Iowa Standard Residential Lease Agreement

An Iowa standard residential lease agreement defines the terms under which a tenant rents residential property from a landlord or property manager. Residential leases outline the tenant’s rights and responsibilities during the rental term, including the payment of monthly rent and utility expenses, the duration of the tenancy, and the number of pets allowed on the premises.

Iowa Standard Residential Lease Agreement

An Iowa standard residential lease agreement defines the terms under which a tenant rents residential property from a landlord or property manager. Residential leases outline the tenant’s rights and responsibilities during the rental term, including the payment of monthly rent and utility expenses, the duration of the tenancy, and the number of pets allowed on the premises.

Last updated January 5th, 2024

An Iowa standard residential lease agreement defines the terms under which a tenant rents residential property from a landlord or property manager. Residential leases outline the tenant’s rights and responsibilities during the rental term, including the payment of monthly rent and utility expenses, the duration of the tenancy, and the number of pets allowed on the premises.

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Required Disclosures (4)

  1. CERCLIS Disclosure – If the property is listed in the CERCLIS database, this fact must be disclosed to the tenant in the lease agreement.[1]
  2. Identification – Landlords must provide tenants with a written statement containing the name and address of the property manager and owner or the owner’s authorized representative.[2]
  3. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (PDF) – If a residence was constructed before the year 1978, the landlord must disclose the possible presence of lead-based paint to all tenants.[3]
  4. Shared Utilities – If there are shared utility charges, the landlord must disclose them to the tenant in writing, including how the charges are calculated and billed.[4]

Security Deposits

  • Maximum Amount ($) – 2 months rent.[5]
  • Returning to Tenant – 30 days.[6]

Rent Grace Period

Iowa has no grace period, and rent is due at the time agreed to in the lease.[7]

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