N.D. Cent. Code Chapter 47-16
Free North Dakota residential lease template.
North Dakota caps deposits at 1 month rent (up to 2 months with a pet or certain history) under N.D. Cent. Code § 47-16-07.1, with a 30-day return and interest for tenancies of 9+ months. Nonpayment requires a 3-day notice.
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N.D. Cent. Code § 47-16-07.1
Deposit cap
1× rent (2× with pet); 30-day return + interest.
N.D. Cent. Code § 47-32-01
Nonpayment notice
3-day notice.
Required disclosures in North Dakota
- ·Owner/agent identification
- ·Federal lead-paint (pre-1978)
Quick reference for North Dakota landlords
| Security deposit cap | 1× (2× with pet) |
|---|---|
| Deposit return deadline | 30 days from move-out |
| Notice before entry | Reasonable notice (§ 47-16-07.3) |
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