Step 1: Written Notice to Vacate. Unless the lease agreement says otherwise, the landlord must give the tenant at least 3 days to move out.Check out our easy-to-use notice to vacate templates for tenants and landlords to declare a specific move-out date. File the completed, signed form in the County Clerk's Office. Tenant Files the Answer. Tenant filling out response form online. You must also complete the withdrawal form found in Withdrawal Information. It's vital to send this letter promptly to give your resident proper notice to arrange their payment. Template.