Wisconsin Notice to Vacate

A legally compliant notice to vacate under Wisconsin Stat. ch. 704 and ATCP 134 (Wisconsin Residential Rental Practices). Use the correct notice type based on the reason: 28 days' written notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy (Wis. Stat. § 704.19), 5-day notice to pay rent or vacate for non-payment (§ 704.17), or notices for other breaches. All notices must be in writing, state the specific reason, and be given in the manner specified in § 704.21. Notices must terminate at the end of a rental period for periodic tenancies.

Notice Type Selection Guide

Select the applicable notice type before completing the form. Using the wrong notice type or failing to state the basis may invalidate the notice and delay eviction proceedings under Wis. Stat. ch. 799.

> Important, computing deadlines and service: Wisconsin uses calendar days unless otherwise specified. For periodic tenancies, the termination date must be the last day of a rental period. Notice periods generally begin the day after proper service. Service methods per Wis. Stat. § 704.21 include personal delivery to tenant, leaving at premises with person of suitable age, or certified mail (with proof). Landlords must comply with ATCP 134 requirements for form and content. Do not count the day of service., -

NOTICE TO VACATE ### (Wisconsin Stat. ch. 704 and ATCP 134)

Date of Notice: [[Date of Notice]]

FROM (Sending Party, Landlord or Authorized Agent):
[[Landlord or Agent Full Name]]
[[Landlord or Agent Mailing Address]]
[[Landlord or Agent City]], Wisconsin [[Landlord or Agent ZIP Code]]
Phone: [[Landlord or Agent Phone]]
Email: [[Landlord or Agent Email]]

TO (Receiving Party):
[[Tenant Full Name(s)]]
AND ALL OTHER OCCUPANTS
of the premises located at:
[[Rental Property Address]]
[[City]], Wisconsin [[ZIP Code]] (the "Premises")

RE: Tenancy at the Premises, [[Tenancy Type: month-to-month / week-to-week / fixed-term lease ending [[Lease End Date]]]]

Tenancy Commencement Date (if known): [[Tenancy Start Date]], -

*(Select and complete ONLY the section(s) that apply to your situation. Delete or strike the inapplicable options. The notice must state the specific reason for termination.)*, -

OPTION A, 28-Day Notice of Termination of Month-to-Month Tenancy *(Wis. Stat. § 704.19, No-Cause Termination by Landlord)*, -

28-DAY NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF MONTH-TO-MONTH TENANCY

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 704.19, your month-to-month tenancy for the Premises described above is hereby TERMINATED, effective at the end of the rental period that falls at least twenty-eight (28) days after the date this notice is properly given.

Tenancy Termination Date: [[Termination Date, must be the last day of a rental period, at least 28 days after proper service]]

You are required to vacate and surrender possession of the Premises in a clean and sanitary condition, with all personal belongings removed, no later than 11:59 p.m. on [[Termination Date]].

On or before the Termination Date, please:

1. Remove all personal property and belongings from the Premises.

2. Return all keys, garage-door openers, mailbox keys, remote controls, and any other access devices to [[Landlord or Authorized Agent Name]] at [[Return Location / Address or Management Office]].

3. Ensure all utilities in your name are canceled or transferred effective on or before the Termination Date.

4. Leave the Premises clean, free of trash and damage beyond ordinary wear and tear.

5. Provide your forwarding address in writing to the landlord to facilitate timely return of any security deposit.

This notice does not allege any fault or breach by the tenant. It is a no-cause termination of a periodic tenancy as permitted under Wisconsin law. Wisconsin does not impose a statewide just-cause eviction requirement for termination of month-to-month residential tenancies outside of local ordinances that may apply in certain municipalities.

Security Deposit: Your security deposit of $[[Security Deposit Amount]] (if any) is held by [[Landlord or Agent Name]]. Pursuant to ATCP 134.06, after you vacate and the tenancy terminates, the landlord must either return the full deposit or provide a written itemized statement of any deductions with supporting documentation within twenty-one (21) days after the later of the date the tenant vacates or the termination date of the rental agreement (or re-rental date in some cases).

All rent and other charges due under the tenancy through the Termination Date remain payable. If you remain in possession after the Termination Date without the landlord's written consent, you will be a holdover tenant under Wis. Stat. § 704.25 and subject to daily use-and-occupancy charges plus potential unlawful detainer proceedings., -

OPTION B, 5-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit *(Wis. Stat. § 704.17(1p), Nonpayment of Rent)*, -

5-DAY NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR QUIT

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that you are in default under your rental agreement and Wisconsin law for failure to pay rent when due. Pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 704.17(1p), you have five (5) days after the giving of this notice to pay the full amount of rent due or vacate the Premises.

Amount of Rent Due: $[[Amount of Rent Due, include any late charges if permitted and itemized]]

Period Covered: [[Rental Period(s) for which rent is owed, e.g., June 1, 30, 2026]]

Total Due by Deadline: $[[Total Amount Due Including Permitted Fees]]

You must pay the full amount due in a manner acceptable to the landlord (e.g., [[Accepted Payment Method]]) at [[Payment Location or Address]] no later than 5:00 p.m. on [[5th Day After Giving of Notice, Date]].

