Rental Application – Landlords can request a rental application before signing the lease agreement to verify the potential tenant’s background, finances, and rental history.
Required Disclosure Forms (4)
- Landlord/Property Manager Contact Information (§ 83.50): Tenants must receive the names and addresses of the landlord or their authorized representative.
- Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form (EPA/HUD Fact Sheet): If the property was built before 1978, landlords must provide a lead-based paint disclosure.
- Radon Disclosure (§ 404.056(5)): Tenants must be informed about radon gas risks.
- Security Deposit (§ 83.49(2)): Landlords with five or more units must disclose the deposit’s location, if it earns interest, and the account details.
Florida Month-to-Month Lease Laws
Termination Notices
General | Either party can end a month-to-month lease with a 30-day notice.[1] |
Miami-Dade County | Landlords must give 60 days’ notice for termination.[2] |
Royal Palm Beach | A 60-day notice is required to terminate.[3] |
Rent Increase Notices
General | Landlords must give 30 days’ notice before increasing rent.[4] |
Miami-Dade County | A 60-day notice is needed for rent increases over 5%.[5] |
Royal Palm Beach | A 60-day notice is also required for increases over 5%.[6] |