Document background
The 20 Day Notice To Move Out Letter is a crucial document in New Zealand's residential tenancy system, designed to formally communicate a tenant's intention to end their tenancy. This notice is required under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 and must be provided at least 20 days before the intended vacation date. The document is typically used in periodic (ongoing) tenancy situations where tenants wish to end their lease. It must include specific details such as the property address, vacation date, tenant information, and forwarding address. The notice serves multiple purposes: it fulfills legal requirements for tenancy termination, initiates the process for final property inspection and bond return, and helps maintain clear communication between tenants and landlords or property managers. This document is particularly important in New Zealand's rental market, where formal notice requirements are strictly enforced to protect both tenant and landlord interests.
