How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Indiana?

Indiana sets no statutory cap on the security deposit amount. The deposit must be accounted for within 45 days after the tenancy ends (Ind. Code § 32-31-3-12).

Is there a limit on late fees in Indiana?

Indiana sets no statutory late-fee cap; the fee must be stated in the lease.

How much notice must a landlord give before entering a rental in Indiana?

Indiana requires reasonable notice before entry rather than a fixed number of hours. That agreed period is 24 hours.

How do you end a month-to-month tenancy in Indiana?

Either party must give at least 30 days' written notice to end a month-to-month tenancy. (Ind. Code § 32-31-1-1)

What happens if a tenant does not pay rent in Indiana?

Tenant has 10 days to pay rent or vacate before the landlord may file for possession. (Ind. Code § 32-31-1-6) The case is filed as an action for possession in Superior or Circuit Court. A landlord may never change the locks or remove a tenant's belongings without a court order.

Does a residential lease have to be in writing in Indiana?

A written lease is not always legally required, but it is what makes the terms enforceable and provable. A written lease is the practical way to document rent, deposits, and each party's obligations. Landy builds a lease specific to Indiana with the statutory citations printed in it.

Indiana Residential Lease Agreement

A lease that works in the State of Indiana has to respect Indiana landlord-tenant law: no statutory ceiling on the security deposit, accounted for within 45 days of move-out, and no statutory ceiling on late fees. Below is every number that governs a Indiana tenancy, with the statute it comes from.

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Indiana rental law at a glance

Each row is the rule Landy applies when it builds a Indiana lease. The citation is printed in the finished document too, so a tenant can check it.

Indiana landlord-tenant rules with statutory citations
Rule	Indiana	Citation
Security deposit limit	No statutory limitIndiana sets no statutory cap on the security deposit amount.	No statute on point
Deposit return deadline	45 daysLandlord must return the deposit or an itemized list of deductions within 45 days after termination.	Ind. Code § 32-31-3-12
Interest on deposits	Not requiredIndiana does not require interest on security deposits.	Ind. Code § 32-31-3-12
Late fee limit	No statutory limitIndiana sets no statutory late-fee cap; the fee must be stated in the lease.	No statute on point
Grace period before rent is late	No statutory grace periodIndiana sets no statutory grace period for rent.	No statute on point
Notice to pay or quit	10 daysTenant has 10 days to pay rent or vacate before the landlord may file for possession.	Ind. Code § 32-31-1-6
Time to cure a lease violation	No fixed statutory periodIndiana requires notice to quit rather than a fixed statutory cure period for lease violations.	Ind. Code § 32-31-1-6
Ending a month-to-month tenancy	30 days' noticeEither party must give at least 30 days' written notice to end a month-to-month tenancy.	Ind. Code § 32-31-1-1
Notice before landlord entry	No statute — Landy's lease sets 24 hours by agreementIndiana requires reasonable notice before entry rather than a fixed number of hours.	Ind. Code § 32-31-5-6

Disclosures a Indiana lease must carry

Missing a required disclosure is the most common way an otherwise fine lease creates a problem. Landy adds these automatically, plus any that apply only to your specific property.

Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
Housing built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. Lead from paint, paint chips, and dust can pose health hazards if not managed properly. Lead exposure is especially harmful to young children and pregnant women. Before renting pre-1978 housing, landlords must disclose the presence of known lead-based paint and lead-based paint hazards in the dwelling, provide any available records and reports to the tenant, and give the tenant the EPA-approved pamphlet "Protect Your Family From Lead In Your Home." Tenant acknowledges receipt of this information by signing below.
42 U.S.C. § 4852d; 24 C.F.R. Part 35; 40 C.F.R. Part 745 · applies to housing built before 1978

If things go wrong in Indiana

Where eviction is filed

Superior or Circuit Court, as an action for possession.

Governing law

Cited from the Indiana Code.

Never self-help

Changing locks, removing belongings, or shutting off utilities to force a tenant out is unlawful. A court order is the only route.

Indiana lease questions, answered

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Indiana?: Indiana sets no statutory cap on the security deposit amount. The deposit must be accounted for within 45 days after the tenancy ends (Ind. Code § 32-31-3-12).
Is there a limit on late fees in Indiana?: Indiana sets no statutory late-fee cap; the fee must be stated in the lease.
How much notice must a landlord give before entering a rental in Indiana?: Indiana requires reasonable notice before entry rather than a fixed number of hours. That agreed period is 24 hours.
How do you end a month-to-month tenancy in Indiana?: Either party must give at least 30 days' written notice to end a month-to-month tenancy. (Ind. Code § 32-31-1-1)
What happens if a tenant does not pay rent in Indiana?: Tenant has 10 days to pay rent or vacate before the landlord may file for possession. (Ind. Code § 32-31-1-6) The case is filed as an action for possession in Superior or Circuit Court. A landlord may never change the locks or remove a tenant's belongings without a court order.
Does a residential lease have to be in writing in Indiana?: A written lease is not always legally required, but it is what makes the terms enforceable and provable. A written lease is the practical way to document rent, deposits, and each party's obligations. Landy builds a lease specific to Indiana with the statutory citations printed in it.

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Lease laws in other states

This page summarizes Indiana law for general information and is not legal advice. Landy is a self-help document service, not a law firm. Cities and counties may impose additional requirements, and statutes change. Have a licensed Indiana attorney review your lease before you rely on it.