If you pay the full amount due within the five-day period, your tenancy will continue and this notice will be of no further effect. If you fail to pay in full or vacate by the deadline, your tenancy will terminate and the landlord may commence eviction proceedings under Wis. Stat. ch. 799 without further notice.

Note: This notice states the specific basis (non-payment of rent) as required. Partial payment will not reinstate the tenancy or waive the landlord's rights unless the landlord agrees in writing., -

OPTION C, Notice for Other Breach of Lease or Statutory Obligation *(Wis. Stat. § 704.17, Breach Other Than Non-Payment)*, -

NOTICE TO CURE OR QUIT (OR UNCONDITIONAL QUIT IF APPLICABLE)

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that you have breached your rental agreement or obligations under Wisconsin law as follows:

Specific Reason / Basis for This Notice: [[Describe the exact breach with dates and facts, e.g., "Unauthorized pet kept on Premises in violation of lease Section 9 and ATCP 134; or damage to property; or other violation."]]

Lease Provision(s) Violated (if applicable): [[Cite Specific Lease Section(s)]]

Statutory Obligation Violated (if applicable): [[Cite Wis. Stat. section if relevant]]

You are hereby required to:

1. Cure the breach within the applicable period by taking the following specific action(s): [[Specific Cure Action Required, e.g., "Remove the unauthorized pet and provide written proof of removal or rehoming to the landlord."]]

2. Complete the cure no later than [[Cure Deadline Date]] (the number of days provided by the notice type selected); OR

3. Vacate and surrender possession of the Premises no later than 11:59 p.m. on [[Vacate Deadline Date]].

If you adequately cure the breach within the cure period, the tenancy will continue. If you fail to cure or vacate by the deadline stated in this notice, the tenancy will terminate and the landlord may pursue eviction. For certain repeated or non-remediable breaches (e.g., substantial damage, criminal activity), an unconditional quit notice of five (5) days may apply per § 704.17.

Prior Notices (if this is a repeat violation within the relevant look-back): Date of prior notice(s): [[Dates]]; description: [[Prior Breach Description]]., -

OPTION D, 28-Day Tenant Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month Tenancy *(Wis. Stat. § 704.19, Tenant-Initiated Termination)*, -

TENANT'S 28-DAY NOTICE TO VACATE

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that I, the undersigned Tenant, hereby provide written notice of my intent to terminate the month-to-month tenancy at the Premises, effective at the end of the rental period at least twenty-eight (28) days after this notice is given.

Intended Vacate / Termination Date: [[Vacate Date, last day of a rental period, at least 28 days from proper delivery to landlord]]

I will:

1. Remove all personal property from the Premises by the Vacate Date.

2. Return all keys, access devices, and remotes to [[Landlord or Agent Name]] at [[Return Address or Office]] by the Vacate Date.

3. Leave the Premises clean and in good condition, reasonable wear and tear excepted.

4. Cancel or transfer utilities in my name effective on or before the Vacate Date.

5. Provide the following forwarding address for all future correspondence and security deposit accounting:

Forwarding Address: [[Tenant Forwarding Address, City, State, ZIP Code]]

All rent due through the Vacate Date will be paid. I understand the landlord must follow ATCP 134.06 for return of any security deposit within 21 days after termination or vacating (whichever later)., -

OPTION E, Notice to Vacate at End of Fixed Lease Term (Holdover) *(Wis. Stat. § 704.25)*, -

NOTICE TO VACATE, END OF LEASE TERM / HOLDOVER

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the fixed-term lease for the Premises expired or will expire on [[Lease Expiration Date]]. No renewal or new rental agreement has been executed. You occupy the Premises as a holdover tenant without consent.

Vacate Deadline: No later than 11:59 p.m. on [[Vacate-By Date, consistent with law]].

Daily use-and-occupancy charges of $[[Daily Holdover Rate or Per-Diem Amount]] will accrue for each day you remain after the deadline. The landlord reserves all rights and remedies, including filing for eviction under ch. 799.

Please return all keys and access devices to [[Landlord or Agent]] at [[Location]] by the deadline and provide a forwarding address., -

Proof of Service

I certify that on [[Date Served]] this notice was served on the tenant(s) and all occupants by the following method(s) permitted under Wis. Stat. § 704.21:

• [ ] Personal delivery to tenant or person of suitable age at the Premises.
• [ ] Leaving a copy at the Premises with a person of suitable age and discretion.
• [ ] Certified or registered mail (attach proof of mailing).
• [ ] Other method agreed in writing or authorized by law: [[Describe]].

Server Name / Signature: [[Server Full Name]]

Server Address / Phone: [[Server Contact Info]]

Date of Service: [[Service Date]], -

Signature and Acknowledgment

Sending Party (Landlord / Agent / Tenant):

Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ___________

Printed Name: [[Landlord or Tenant or Agent Printed Name]]

Title (if agent): [[Agent Title or Capacity]], -

*Sample template for Wisconsin, not legal advice. Statutory provisions cited are current as of 2026-06; verify against the current Wisconsin Statutes (chs. 704, 799), ATCP 134, and any applicable local ordinances before use. This is a form notice only. Consult a Wisconsin-licensed attorney for advice on your specific situation. Failure to use the correct form, periods, or service method may delay or defeat eviction proceedings.*