Eviction Notice Template Georgia

EVICTION NOTICE: DEMAND FOR POSSESSION

(Georgia O.C.G.A. § 44-7-50)

This Eviction Notice (“Notice”) is served this [Day] day of [Month], [Year] (the "Effective Date") by [Landlord Name/Property Management Company] (“Landlord”) upon [Tenant Name] (“Tenant”) regarding the real property located at: [Property Address, including Unit Number, City, State, Zip Code] (“Premises”).

1. DOCUMENT PREAMBLE & RECITALS

WHEREAS, Landlord and Tenant entered into a written/oral residential lease agreement dated [Lease Date] (the “Lease Agreement”); and WHEREAS, Tenant is currently in default of the Lease Agreement due to non-payment of rent or other material breach; and WHEREAS, Georgia law, specifically O.C.G.A. § 44-7-50, requires the Landlord to demand possession of the premises prior to the initiation of dispossessory proceedings; NOW, THEREFORE, Landlord hereby demands that Tenant surrender possession of the Premises to the Landlord in accordance with the terms herein.

2. OPERATIONAL DEFINITIONS

1. "Arrearages" shall mean the total sum of unpaid rent, late fees, and utility reimbursements as specified in the Lease Agreement, currently totaling $[Dollar Amount].
2. "Business Day" shall mean any day excluding weekends and state-observed holidays in the State of Georgia.
3. "Dispossessory Proceedings" shall mean the legal action filed in the Magistrate Court of [County Name] County pursuant to Georgia law to recover possession of the Premises.
4. "Premises" shall mean the residential dwelling located at the address set forth in the preamble.
5. "Cure Period" shall mean the mandatory window of thirty (30) business days provided herein for the Tenant to rectify the breach before further legal escalation occurs.

3. SUBSTANTIVE TERMS & OBLIGATIONS

1. Demand for Possession: Tenant is hereby notified to vacate the Premises and deliver possession to Landlord immediately upon the expiration of the Cure Period if the breach remains uncured.
2. Payment Obligation: Tenant shall remit the full Arrearages amount of $[Dollar Amount] to the Landlord via [Payment Method] on or before [Date].
3. Condition of Premises: Upon surrender, Tenant shall leave the Premises in a "broom-clean" condition, normal wear and tear excepted, and return all keys, access cards, and security devices to the Landlord.
4. Representations: Landlord represents that this Notice is issued in full compliance with the laws of the State of Georgia and that the amount claimed is accurate based on the records maintained by the Landlord.

4. DEFAULT, TERMINATION, AND REMEDIES

1. Breach Classification: Failure to remit the Arrearages or surrender possession by the expiration of the Cure Period shall constitute a material breach of the Lease Agreement.
2. Cure Period: Tenant is granted thirty (30) business days from the receipt of this Notice to cure the specified defaults.
3. Legal Recourse: Upon expiration of the Cure Period without full satisfaction of the breach, Landlord reserves the right to file a Dispossessory Affidavit with the Magistrate Court of [County Name] County to seek a writ of possession, judgment for unpaid rent, and any applicable court costs or attorney fees as permitted by law.

5. BOILERPLATE LEGAL PROVISIONS

1. Severability: If any provision of this Notice is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
2. Entire Agreement: This Notice constitutes the entire understanding regarding the demand for possession and supersedes all prior communications.
3. Force Majeure: Neither party shall be held liable for failure to perform due to acts of God, war, government regulation, or other causes beyond reasonable control.
4. Governing Law: This Notice shall be governed by, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia.
5. Dispute Resolution: Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Notice shall be adjudicated within the competent jurisdiction of the Magistrate Court of [County Name] County, Georgia.

6. FORMAL EXECUTION BLOCK

LANDLORD:

[Landlord/Company Name]

Signature of Authorized Agent

[Printed Name], [Title]

Date: [Date]

TENANT ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Optional):

Signature of Tenant

[Printed Name]

Date: [Date]

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I hereby certify that a copy of this Notice was delivered to the Tenant on [Date] via: [ ] Personal Service [ ] Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested [ ] Posting on Premises (in accordance with O.C.G.A. § 44-7-50)

Signature of Server: ___________________________