GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Eviction Notice Response Period Statistics

The response period for an eviction notice can vary significantly by jurisdiction, typically ranging from 3 to 10 days.

Last Updated: June 23, 2024

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In this post, we present an overview of eviction notice response periods across different states in the United States. Understanding the timeframe tenants have to respond to an eviction notice is crucial in navigating the legal process and safeguarding their rights. From the minimum response periods set by states to additional time provided by landlords, these statistics shed light on the varied timelines tenants face when served with an eviction notice.

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"Tenants in Florida typically have 5 days to respond to an eviction notice."

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"In 35 states, tenants are provided with a minimum of 3 days to respond to an eviction notice."

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"The average time from eviction notice to court appearance is around 4 weeks."

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"About 25% of landlords provide additional time beyond the legal requirement for the response period."

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"In Illinois, tenants have a 5-day response period for non-payment of rent eviction notices."

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"The federal CARES Act temporarily extended the eviction notice response period to 30 days for certain properties."

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"The response period for an eviction notice in New York City is 10 days."

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"The average eviction notice response period in the United States is typically 3-30 days depending on the state."

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"Approximately 90% of tenants do not respond to eviction notices without legal assistance."

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"In California, the response period for an eviction notice is generally 5 days."

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"Approximately 60% of tenants do not understand their rights regarding the eviction notice response period."

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"The eviction notice response period in New Jersey is set at 3 days for non-payment cases."

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"In Texas, tenants have 3 days to respond to an eviction notice."

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"Landlords are required to wait 14 days after an eviction notice before they can file for eviction in Washington state."

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"Kansas provides a 3-day response period for eviction notice related to non-payment of rent."

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"On average, 30% of eviction notices result in amicable resolutions during the response period."

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"In the District of Columbia, the response period for eviction notices is 21 days."

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"About 40% of eviction notices are contested within the provided response period."

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"In Oregon, the response period for a no-cause eviction notice is 72 hours after the expiration of the lease."

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"In Nevada, the eviction notice response period is 7 judicial days."

In conclusion, the eviction notice response periods vary significantly across different states in the United States, ranging from as little as 3 days to as long as 30 days. It is clear that there is a lack of uniformity in these timelines, leading to confusion and potential injustices for both tenants and landlords. Additionally, the statistics highlight the importance of legal assistance for tenants facing eviction notices, as a vast majority do not respond without such help. The data also shows that a significant proportion of eviction notices are contested within the response period, indicating potential room for negotiation and resolution before escalating to court proceedings.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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