What disclosures are required in a Delaware lease?

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978). A copy of the official summary of the Delaware Residential Landlord-Tenant Code must be given to the tenant; failing to provide it bars the landlord from relying on Code provisions the tenant was unaware of (25 Del. C. §5118). Confirm current requirements with Delaware's landlord-tenant law.

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Delaware?

1 month's rent for leases of 1 year or more; any excess must be returned after the first year. A separate pet deposit is allowed (25 Del. C. §5514). The deposit must be returned within: Within 20 days of termination (25 Del. C. §5514).

How much notice to end a month-to-month lease in Delaware?

60 days for a month-to-month tenancy, and 60 days' written notice to raise rent or change terms (25 Del. C. §5106/§5107).

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Delaware Residential Lease Agreement

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Delaware lease rules at a glance

Security deposit limit: 1 month's rent for leases of 1 year or more; any excess must be returned after the first year. A separate pet deposit is allowed (25 Del. C. §5514).
Deposit return window: Within 20 days of termination (25 Del. C. §5514).
Notice (month-to-month): 60 days for a month-to-month tenancy, and 60 days' written notice to raise rent or change terms (25 Del. C. §5106/§5107).
Rent control: No statewide rent control.

Required disclosures in Delaware

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978).
A copy of the official summary of the Delaware Residential Landlord-Tenant Code must be given to the tenant; failing to provide it bars the landlord from relying on Code provisions the tenant was unaware of (25 Del. C. §5118).

State

Lease type

Landlord name

Landlord address (optional)

Tenant name(s)

Property address

Start date

End date

Monthly rent

Rent due day

Security deposit

Late fee (optional)

Utilities (who pays)

Pets allowed

Delaware required disclosures

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978).
A copy of the official summary of the Delaware Residential Landlord-Tenant Code must be given to the tenant; failing to provide it bars the landlord from relying on Code provisions the tenant was unaware of (25 Del. C. §5118).

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Starting template, not legal advice. Lease law varies by state and changes — have an attorney review before you sign.

Frequently Asked Questions

What disclosures are required in a Delaware lease?: Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978). A copy of the official summary of the Delaware Residential Landlord-Tenant Code must be given to the tenant; failing to provide it bars the landlord from relying on Code provisions the tenant was unaware of (25 Del. C. §5118). Confirm current requirements with Delaware's landlord-tenant law.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Delaware?: 1 month's rent for leases of 1 year or more; any excess must be returned after the first year. A separate pet deposit is allowed (25 Del. C. §5514). The deposit must be returned within: Within 20 days of termination (25 Del. C. §5514).
How much notice to end a month-to-month lease in Delaware?: 60 days for a month-to-month tenancy, and 60 days' written notice to raise rent or change terms (25 Del. C. §5106/§5107).

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This template is a starting point for residential leases in Delaware, USA. It is not legal advice. Lease law varies by state and changes — confirm requirements with Delaware and have an attorney review it before signing.