North Dakota · Step-by-step guide
How to sign a compliant North Dakota lease.
A practical walkthrough of the six things a North Dakota landlord must get right, in order, before and after signing.
Start My North Dakota Lease →1. Confirm the deposit cap
1 month's rent (or 2 for pets/felony). Statutory cite: N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.1.
2. Set late-fee terms correctly
Must be in lease
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.
6. Return the deposit on time
30 days. Statutory cite: N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.1.
North Dakota guide FAQs
- What order should a North Dakota 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 North Dakota required disclosures?
- See the full disclosure list on the North Dakota state page, or browse disclosure requirements by topic across all states.