The most common notice to terminate a tenancy is a five day notice. This is the notice that is generally required when a tenant fails to make timely payment of rent. The requirements for a demand for rent are contained in Section 9-209 of the Illinois Forcible Entry and Detainer Act. The act provides in part:
Eviction
Proper Service of an Illinois Eviction Notice
In almost all instances, I advise my clients that an eviction notice, such as a five day notice for nonpayment of rent, be served personally on the tenant. Personal service means putting the notice in a person’s hands. Section 9-211 of the Illinois Forcible Entry and Detainer Act provides the law with respect to service of any demand or notice as follows: