A 7-day notice is allowed only for listed reasons, like rent 7 days late or serious damage.
From 14 M.R.S. § 6002, read Oct 6, 2026.Show the law
“Tenancies at will must be terminated by either party by a minimum of 30 days' notice, except as provided in subsections 2 and 4, in writing for that purpose given to the other party …”
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Maine lawIn force
Maine tenancy-at-will termination notice
Can my landlord make me move out?
No reason needed, but 30 days' written notice.
A 7-day notice is allowed only for listed reasons, like rent 7 days late or serious damage.
Who it covers
Covers: Residential tenancies at will (Ch. 709, Subch. 1).
In force since
2017
The law, word for word
“Tenancies at will must be terminated by either party by a minimum of 30 days' notice, except as provided in subsections 2 and 4, in writing for that purpose given to the other party …”