Notice to Quit (NI)
The Private Tenancies Act (NI) 2022 replaced the flat four-week notice to quit with a tiered regime: 4 weeks for tenancies of up to 12 months, 8 weeks for tenancies between 12 months and 10 years, and 12 weeks for tenancies longer than 10 years. The notice must be in writing, must specify the date on which possession is required, and must include the statutory prescribed information. This pack gives you the correctly-phrased notice for each of the three tiers, a tenancy-length calculator, and the service-of-notice guide that records proof of delivery for any subsequent possession action.
What's inside
- Notice to Quit — 4-week variant (tenancies up to 12 months)
- Notice to Quit — 8-week variant (12 months to 10 years)
- Notice to Quit — 12-week variant (over 10 years)
- Tenancy-length calculator
- Service-of-notice guide (recorded delivery, personal service, process-server)
- Date-of-service log for court evidence
- Re-notice template if dates slip
NI landlords seeking possession of a private tenancy by way of notice to quit, whether the ground is end-of-term, landlord-sale, own-use, or tenant breach.
Tenancies governed by the 1978 Rent Order (Protected / Statutory / Restricted) · Housing Executive or housing association stock · situations where a possession order is already in force.
Questions about this template
Is this template legally binding?+
The template produces a document that, once completed and signed by the parties, has the same legal effect as any written agreement. LetSafe UK provides self-help templates, not legal advice — for advice on your specific circumstances, consult a regulated solicitor.
Who can I serve this notice on?+
This Notice to Quit (NI) is designed for service by a private landlord in northern-ireland. Serve personally, by first-class post, or by the method permitted in the tenancy agreement. Keep a dated copy and proof of service.
What format is the download?+
You receive an editable Microsoft Word (DOCX) file and a typeset PDF immediately after payment. You can fill the DOCX in Word, Google Docs, or LibreOffice.
Can I use this template again for another property?+
Yes — the template is licensed for unlimited use by a single private landlord across your own portfolio. It is not licensed for resale or for use by letting agents acting for third parties.
What if the regulation changes?+
Free updates are included for 12 months from purchase. We maintain a regulation-currency register and re-issue the template when the underlying law moves.