Rental Application – Used by landlords to determine whether tenants have the financial resources to pay rent regularly and on time.
Required Disclosures (5)
- Lead-Based Paint Disclosure & EPA Pamphlet – If the property was constructed before 1978, these disclosures concerning the possible use of lead-based paint must be provided to tenants.
- Mold Disclosure – All lease agreements must contain specific mold disclosure language.[1]
- Methamphetamine Drug Lab Disclosure – Landlords must notify tenants if the property has been the site of methamphetamine production and must also explain what steps were taken to remediate the damage.[2]
- Move-in Inspection Checklist – Tenants should receive a move-in checklist to document the condition of the property at the start of a lease period.[3]
- Landlord/Manager/Agent Identification – Tenants must be made aware of the names and addresses of person(s) authorized to enter the property with the amount of notice required by law, such as landlords and agents.[4]
Rent Payment Laws
Grace Period – None.
Maximum Late Fee – None.
NSF Fee – Landlords can charge up to $30 as a penalty for a bounced check.[7]
Withholding Rent – If a property violates any building or housing codes, its tenant can withhold one month’s rent until the landlord has resolved the issue and the premises is again compliant.[8]