Summary (Chapter 562A): Iowa law regulates the landlord-tenant relationship and includes the following:

• Property Maintenance – Landlords must maintain rental units to meet local health and safety standards, to make sure the property is safe and habitable.

Summary (Chapter 562A.12): Iowa law regulates how landlords handle security deposits:

• 30 Days – Landlords must return security deposits within 30 days after the tenant moves out.
• Itemized Deductions – Any deductions from the deposit must be itemized and provided to the tenant.

Summary (Chapter 562A.34): Iowa law outlines the conditions under which leases can be terminated:

• Landlord’s Right to Terminate
  • 3-day notice for non-payment of rent.
  • Reasonable time to fix other lease violations.
• Tenant’s Right to Terminate
  • 30-day notice for month-to-month leases.
  • Early termination in cases of domestic violence with proper documentation.

Summary (Chapter 562A.19): Iowa landlords must provide at least 24-hours’ notice before entering a rental property unless there is an emergency. In an emergency, landlords do not need to give notice to tenants.

Summary (§ 562A.9(3), § 562A.9(4): Iowa law does not specify a standard rent due date. Landlords can charge late fees if included in the lease agreement.

• Maximum Late Fee – Up to $12 per day or a total of $60 for monthly rent agreements. For monthly rent that is $700 or less, the maximum penalty amount is twelve dollars ($12) per day, with a monthly cap of sixty dollars ($60). If the monthly rent is more than $700, the maximum penalty amount is $20 per day, with a monthly limit of $100.
• NSF Fees – Landlords can charge $30 for returned checks due to insufficient funds.
• Grace Period – 3-day notice to quit.

Summary (Chapter 648): Landlords must give tenants proper notice before initiating eviction proceedings. Eviction cases must be filed in court if the tenant does not comply with the notice.

Summary: Landlords must maintain the rental property in a habitable condition. If repairs are not made in a reasonable timeframe, tenants may withhold rent or terminate the lease.

Summary: Tenants in Iowa have several rights, including:

• Right to Privacy – Landlords must respect tenant privacy and provide adequate notice before entering the rental unit.
• Right to a Safe Home – Tenants are entitled to live in a safe and habitable residence.
• Protection from Retaliation – Landlords cannot retaliate against tenants who report safety violations or code issues.

Summary: Iowa does not have any statewide rent control laws, allowing landlords to set rental prices based on the market.

Summary : Iowa landlords must provide the following disclosures to tenants:

• Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (hud.gov) – Required for properties built before 1978.
• Landlord/Manager Contact Information (§ 562A.15) – Mailing address and contact details for property management in order to send and receive notices.
• Shared Utilities Disclosure (§ 562A.13)
• Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation Liability Information System Disclosure (CERCLA) (EPA.gov)