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Required Disclosure Forms

  1. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form – If the property was built before 1978, landlords must notify tenants about potential lead-based paint potential hazards, with the lead-based paint disclosure form.
  2. Code Violations – Landlords must disclose to tenants if there are any outstanding code violations against the property.
  3. Landlord/Owner Identification – Landlords must share the names of property managers, property owners, and anyone authorized to receive legal notices.

Sample Rhode Island Residential Lease Agreement 

RHODE ISLAND RENTAL APPLICATION TEMPLATE 1 pdf Rhode Island Rental Application Form

💵 Rental Application Fees

As of January 1, 2024, Rhode Island law prohibits landlords, brokers, property managers, or designees from charging any rental application fee—including background checks, credit reports, screenings, or administrative fees. [1]

✅ Exceptions — Pass‑through Costs Only

Landlords may only charge applicants for the actual cost of an official state criminal background check or credit report if the applicant does *not* provide their own reports dated within 90 days. If the landlord charges for these costs, they must provide a copy of the report to the applicant. [1][2]

📜 Tenant Copy Requirement

If an applicant is charged for a background or credit report, the landlord is required to furnish the applicant with a copy of that report. [1]

💰 Security Deposit Limit

Under Rhode Island law, landlords may charge a security deposit **up to one (1) month’s rent** only. [3]

🚫 Unauthorized Fees & Scams

Despite the law, some landlords attempt to charge “application” or viewing fees. Tenants report:

“Application fees are pretty common, but that’s for once you’ve seen the place…and it’s now illegal for landlords to charge application fees.”

And:

“Landlords are now charging $35 background checks…Should not be passed on to tenants.”

If you encounter unexpected fees during the application process, this may violate state law — Rhode Island’s Attorney General has taken enforcement actions against noncompliant landlords.

Sample Rhode Island Rental Application Form

🔍 Legal References

  1. R.I. Gen. Laws § 34‑18‑59 (prohibiting application fees; allowing pass‑through costs with tenant-supplied 90‑day reports)
  2. Partridge Snow & Hahn summary (explaining effective date and exceptions)
  3. Tenant handbook interpretation (security deposit = 1 month’s rent)
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A Rhode Island DMV motor vehicle bill of sale is a form that is used during the sale and purchase of a car. It includes details about the vehicle, seller, and buyer. This form is necessary to register a car not bought from a dealer. In some cases, it needs to be notarized.

When selling a car in Rhode Island, the vehicle’s mileage must be listed in section E of the title change and registration application. However, there isn’t a specific odometer disclosure form.

Type of Sale

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Rhode Island Simple 1 Page Residential Lease Agreement 1 pdf Rhode Island 1-Page Residential Lease Agreement Templates

An Rhode Island lease agreement is used in rental property and it is a contract between a landlord and a tenant in exchange for monthly rent payments. The agreement also includes the terms and conditions of the lease.

Rental Application – Tenant(s) should complete this form before signing lease agreement. This application will confirm the Tenants credit and employment.

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Most Recent US Home Facts

  • Population (2023): 334,914,895
  • Median Households (2022): 125,736,353
  • Median Household Income (2022): $75,149
  • Owner-occupied Households (2022): 64.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau

What to Include in the Form?

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Required Disclosures (3)

Lead-Based Paint Disclosure

Code Violations

Landlord/Owner Identification

Security Deposits

Maximum – One (1) months rent is the maximum rent a landlord can charge a tenant.

Returns – Landlords must return all deposits to the Tenant within twenty (20) days of the lease end date.

Source: § 34-18-19(a)

Landlord Access

General Access – It is not mandatory for a landlord to provide prior notice before entering the premises as per state law although Landlords should give at least 24 hours notice to the Tenants.

Paying Rent

Grace Period – 15-day grace period in Rhode Island.

Late Fees – There is no specific law that limits the amount of late fees a landlord can charge.

NSF Fee – $25 per bounced check.

