Laws ⚖️
- Application Fee – No limit on the amount.
- Security Deposit Amount – Maximum of one (1) month’s rent.[1]
Residential Lease Agreement – The standard term is usually 12 months, but it can be any set duration. Download: PDF | Word (.docx) |
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Commercial Lease Agreement – Download: PDF | Word (.docx) |
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Month-to-Month Lease Agreement – Download: PDF | Word (.docx) |
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Rent to Own Lease Agreement – Download: PDF | Word (.docx) |
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Roommate Lease Agreement – Download: PDF | Word (.docx) |
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Sublease Agreement – Download: PDF | Word (.docx) |
This document includes the following laws between the landlord and tenant in South Dakota:
The South Dakota Residential Landlord and Tenant Act is a guide for landlords and tenants that addresses the following.
Landlords in South Dakota can require a security deposit and must return it within two weeks (14 days) after the tenant vacates, minus deductions for any damages.
Leases in South Dakota may be terminated by either party under the following rules:
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The purchase and sale agreement becomes legally binding when both parties sign the contract and the buyer gets the notice that the seller has accepted the deal. The buyer can get the notice in-person, by phone, and/or email.
https://simpleforms.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/South-Dakota-Residential-Real-Estate-Purchase-Agreement-1.pdf
The Principal must sign the POA document in front of a public notary.
Source: § 59-12-4
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)
Statutory Form: § 59-12-41
South Dakota POA Laws – Title 59, Chapter 12: Uniform Power of Attorney Act
https://simpleforms.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/south-dakota-durable-power-of-attorney.pdf
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A South Dakota Bill of Sale form for car is a legal document that shows proof of the transfer of ownership from one person to another. It includes details about the vehicle and the transaction, providing both parties involved with a record of the sale.
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The Motor Vehicle Division maintains your motor vehicle records and provides online services to access them. Renew your vehicle registration, purchase new license plates, opt-in for email renewal notifications, find out estimated renewal cost, report sale of a vehicle and print seller’s permit.
Renew vehicle registration online through MySDcars – Web Portal.
Rapid City Department of Revenue – DMV
Rapid City Bill of Sale – PDF Example
When buying or selling a used car in Sioux Falls, SD, remember the bill of sale form and give copies to all parties in the motor vehicle sale transaction.
South Dakota’s Motor Vehicle Division provides its bill of sale version online – Bill of Sale PDF
Buyer Title Application – Title PDF
County Treasurer – Local Offices
https://simpleforms.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/South-Dakota-Bill-of-Sale-1.pdf
An South Dakota lease agreement is used when renting rental property and it is a contract between the Landlord and Tenants in exchange for monthly rent payments.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Maximum – The maximum amount a Landlords can charge a Tenant is one months’ rent.
Returns – All deposits must be returned to the Tenant within fourteen (14) days.
Source: § 43-32-6.1
General Access – Landlords must provide a 24-hour notice before entering the premises as per state law.
Source: § 43-32-32
Grace Period – There are no laws governing grace periods in South Dakota.
Late Fees – There is no specific law that limits the amount of late fees Landlords can charge Tenants.
NSF Fee – $40 per bounced check.
Source: § 57A-3-421
https://simpleforms.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/South-Dakota-Simple-1-Page-Residential-Lease-Agreement.pdf
The advance directive form MUST be signed in front of two witnesses or a notary public in South Dakota.
Source: § 59-7-2.1
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The Commercial Lease Agreement becomes legally binding when both parties sign the contract and the buyer gets the notice that the seller has accepted the deal. The buyer can get the notice in-person, by phone, and/or email.
https://simpleforms.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/South-Dakota-Standard-Commercial-Lease-Agreement-1.pdf
In South Dakota DVM motor vehicle bill of sale records the sale of a vehicle or vessel within the state. This document contains important details about the buyer, seller, and vehicle or vessel, which are necessary for registration with the state.
Signing Requirements: Seller is the only person required to sign the document.
https://simpleforms.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/South-Dakota-Car-Motor-Vehicle-Bill-of-Sale-Form.pdf