Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act

Question 1

Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act | Purpose

Answer 1

• Balance landlord and tenant rights
• Standardize leases
• Have uniform eviction procedures
• Protect tenant
• Serve as model for state legislation

Question 2

Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act | Leases

Answer 2

• Clear lease terms
• Fair market rent
• Cannot waive rights

Question 3

Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act | Deposits

Answer 3

• Limits on amounts
• Tenant’s right to interest
• Rules and deadlines for returning

Question 4

Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act | Landlord Obligations

Answer 4

• Bargain in good faith
• Provide maintenance and repairs
• Comply with building codes
• Provide safety and access
• Procedure for delivery of notices

Question 5

Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act | Tenant Obligations

Answer 5

• Maintain condition
• Abide by rules and regulations
• No damage or abuse
• Abide by approved uses
• No disturbance of other tenants