A Notice to Rescind Contract is a critical legal instrument used when one party seeks to void a contract and restore all parties to their original positions before the contract was formed. This document is particularly relevant in situations involving misrepresentation, mistake, breach of condition, or where statutory rights of rescission apply under New Zealand law. The notice must comply with the Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 and other relevant New Zealand legislation, and should clearly articulate the grounds for rescission, identify the contract being rescinded, and specify any remedial actions required. The document is essential for maintaining a clear legal record of the rescission process and protecting the rights of all parties involved. Proper drafting and timing of this notice are crucial, as rescission rights may be lost through delay or affirmation of the contract.

1. Sender Details: Full name, address, and contact information of the party issuing the notice

2. Recipient Details: Full name, address, and contact information of the party receiving the notice

3. Date: Date of the notice

4. Contract Reference: Clear identification of the contract being rescinded, including date of contract and any reference numbers

5. Notice of Rescission: Clear and unequivocal statement of intention to rescind the contract

6. Grounds for Rescission: Legal basis and factual circumstances justifying the rescission

7. Required Actions: Specific actions required from each party to unwind the contract, including return of goods/money

8. Timeline: Specified timeframe for completing the rescission process

9. Signature Block: Space for signature, name, and capacity of the person signing