Maine Notice to Vacate Rules
Maine rules on notice to vacate for renters and landlords, with the statute or official page behind each answer. Last verified: 2026-10-23.
Short answer: 30 days' written notice by either landlord or tenant (tenancy at will); no cause required. If rent has been paid through a date beyond the 30 days, the notice must expire on or after that date. 14 M.R.S. § 6002(1)
The rules in Maine
| Ending a month-to-month lease | 30 days' written notice by either landlord or tenant (tenancy at will); no cause required. If rent has been paid through a date beyond the 30 days, the notice must expire on or after that date. A 30-day and 7-day notice may be combined. Waiver of the 30 days is valid only in writing at the time notice is given. Domestic violence/sexual assault/stalking victims may terminate on 7 days' notice (tenancy at will or lease under 1 year) or 30 days' notice (lease of 1 year or more) with documentation (§ 6002(4)). Section history on the official page shows no amendments after PL 2017, c. 103. Source: 14 M.R.S. § 6002(1) |
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Maine vs. neighboring states
| State | Ending a month-to-month lease |
|---|---|
| Maine | 30 days' written notice by either landlord or tenant (tenancy at will); no cause required. If rent has been paid through a date beyond the 30 days, the notice must expire on or after that date. 14 M.R.S. § 6002(1) |
| New Hampshire | Landlord: 30 days' written eviction notice (restricted property requires a statutory good-cause reason; non-restricted property can be terminated without cause). Tenant: 30 days' notice; if the date doesn't fall on a rent due date, tenant owes rent through the next rent due date unless the lease says otherwise. RSA 540:2, I-II; RSA 540:3, II; RSA 540:11, II |
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Maine Notice to Vacate Rules FAQ
How much notice is needed to end a month-to-month lease in Maine?
30 days' written notice by either landlord or tenant (tenancy at will); no cause required. If rent has been paid through a date beyond the 30 days, the notice must expire on or after that date. (14 M.R.S. § 6002(1))
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.