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North Dakota landlord-tenant law

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Quick facts

TopicAt a glance
Security deposit limitNo more than one month's rent (up to two months in specified cases); a separate pet deposit is also allowed, with its own cap.
Deposit return deadlineReturn with a written notice within 30 days after the lease ends and the tenant delivers possession.
Notice to enterNot yet verified
Rent increase noticeNot yet verified
Late feesNot yet verified
Eviction notice (nonpayment)Not yet verified
Rent control / state preemptionNot yet verified

Details & sources

Security deposit limit

No more than one month's rent (up to two months in specified cases); a separate pet deposit is also allowed, with its own cap.

Verified Source: N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.1 · last checked 2026-10-15

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Deposit return deadline

Return with a written notice within 30 days after the lease ends and the tenant delivers possession.

Verified Source: N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.1 · last checked 2026-10-15

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Notice to enter

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Rent increase notice

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Late fees

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Eviction notice (nonpayment)

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Rent control / state preemption

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