Idaho 3 Day Notices

Below is a reminder about the legal three day notice period in the State of Idaho.  Please make sure you review your policies to ensure your property complies with the procedure outlined below.

  • 8th of every month: Post three day notices
  • Proper Serving of the Notice:
    • Always mail a copy of the notice to the resident.
    • Attempt personal service first.
    • If unable to personally serve, 4 corner post to the resident’s door and mail to the resident.
    • 9th of every month: Day 1 –  Three day notice becomes effective (at 12:01 am on the 9th)
    • 10th of every month: Day 2
    • 11th of every month: Day 3
    • 12th of every month: Notice expires at 12:01 a.m. on the 12th/ – Fax 3 Day notices to the attorney.
    • 15th of every month: Last day to file evictions for non- payment per SERC calendar.

NOTE:  If Day 1,2,or 3 happens to fall on a weekend, it cannot be counted as one of the three days.

For example:  If the 9th falls on a Friday:

  • Day 1 is Friday the 9th.
  • (Saturday the 10th and Sunday the 11th don’t count towards the three day notice period in Idaho)
  • Day 2 would be Monday the 12th
  • Day 3 would be Tuesday the 13th. 
  • Rent would need to be in by 12:01am on Wednesday the 14th.

If you have any questions, please contact your property supervisor.