The notices and their periods
- 5-Day Notice to Pay or Quit — for nonpayment (A.R.S. § 33-1368(B)) — five calendar days, with counting starting the day after delivery (weekends and holidays count).
- 10-Day Notice to Cure or Quit — for curable lease violations like unauthorized occupants or pets (§ 33-1368(A)). A repeat of the same violation within six months can be treated as non-curable.
- 5-Day Cure (health/safety) — for noncompliance that materially affects health and safety; serious or criminal conduct allows an immediate, unconditional notice.
Ending a tenancy and serving notice
To end a month-to-month tenancy without cause, either party gives at least 30 days' written notice before the end of the rental period (A.R.S. § 33-1375).
Deliver notices in person, leave them with someone of suitable age at the residence, or send by certified or registered mail. Evictions (special detainer actions) are filed in Justice Court.
Counting and partial payments
Arizona counts the 5-day nonpayment period in calendar days, including weekends and holidays, beginning the day after delivery. Full payment within the period stops that notice; accepting a partial payment can waive the right to evict for that period unless the tenant agrees otherwise in writing.
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How long is the Arizona nonpayment notice?
Five days — a 5-Day Notice to Pay or Quit under A.R.S. § 33-1368(B), counted in calendar days from the day after delivery.
How much time to fix a lease violation in Arizona?
Generally 10 days for ordinary violations (§ 33-1368(A)), or 5 days for noncompliance affecting health and safety. Repeat violations within six months can be non-curable.
How do I end a month-to-month tenancy in Arizona?
Give at least 30 days' written notice before the end of the rental period (§ 33-1375).
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WriteMyNotice.com is a self-help document preparation service, not a law firm, and this page is general information, not legal advice. Eviction rules are strict and vary by state, county, and city — many cities add rent-control or just-cause requirements on top of state law, and an improper or mistimed notice can get an eviction case delayed or dismissed. Verify the current requirements for your property's location and, for contested or high-stakes evictions, consult a landlord-tenant attorney. Statute references verified June 2026.