Kentucky LandlordTenant Laws
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Landlords and property managers should know Kentucky LandlordTenant laws to manage their Kentucky rental property. This video covers everything you need to know about Kentucky lease laws and Kentucky Landlord Laws.

A standard, fixedterm Kentucky Rental Contract is usually for a oneyear (12month) period. Either party can terminate a monthtomonth Lease Agreement with 30 days' notice.

Landlord & Tenant Laws in Kentucky: Lease Requirements
Authorized Agent: Kentucky Leases must include the names of all authorized agents allowed on the property for maintenance or management.
Movein Checklist: Whenever a security deposit is collected, the Landlord must provide Tenants with a movein checklist documenting the condition of the property at movein. Tenants should verify and sign the movein checklist.
Security Deposit Receipt: Landlords also must provide Tenants with a security deposit receipt with the name of the financial institution where the deposit is being held and the account number of the account where the deposit is being held.
LeadBased Paint Disclosure & Pamphlet: For rental units built before 1978, Landlords must provide Tenants with a leadbased paint disclosure and pamphlet https://www.ezlandlordforms.com/docum....

Kentucky LandlordTenant Laws
Kentucky Security Deposit Regulations
There is no limit on the amount Landlords may charge for the security deposit, but it should be reasonable. Landlords must return the security deposit within 60 days of the end of the Tenancy.

Kentucky Landlord Entry Laws
Landlords must give at least two days' notice to enter the property for nonemergencies.

Kentucky Late Fee Requirements
Late fees must be discussed in the Lease Agreement and can’t exceed $20 or 20% of the rent due, whichever is greater.

Renters Insurance in Kentucky
Landlords may require Tenants to get renters insurance and can make failure to do so a breach of the Lease Agreement.

Kentucky Returned Check Fees
Returned payment fees must be stated in the Lease Agreement and can’t exceed $50.

Kentucky Increase in Rent Laws
Kentucky has no limits on rent increases. The Lease should discuss the procedure and notice requirements for increasing rent.

Landlord Laws in Kentucky Landlords’ Responsibilities
Kentucky Landlord Repair Laws
Landlords must follow all building and housing codes to provide safe rental units and make all necessary repairs to keep rentals in a habitable condition.

Tenants Rights Laws Kentucky
Landlords must respond to Tenants' requests and make necessary repairs within a reasonable time frame. If the Landlord fails to respond, Tenants have specific rights including the right to withhold rent or deduct and repair.

Evictions in Kentucky
If a Tenant fails to pay rent or violates the Lease Agreement, the Landlord may start the eviction process. In these situations, Landlords must strictly follow Kentucky law and can never resort to “selfhelp” eviction methods, such as changing locks or shutting off utilities.

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Disclaimer: This video is solely for education purposes. It is not intended to serve as legal advice. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any of this information.