Minn. Stat. § 504B § 504B.135
TERMINATING TENANCY AT WILL.
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A tenancy at will may be terminated by either party by giving notice in writing. The time of the notice must be at least as long as the interval between the time rent is due or three months, whichever is less.
Under Minn. Stat. § 504B.135, a tenancy at will in Minnesota can be ended by either the landlord or the tenant through written notice. The notice period must be at least as long as the interval between rent payment dates, or three months, whichever is shorter. For example, a month-to-month tenancy at will would generally require at least one month's written notice, while a weekly tenancy would require at least one week's notice.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Minn. Stat. § 504B.135, landlords who wish to end a tenancy at will generally provide written notice to the tenant that meets the minimum required timeframe — at least the length of the rent payment interval, up to a maximum of three months. Compliant operators document the delivery of that written notice and retain records confirming when and how it was served. Ensuring the notice period aligns with the rent payment schedule is a standard part of managing a lawful termination process.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Minn. Stat. § 504B.135 gives tenants the right to terminate a tenancy at will by providing written notice, just as a landlord may do, with the same minimum notice period applying to both parties. If a landlord attempts to end a tenancy at will without providing adequate written notice, a tenant may be able to raise that failure as a defense in an eviction proceeding. Tenants who have questions about whether proper notice was given can consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office for general guidance.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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