New Hampshire Standard Residential Lease Agreement

A New Hampshire standard residential lease agreement is a written contract establishing the rights and duties within a landlord-tenant relationship. It includes provisions such as the rent amount and due date, security deposit and fee requirements, and options for terminating the lease. This fixed-term lease is usually drafted with a one-year term, though it can be for any period of time.

New Hampshire Standard Residential Lease Agreement

A New Hampshire standard residential lease agreement is a written contract establishing the rights and duties within a landlord-tenant relationship. It includes provisions such as the rent amount and due date, security deposit and fee requirements, and options for terminating the lease. This fixed-term lease is usually drafted with a one-year term, though it can be for any period of time.

Last updated January 4th, 2024

A New Hampshire standard residential lease agreement is a written contract establishing the rights and duties within a landlord-tenant relationship. It includes provisions such as the rent amount and due date, security deposit and fee requirements, and options for terminating the lease. This fixed-term lease is usually drafted with a one-year term, though it can be for any period of time.

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Required Disclosures (3)

  1. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (PDF) – Landlords must disclose the possibility of lead-based paint exposure when renting property built prior to 1978.[1]
  2. Repair Notice (PDF) – Tenants must be informed that if they wish to deliver a list of property defects to the landlord, it must be done within five days of moving in.[2]
  3. Security Deposit Receipt – If a tenant paid a security deposit in a manner other than a check, they must be given a receipt before their occupancy.[3]

Security Deposits

  • Maximum Amount ($)  – One month’s rent or $100, whichever is greater.[4]
  • Returning to Tenant – 30 days.[5]

Rent Grace Period

New Hampshire’s statutes do not mention any rent grace periods.

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