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

Security deposit may not exceed one month's rent, plus up to one-quarter month's rent as a pet deposit. (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416) The deposit must be accounted for within 14 days after the tenancy ends (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416).

Is there a limit on late fees in Nebraska?

Nebraska 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 Nebraska?

Landlord must give at least one day's notice before entering, except in an emergency. (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1423)

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

Either party must give at least 30 days' written notice to end a month-to-month tenancy. (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1437)

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

Tenant has 7 days to pay rent or vacate before the landlord may file for possession. (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1431) The case is filed as a forcible entry and detainer in County or District 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 Nebraska?

A written lease is not always legally required, but it is what makes the terms enforceable and provable. Nebraska tenancies are governed by the Nebraska Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, and a written lease is the practical way to document rent, deposits, and each party's obligations. Landy builds a lease specific to Nebraska with the statutory citations printed in it.

Nebraska Residential Lease Agreement

A lease that works in the State of Nebraska has to respect the Nebraska Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act: a security deposit capped at one month's rent, accounted for within 14 days of move-out, and no statutory ceiling on late fees. Below is every number that governs a Nebraska tenancy, with the statute it comes from.

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Nebraska rental law at a glance

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

Nebraska landlord-tenant rules with statutory citations
Rule	Nebraska	Citation
Security deposit limit	one month's rentSecurity deposit may not exceed one month's rent, plus up to one-quarter month's rent as a pet deposit.	Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416
Deposit return deadline	14 daysLandlord must return the deposit or an itemized accounting within 14 days after demand and delivery of possession.	Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416
Interest on deposits	Not requiredNebraska does not require interest on security deposits.	Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416
Late fee limit	No statutory limitNebraska 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 periodNebraska sets no statutory grace period for rent.	No statute on point
Notice to pay or quit	7 daysTenant has 7 days to pay rent or vacate before the landlord may file for possession.	Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1431
Time to cure a lease violation	14 daysTenant generally has 14 days to remedy a curable lease violation, with termination 30 days after notice.	Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1431
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.	Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1437
Notice before landlord entry	24 hoursLandlord must give at least one day's notice before entering, except in an emergency.	Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1423

Disclosures a Nebraska 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 Nebraska

Where eviction is filed

County or District Court, as a forcible entry and detainer.

Governing law

Nebraska Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, cited from the Nebraska Revised Statutes.

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.

Nebraska lease questions, answered

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Nebraska?: Security deposit may not exceed one month's rent, plus up to one-quarter month's rent as a pet deposit. (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416) The deposit must be accounted for within 14 days after the tenancy ends (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416).
Is there a limit on late fees in Nebraska?: Nebraska 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 Nebraska?: Landlord must give at least one day's notice before entering, except in an emergency. (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1423)
How do you end a month-to-month tenancy in Nebraska?: Either party must give at least 30 days' written notice to end a month-to-month tenancy. (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1437)
What happens if a tenant does not pay rent in Nebraska?: Tenant has 7 days to pay rent or vacate before the landlord may file for possession. (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1431) The case is filed as a forcible entry and detainer in County or District 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 Nebraska?: A written lease is not always legally required, but it is what makes the terms enforceable and provable. Nebraska tenancies are governed by the Nebraska Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, and a written lease is the practical way to document rent, deposits, and each party's obligations. Landy builds a lease specific to Nebraska with the statutory citations printed in it.

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Lease laws in other states

This page summarizes Nebraska 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 Nebraska attorney review your lease before you rely on it.