R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18
Free Rhode Island residential lease template.
Rhode Island caps the deposit at 1 month rent (R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18-19), returns within 20 days, and requires 2 days notice before entry. Nonpayment requires a 5-day demand.
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R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18-19
Deposit cap
1× rent; 20-day return; double damages for bad faith.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18-26
Notice to enter
2 days.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18-35
Nonpayment demand
5-day demand for payment.
Required disclosures in Rhode Island
- ·Rhode Island lead disclosure (§ 42-128.1)
- ·Owner/agent identification
- ·Federal lead-paint (pre-1978)
Quick reference for Rhode Island landlords
| Security deposit cap | 1× |
|---|---|
| Deposit return deadline | 20 days from move-out |
| Notice before entry | 2 days (§ 34-18-26) |
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