlawful use of the dwelling.
🔴 A formality that invalidates the notice
The landlord must inform the tenant about the right to object and go to court within 2 months. If this information is missing from the notice — the notice is invalid.
