When filing a "notice to quit", do I personally need to be there to do it? Can I do it via internet or mail?

CT statute 47a-23(c) states: " (c) A copy of such notice shall be delivered to each lessee or occupant or left at such lessee's or occupant's place of residence or, if the rental agreement or lease concerns commercial property, at the place of the commercial establishment by a proper officer or indifferent person. Delivery of such notice may be made on any day of the week." You should not be be there. As for delivery via internet or mail, I recommend that you have the notice served by a marshall. The Superior Court can give you a list of marshalls in your area. I encourage you to go to the state of Connecticut's website, judical page. Under FAQ's, choose landlord/tenant and look at the "Landlord's Guide to Summary Process (Eviction)". The book also has a sample "Notice to Quit". The response given is not intended to create, nor does it create an ongoing duty to respond to questions. The response does not form an attorney-client relationship, nor is it intended to be anything other than the educated opinion of the author. It should not be relied upon as legal advice. The response given is based upon the limited facts provided by the person asking the question. To the extent additional or different facts exist, the response might possibly change. Attorney is licensed to practice law only in the state of Connecticut. Responses are based solely on Connecticut law unless stated otherwise.

Connecticut law requires service by an indifferent person. Typically this would be a state marshal. Not only do you not need to be there but i would recommend that you not be there at all. Connecticut's laws have not caught up to the technology age as fast as we would want it to. You cannot serve by email or regular mail. A few additional pointers. You don't say why you are trying to evict. You need to be careful not to "void" the notice to quit by doing something that would "waive" the notice. For example, if it is for non-payment of rent, you cannot accept a future payment as rent, but only as "Use and Occupancy". You cannot refuse the payment either. I would suggest you consult with the court service center at the court near you or with a local attorney. They can give you excellent advise.