Minnesota

Summary (Minnesota Statutes Chapter 504B): The Minnesota Landlord-Tenant Act outlines guidelines for landlords and tenants on Minnesota rental lease agreements, security deposits, landlord obligations, eviction procedures, and tenant rights.

Summary (§ 504B.178):

• 21 Days – The landlord must return the security deposit within 21 days after the lease ends.
• Itemized List – Deductions for repairs must be provided in an itemized list with the returned deposit.
• Interest – Minnesota requires landlords to pay interest on security deposits.

Summary (§ 504B.135): Minnesota law allows both parties to terminate a lease under specific conditions.

• Tenant’s Right to Terminate – Tenants may terminate the lease due to domestic violence, harassment, or if they are called for active duty military service.

Summary (§ 504B.211): Landlords must provide a 24-hour notice before entering the rental unit, except in emergencies.

Summary (§ 504B.145):

• Grace Period – Minnesota law does not require a grace period, but landlords can include one in the lease agreement.
• Late Fees – Late fees must be reasonable, with 8% of the rent amount being the maximum late fee amount landlords can charge tenants.

Summary (§ 504B.285): The landlord must follow Minnesota’s formal eviction process, starting with a written notice to the tenant.

Summary: The landlord is responsible for maintaining a safe and habitable environment. The shared utility costs should be disclosed to tenants in the written lease agreement.

Summary: Minnesota landlords must disclose the following information to tenants:

1. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure – Required for properties built before 1978 as per federal law.
2. Address for Notices (§ 504B.181) – Landlord’s mailing address for receiving tenant notices.
3. Covenant of Landlord and Tenant (§ 504B.171) – Not to allow illegal activities on the property.
4. Financial Distress (conditional) (§ 504B.151) – The landlord must be transparent with the tenant in the event of a foreclosure. The maximum amount of time tenants can rent a property that is being foreclosed on is two-months.
5. Outstanding Inspection (§ 504B.195) – The landlord must disclose a failed inspection to the tenant.
6. Disclosure of Fees (§ 504B.120) – The combined total of the rent and all  fees should be labeled as the “Total Monthly Payment” on the lease’s first page.
7. Option for Mote-in Inspection (conditional) – Landlords must inform tenants of their right to request a move-in inspection, either at the start of the lease or within 14 days.
8. Service/Support Animals– No extra fees or deposits for service or support animals.
9. Shared-Meter BuildingsLandlords must charge tenants based on actual submeter readings.