How many days notice does a landlord need to give for non-payment of rent in Alabama?

In Alabama, a landlord must give 7 days notice to pay or quit before filing for eviction due to non-payment of rent. This is governed by Alabama Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Ala. Code §§ 35-9A-101 et seq.).

What is the no-cause notice period for landlords in Alabama?

In Alabama, landlords must provide 30 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy without cause.

What are the valid grounds for eviction in Alabama?

Alabama recognizes the following grounds for eviction: Non-payment of rent; Lease violation; Holdover; Illegal activity; Health/safety violation.

Alabama Landlord-Tenant Law

Q: Is there rent control in Alabama?

Alabama does not have statewide rent control. Alabama state law prohibits local rent control ordinances.

Tribunal: District Court

7 Days — Pay or Quit

30 Days — No-Cause Notice

14 Days — Cure or Quit

Notice Periods

Situation	Notice Required
Non-payment of rent	7 days to pay or quit
Month-to-month termination (no cause)	30 days
Lease violation (cure or quit)	14 days

Security Deposit

Maximum 1 month's rent (§ 35-9A-201).

Grounds for Eviction

Non-payment of rent
Lease violation
Holdover
Illegal activity
Health/safety violation

Rent Control

No Statewide Rent Control

Alabama state law prohibits local rent control ordinances.

Electronic Signatures

U.S. ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. §7001) + state UETA adoption

Electronic signatures on leases and notices are valid in Alabama. Generate and e-sign a form →

Governing Statute

Alabama Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Ala. Code §§ 35-9A-101 et seq.)

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