Alaska 60-Day Notice Overview
Alaska does not require a 60-day notice by statute. The Alaska Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (AS 34.03.290(b)) sets a 30-day notice period for terminating month-to-month tenancies. Either landlord or tenant may end a periodic tenancy by providing written notice at least 30 days before the next rent due date. Alaska\'s vast geography and limited housing stock in remote areas, however, make a 60-day notice a practical choice for landlords managing properties in bush communities.
Alaska is a landlord-friendly state with no rent control, no just-cause eviction requirements, and no mandatory relocation assistance. Landlords can terminate month-to-month tenancies for any lawful, non-discriminatory reason. The main constraint is the prohibition on retaliatory evictions under AS 34.03.310, which bars evicting tenants who have reported code violations or exercised legal rights within six months. Self-help evictions (changing locks, removing belongings, shutting off utilities) are prohibited under AS 34.03.210.
30 Days
Statutory default
$75-$250
Court filing fees
Written
Notice required
2-4 wks
Court process
When a 60-Day Notice Applies in Alaska
Since Alaska's statutory default for month-to-month termination is 30 days, understanding when a 60-day notice is actually required or advisable is essential for landlords.
Lease Requires Extended Notice
Many professionally drafted Alaska leases include a non-renewal clause requiring 60 days advance written notice. When the lease specifies 60 days, the contractual obligation overrides the 30-day statutory minimum under AS 34.03.290, and the landlord must comply with the longer period.
Remote and Rural Properties
In communities accessible only by air or water—villages in the Aleutians, Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, or Arctic Slope—finding replacement housing takes considerably longer. Providing 60 days gives tenants time to arrange transportation, find new housing, and coordinate moves that may require charter aircraft.
AHFC and Section 8 Programs
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) voucher holders and federal Section 8 participants often have lease provisions requiring extended notice. Federal regulations may mandate 30-90 days depending on the specific program. The AHFC administers most Housing Choice Voucher programs statewide.
Alaska Legal Requirements
Alaska's landlord-tenant statutes establish specific requirements for termination notices that must be followed precisely.
Alaska Winter Eviction Considerations
Alaska courts do not formally prohibit winter evictions, but judges may exercise discretion when weather conditions make vacating unsafe. In remote areas with extreme temperatures (reaching -40F in interior and northern Alaska), courts have occasionally delayed enforcement. Landlords in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, or North Slope Borough should factor weather into the eviction timeline. The Alaska Court System operates itinerant courts in many rural areas with limited scheduling.
Notice Content Requirements
- Written Notice: AS 34.03.290 requires written notice. Oral notice is insufficient for any tenancy type in Alaska
- Tenant and Property ID: Include all tenant names from the lease and the complete physical address including unit number and city
- Termination Date: State the exact date at least 60 days from service, aligned with the rent due date
- Landlord Contact: Include landlord or property manager name, mailing address, and phone number
- Security Deposit Reference: AS 34.03.070 requires return within 14 days after tenant vacates if forwarding address is provided, or 30 days otherwise
How to Serve a 60-Day Eviction Notice in Alaska
Proper service is critical in Alaska. If the landlord cannot prove the notice was properly delivered, the court will dismiss the eviction action.
Prepare the Notice
Draft using an Alaska-specific template referencing AS 34.03.290. Include all tenant names, property address, and the 60-day termination date
Personal Delivery (Preferred)
Hand-deliver the notice to the tenant at the rental premises. Alaska courts prefer personal service. Bring a witness to confirm delivery
Certified Mail Alternative
If personal delivery is impractical (common in rural Alaska), send via certified mail with return receipt. The 60-day period starts when the tenant receives the notice
Complete Proof of Service
Document date, time, method, and location of service. Keep certified mail receipts and return cards
File FED Action if Needed
After 60 days expire without the tenant vacating, file a Forcible Entry and Detainer action in Alaska District Court under AS 09.45.060-160
Alaska Eviction Timeline
Alaska\'s FED process is handled in District Court. After filing the complaint, the court schedules a hearing within 10-15 days of service on the tenant. FED cases in the First Judicial District (Juneau) and Third Judicial District (Anchorage) have the fastest scheduling.
At the hearing, the judge reviews the notice, proof of service, and any tenant defenses. If the landlord prevails, the court issues a judgment for possession. The tenant typically has 2-5 days to vacate before the Alaska State Troopers or local law enforcement execute the writ of assistance.
Total court timeline is approximately 2-4 weeks for uncontested cases. In remote judicial districts (Second or Fourth), scheduling may take 4-8 weeks. Combined with the 60-day notice period, the full process spans 10-16 weeks. Self-help eviction is never permitted—landlords must go through the court process.
Alaska Filing Fees & Costs
Eviction costs in Alaska vary by county and court type. Below are typical expenses.
| Fee / Cost | Typical Amount |
|---|---|
| District Court Filing Fee | $75 - $250 |
| Service of Process | $30 - $75 |
| Attorney Fees | $500 - $2,500 |
| Writ of Assistance | $25 - $100 |
| Law Enforcement Execution | $50 - $200 |
Sample Alaska 60-Day Notice
Below is a preview of our Alaska-specific 60-day termination notice template.
60-DAY NOTICE OF TERMINATION
STATE OF ALASKA
Pursuant to AS 34.03.290
LANDLORD / PROPERTY OWNER:
Name: [Full Legal Name]
Address: [Alaska Mailing Address]
TENANT(S):
Name(s): [All Tenant Names]
Rental Address: [Full Property Address]
NOTICE OF TERMINATION:
You are hereby notified that your tenancy at the above premises will terminate on[Date — 60 days from service]. You must vacate and surrender possession by that date.
ALASKA COMPLIANCE NOTE
Your security deposit will be returned within 14 days of vacating per AS 34.03.070, provided you supply a forwarding address and the unit is returned in acceptable condition less normal wear and tear.