What disclosures are required in a Rhode Island lease?

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978). Lead “Tenant's Right to Know” form and a lead conformance/mitigation certificate for pre-1978 housing (RI Lead Hazard Mitigation Act). Confirm current requirements with Rhode Island's landlord-tenant law.

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Rhode Island?

1 month's rent (RIGL §34-18-19). The deposit must be returned within: Within 20 days after the later of termination, delivery of possession, or the tenant's forwarding address (RIGL §34-18-19).

How much notice to end a month-to-month lease in Rhode Island?

30 days for a month-to-month tenancy; a rent increase requires 30 days' notice — 60 days if the tenant is 62 or older (RIGL §34-18-16.1).

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Rhode Island Residential Lease Agreement

Create a residential lease built for Rhode Island, including the disclosures the state requires. Fixed-term or month-to-month, free PDF download, no signup.

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Rhode Island lease rules at a glance

Security deposit limit: 1 month's rent (RIGL §34-18-19).
Deposit return window: Within 20 days after the later of termination, delivery of possession, or the tenant's forwarding address (RIGL §34-18-19).
Notice (month-to-month): 30 days for a month-to-month tenancy; a rent increase requires 30 days' notice — 60 days if the tenant is 62 or older (RIGL §34-18-16.1).
Rent control: No statewide rent control.

Required disclosures in Rhode Island

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978).
Lead “Tenant's Right to Know” form and a lead conformance/mitigation certificate for pre-1978 housing (RI Lead Hazard Mitigation Act).

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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

Rhode Island required disclosures

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978).
Lead “Tenant's Right to Know” form and a lead conformance/mitigation certificate for pre-1978 housing (RI Lead Hazard Mitigation Act).

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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 Rhode Island lease?: Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978). Lead “Tenant's Right to Know” form and a lead conformance/mitigation certificate for pre-1978 housing (RI Lead Hazard Mitigation Act). Confirm current requirements with Rhode Island's landlord-tenant law.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Rhode Island?: 1 month's rent (RIGL §34-18-19). The deposit must be returned within: Within 20 days after the later of termination, delivery of possession, or the tenant's forwarding address (RIGL §34-18-19).
How much notice to end a month-to-month lease in Rhode Island?: 30 days for a month-to-month tenancy; a rent increase requires 30 days' notice — 60 days if the tenant is 62 or older (RIGL §34-18-16.1).

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