Source: § 6-42-3(b)(2)

 

Rhode Island 1-Page Lease Agreement Example

Sample

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RI-Residential-Lease-Agreement-Template

 Rhode Island Residential Lease Agreement Template – Used for renting a property for personal living purposes.

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RI-Commercial-Lease-Agreement-Template

 Rhode Island Commercial Lease Agreement – Used for business purposes/renting space for a company to operate its business activities (retail, office, industrial).

Download: PDF
 

Month-to-Month

 Rhode Island Month-to-Month Lease Agreement – Also referred to as a month-to-month or “at-will” lease, this rental agreement has no fixed end date and automatically renews each month.

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Rent-to-Own

 Rhode Island Rent-to-Own Lease Agreement – A lease that grants the tenant the option to buy the property before the lease term expires.

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 Rhode Island Room (Roommate) Lease Agreement – A contract between individuals sharing a rental property that outlines each roommate’s responsibilities, rent obligations, and shared living arrangements.

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Sublease-Agreement

 Rhode Island Sublease Agreement Template – This lease template allows a tenant to rent out all or part of their leased property to another person while remaining responsible to the landlord.

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What the Rhode Island Residential Lease Agreement Form Covers?

This agreement includes the following information for landlords and tenants in Rhode Island:

Rhode Island Landlord-Tenant Act

The Rhode Island Residential Landlord and Tenant Act governs landlord and tenant responsibilities, rental agreements, security deposits, eviction procedures, tenant rights, and required disclosures.[1]

Security Deposit Laws

  • Maximum Amount – Landlords can charge up to one month’s rent as a security deposit.
  • Return Timeline – Security deposits must be returned within 20 days after the lease ends, along with an itemized list of deductions (if any).[2]

Lease Termination Rules for Landlords and Tenants

Required notice for lease termination is as follows:
  • Yearly Lease: 30 days’ notice.
  • Month-to-Month: 30 days’ notice.
  • No Notice: If the rental unit poses immediate health or safety risks.[3]

Landlord’s Access to the Rental Property

Landlords must provide at least 48 hours’ notice before entering the property unless it’s an emergency.[4]

Rent Due Dates and Late Fees

  • Grace Period – No grace period is mandated by law; it must be specified in the lease.
  • Late Fees – Late fees are allowed but must be reasonable and outlined in the lease agreement.[5]

Eviction Procedures and Notices

  • Notice to Quit – 5 days for nonpayment of rent; 20 days for lease violations.
  • Eviction Lawsuit – Legal actions are initiated under “Summary Possession” in Rhode Island courts.[6]

Property Maintenance Requirements and Utilities

Landlords must make sure that the property is habitable and compliant with state health and safety codes. Utility responsibilities should be clearly outlined in the lease.[7]

Required Disclosure Forms

Landlords must disclose the following:
  1. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form – If the property was built before 1978, landlords must notify tenants about potential lead-based paint potential hazards, with the lead-based paint disclosure form.
  2. Code Violations – Landlords must disclose to tenants if there are any outstanding code violations against the property.
  3. Landlord/Owner Identification – Landlords must share the names of property managers, property owners, and anyone authorized to receive legal notices.

Tenant’s Right to Withhold Rent

Tenants can withhold rent if the property is uninhabitable. The tenant must notify the landlord and allow a reasonable time for repairs. If not resolved, tenants can repair the issue and deduct costs from rent.[8]

Sources

  1. housing.ri.gov
  2. § 34-18-19(b)
  3. § 34-18-37
  4. rilegislature.gov/
  5. § 34-18-35(a)
  6. § 34-18-32
  7. RISBC-6 Rhode Island Property Maintenance Code
  8. § 34-18-26

Sample Rhode Island Rental Lease Agreement Template

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What is the Definition of “Power of Attorney”?

Definition by the Uniform Power of Attorney Act:

“A “Power of attorney” is a document that gives an agent the authority to act on behalf of the principal.”

Source: § 102(7)

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Rhode Island Statutory POA Form

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