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Landlord & Tenant Laws in North Dakota.

North Dakota landlord-tenant law includes statewide rules governing residential security deposits, deposit caps in many tenancies, the deadline for returning the deposit after a tenancy ends, and written itemization of deductions.

Last verified: 2026-04-07

State law

Filing Requirements

Move-Out AccountingN.D. Cent. Code § 47-16-07.1

A tenant should preserve move-out records and a forwarding address because North Dakota requires a prompt written accounting of any claimed deductions after the tenancy ends.

State law

Key North Dakota Statutes

Security Deposit Return and Itemized StatementN.D. Cent. Code § 47-16-07.1

In North Dakota, a landlord generally must return the security deposit within 30 days after termination of the tenancy and delivery of possession, together with an itemized statement of any lawful deductions.

Deposit Cap and Additional Pet Deposit RuleN.D. Cent. Code § 47-16-07.1

North Dakota generally limits the security deposit to one month’s rent, but landlords may charge an additional pet deposit, subject to statutory limits and exceptions.

State law

Official Sources

North Dakota Century Code — Landlord and TenantNorth Dakota Courts — Small Claims

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This page summarizes publicly available statutes and rules for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, and no attorney-client relationship is created by viewing this content. Laws change — always verify with the primary source or consult a licensed attorney in North Dakota.

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