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Rental Application – A rental application is a form landlords use to check if someone is a good fit by checking info, such as job references, income, and rental history, and also check background or credit.
Landlord/Tenant Regulations
Alabama residential lease agreements are regulated by the Alabama Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (AURLTA) under Title 35, Chapter 9A of the Alabama Code. [1]
Alabama Residential Lease Requirements
In-writing – Leases that are longer than one (1) year must be in writing. [2]
Required Disclosure Forms Landlord must give to Tenants (3)
- Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form and EPA Brochure – Landlords must provide a disclosure form and EPA brochure for properties built before 1978.
- Landlord Information – The lease must include the landlord’s name and mailing address for tenant notices.
- Absence Notification – If tenants need to notify the landlord of absences longer than 14 days, it must be stated in the lease.