Lease dictionary
Cure or quit notice
A written notice that you broke a lease rule and must fix the problem by a deadline or face eviction.
Where a pay or quit notice deals with unpaid rent, a cure or quit notice covers other violations, such as an unauthorized pet, extra occupants, or repeated noise. It must say what the violation is and how long you have to correct it.
Some violations can't be cured, and states differ on whether the landlord can skip the cure period for serious issues. If you fix the problem in time, the notice generally lapses.
Watch out
Respond in writing and keep proof that you fixed the issue, such as a photo or receipt.
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