South Dakota Eviction Laws
South Dakota requires a 3-day notice to pay rent or vacate before a landlord may file an eviction action.
Key Rules
- Nonpayment Notice
- 3-day notice to pay rent or vacate
- Periodic Tenancy Notice
- 30 days notice for month-to-month termination
- Just Cause Required
- No — no just-cause eviction requirement
- Rent Control
- No rent control in South Dakota
Some citations below have not been confirmed against their official source. Confirm current requirements with local legal aid or an attorney.
Applicable Statutes
Forcible entry and detainer: landlord must give written notice before filing eviction. For nonpayment of rent, a 3-day notice to pay or vacate is required.
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Termination of periodic tenancy: for month-to-month tenancies, notice must be given equal to the rental period (minimum 30 days).
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