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

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

LandlordTenant Laws in Iowa: Lease Requirements
Landlord & Agent Identification: The Lease must include the name of any agents authorized to act on behalf of the Landlord. It also must provide an address for official notices.

Shared Utilities: Landlords must disclose any shared utilities and the rate for calculating each Tenant’s portion of the utility bill.

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....

Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation & Liability Information System (CERCLIS) Disclosure: If the property is included in the CERCLIS database, this must be disclosed to Tenants.

Landlord Laws in Iowa
Iowa Security Deposit Regulations
Landlords may charge up to two months’ rent for the security deposit. The deposit, along with a written list of any deductions, must be returned within 30 days of the end of the tenancy.

Iowa Landlord Entry Laws
Landlords must give at least 24 hours notice before entering the property for maintenance and other nonemergencies.

Iowa Late Fee Requirements
For monthly rent payments of $700 or less, the maximum late fee is $12 per day and not more than $60 per month. For monthly rent payments of more than $700, the maximum late fee is $20 per day and no more than $100 per month.

Renters Insurance in Iowa
Landlords may require Tenants to get renters insurance.

Iowa Returned Check Fees
In Iowa, Landlords can charge up to $30 for a returned payment fee as long as the fee is included in the Lease Agreement or posted conspicuously.

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


Iowa TenantLandlord Laws Landlords’ Responsibilities
Iowa Landlord Repair Laws
Landlords must follow all building and housing codes and make repairs needed to keep rental units in a fit and livable condition. Tenants should promptly notify Landlords of any needed repairs.

Tenants Rights Laws Iowa
If the Landlord fails to respond to Tenants’ requests, Tenants have specific rights including the right to make repairs and deduct that cost from rent, terminate the Lease, or withhold rent.

Evictions in Iowa
If a Tenant fails to pay rent or violates the Lease Agreement, the Landlord may start the eviction process. Landlords must strictly follow Iowa law and can never resort to “selfhelp” eviction methods like 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.