1. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (PDF) – This form is needed to disclose the potential existence of lead paint in rental units built before 1978.^[1]
2. Property Condition Disclosure (PDF) – When entering into a lease agreement, the landlord must give their tenant a report detailing the condition of the unit. Both parties must sign the document.^[2]

Maximum Amount ($) – One month’s rent is the most that a landlord may demand for a deposit.^[3]

• Exceptions – The landlord may charge a security deposit of two months’ rent if:
  • The tenant has been convicted of a felony.^[4]
  • A judgment has been brought forth against a tenant for violating a prior rental agreement.^[5]
  • The tenant has a pet that is not a service animal. In this case, the maximum security deposit may not exceed $2500.^[6]

Collecting Interest – If the lease is at least nine months, the landlord must collect interest on security deposits for the tenant.^[7]

Returning to Tenant – Deposits must be returned to tenants no later than 30 days after the lease is terminated.^[8]

Itemized List Required? – Yes, the landlord must list any deductions made from the security deposit.^[9]

Separate Bank Account? – Yes, security deposits must be placed in a federally insured checking or savings account that accrues interest.^[10]

General Access – Unless it is impractical to do so, the landlord must give the tenant reasonable notice and obtain their permission before entering.^[11]

Immediate Access – The landlord can enter the rental unit without permission in the case of an emergency or if the landlord believes the tenant has substantially violated the lease agreement.^[12]

Grace Period – North Dakota has no statutory grace period.

Maximum Late Fee ($) – There is no statutory limit on the amount a landlord may charge for late fees. However, fees can only be charged if the landlord states them in the lease.^[13]

Bad Check (NSF) Fee – A $40 fee may be charged for a bounced check.^[14]

Withholding Rent – If the landlord has been notified of a repair that needs to be made and fails to act, the tenant may make the repairs and deduct the cost from the rent.^[15]

Non-Payment of Rent – The landlord may deliver a 3-day notice to quit to tenants who have not paid their rent.^[16]

Non-Compliance – A tenant who violates the terms of the rental agreement may be given a 3-day notice to vacate the premises.^[17]

Lockouts – A landlord may not lock out a tenant or cut off the utilities to get the tenant to leave the property.^[18]

Leaving Before the End Date – Tenants are generally responsible for any rent owing if they leave before the lease term ends. However, the landlord must make an effort to re-rent the property.^[19]

Month-to-Month Tenancy – Landlords may terminate a month-to-month tenancy with a 1-month notice to quit.^[20]

Unclaimed Property – Any property left by the tenant may be sold or disposed of by the landlord after 28 days if the property’s estimated value is under $2500.^[21]