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Delaware Landlord-Tenant Laws

A summary of Delaware rules for security deposits, entry notice, late fees, rent increases, and required disclosures.

This is a general summary for informational purposes, not legal advice. Laws change and local ordinances can add requirements beyond state law — verify current rules with your state's official statutes or an attorney before relying on this for an actual tenancy.

Security deposit limit1 month rent for leases 1 year or more; different rules for furnished/month-to-month/pets
Interest on deposit requiredNo statewide interest to tenant for ordinary deposits
Deposit return deadline20 Days days
Entry notice required48 Hours
Late fee limitUp to 5% of monthly rent; generally after 5 days
Late fee grace period5
Rent increase notice60
Eviction notice period5

Required disclosures in Delaware

  • • Federal lead-based paint
  • • summary of landlord-tenant code may be required
  • • owner/agent disclosures

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