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

Security deposit may not exceed three months' rent. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.242) The deposit must be accounted for within 30 days after the tenancy ends (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.242).

Is there a limit on late fees in Nevada?

A late fee may not exceed 5% of the monthly rent. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.210)

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

Landlord must give at least 24 hours' notice before entering, except in an emergency. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.330)

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

Either party must give at least 30 days' written notice to end a month-to-month tenancy. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.251)

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

Tenant has 7 judicial days to pay rent or vacate before the landlord may proceed with summary eviction. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.253) The case is filed as a summary eviction in Justice 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 Nevada?

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 Nevada with the statutory citations printed in it.

Nevada Residential Lease Agreement

A lease that works in the State of Nevada has to respect Nevada landlord-tenant law: a security deposit capped at three months' rent, accounted for within 30 days of move-out, and late fees limited to 5% of the rent. Below is every number that governs a Nevada tenancy, with the statute it comes from.

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Nevada rental law at a glance

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

Nevada landlord-tenant rules with statutory citations
Rule	Nevada	Citation
Security deposit limit	three months' rentSecurity deposit may not exceed three months' rent.	Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.242
Deposit return deadline	30 daysLandlord must return the deposit or an itemized accounting within 30 days after the tenancy ends.	Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.242
Interest on deposits	Not requiredNevada does not require interest on security deposits.	Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.242
Late fee limit	5% of the rentA late fee may not exceed 5% of the monthly rent.	Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.210
Grace period before rent is late	No statutory grace periodNevada sets no statutory grace period, but a late fee may not be imposed until rent is past due.	Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.210
Notice to pay or quit	7 daysTenant has 7 judicial days to pay rent or vacate before the landlord may proceed with summary eviction.	Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.253
Time to cure a lease violation	5 daysTenant generally has 5 days to remedy a curable lease violation.	Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.2516
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.	Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.251
Notice before landlord entry	24 hoursLandlord must give at least 24 hours' notice before entering, except in an emergency.	Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.330

Disclosures a Nevada 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 Nevada

Where eviction is filed

Justice Court, as a summary eviction.

Governing law

Cited from the Nevada 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.

Nevada lease questions, answered

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Nevada?: Security deposit may not exceed three months' rent. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.242) The deposit must be accounted for within 30 days after the tenancy ends (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.242).
Is there a limit on late fees in Nevada?: A late fee may not exceed 5% of the monthly rent. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.210)
How much notice must a landlord give before entering a rental in Nevada?: Landlord must give at least 24 hours' notice before entering, except in an emergency. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.330)
How do you end a month-to-month tenancy in Nevada?: Either party must give at least 30 days' written notice to end a month-to-month tenancy. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.251)
What happens if a tenant does not pay rent in Nevada?: Tenant has 7 judicial days to pay rent or vacate before the landlord may proceed with summary eviction. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.253) The case is filed as a summary eviction in Justice 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 Nevada?: 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 Nevada with the statutory citations printed in it.

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Lease laws in other states

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