Nevada · Step-by-step guide
How to sign a compliant Nevada lease.
A practical walkthrough of the six things a Nevada landlord must get right, in order, before and after signing.
Start My Nevada Lease →1. Confirm the deposit cap
3 months' rent. Statutory cite: NRS § 118A.242.
2. Set late-fee terms correctly
Capped at 5% of monthly rent (NRS 118A.210) Landlords generally must allow a 3-day grace period before assessing it.
3. Plan entry notice
Give at least 24 hours' notice before entering the unit outside an emergency.
4. Give correct termination notice
30 days (month-to-month) for a month-to-month tenancy.
5. Attach every required disclosure
Lead-based paint, Nuisance/eviction notice summary, Foreclosure (if pending), Move-in inspection.
6. Return the deposit on time
30 days. Statutory cite: NRS § 118A.242.
Nevada guide FAQs
- What order should a Nevada landlord follow before signing a lease?
- Confirm the deposit cap, set a compliant late fee, plan entry-notice language, set the correct termination notice, attach every required disclosure, and confirm the deposit-return timeline — in that order.
- Where can I find the full list of Nevada required disclosures?
- See the full disclosure list on the Nevada state page, or browse disclosure requirements by topic across all states.