Required Disclosures (3)
1. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure & EPA Pamphlet – The landlord must inform the tenant of the possibility of lead-based paint on the premises if built before 1978.[1]
2. Landlord’s Name & Address – It is required that the names and addresses of all signers be mentioned in the lease.[2]
3. Move-In Inspection Form – The landlord must disclose any defects to the utilities and services to the property, including electricity, potable drinking water, sanitary sewer systems, plumbing, roof, structure, heating, and air conditioning systems.[3]
Security Deposit Laws
Maximum Amount – A landlord may not require a security deposit exceeding two months’ rent.[4]
Returning to Tenant – The landlord must return the deposit within 60 days of the termination of the lease agreement.[5]
- Itemized List – The landlord is required to mail an itemized list of any deductions made from the security deposit via first-class mail to the tenant’s forwarding address.[6]
- Unable to Locate Tenant – If the payment is returned and the landlord cannot locate the tenant, then after 180 days, the deposit becomes the landlord’s property.[7]
Rent Payment Laws
Grace Period – Not specified in state law.
Late Fee – Not specified in state law.
NSF Fee – If a tenant’s rent check bounces, the landlord can charge a fee of $30 per check.[8]