Document background
The 14 Day Notice To Tenant is a statutory notice used in New Zealand when a tenant has breached their tenancy agreement. This document is issued under the provisions of the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 and must be used before any further enforcement action can be taken. The notice should clearly identify the specific breach, provide detailed instructions for remedying the situation, and specify the 14-day timeframe for compliance. It serves as both a formal warning and a legal prerequisite for potential tenancy termination if the breach remains unremedied. Common uses include addressing rent arrears, property damage, unauthorized occupants, or violations of other tenancy terms. The notice must be properly served and documented to be legally valid under New Zealand law.
