In plain English
This phrase points to a notice in written form, not just something said aloud. The key idea is timing: it must be given earlier than the action, event, or date it relates to.
In context
Here, it names the written notice that must be provided before the relevant action takes place.
- Situation
- Tracking obligations, deliverables, milestones, notices, and deadlines
- What it communicates
- names a written notice that must be given before the action.
Meaning limits
By itself, the phrase does not say how far in advance the notice must be given or what the notice must contain.
Examples
“A phone call was not enough; the landlord sent prior written notice of the inspection by email three days before it began.”
“Before changing the venue, the organiser gave the speakers prior written notice.”