Georgia Lease Agreement PDF
Georgia at a glance: Security Deposit Limit: No statutory limit · Deposit Return Deadline: 30 days (or 1 month, whichever is less) · Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month: 60 days (landlord); 30 days (tenant)
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Lease Agreements in Georgia
Georgia landlord-tenant law is governed by the Georgia Landlord-Tenant Handbook and O.C.G.A. Title 44, Chapter 7. Georgia is considered one of the more landlord-friendly states in the country, with minimal restrictions on security deposits, no rent control, and a relatively fast eviction process.
Georgia has no statutory cap on security deposits, though deposits must be handled in a specific way — held in an escrow account or secured with a surety bond. Deposits must be returned within 30 days (or one month, whichever is less).
Georgia does not impose an implied warranty of habitability by statute, though courts have recognized habitability as a condition of tenancy. Landlords must generally maintain the property in a condition consistent with the lease terms.
Georgia Lease Agreement — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Georgia Rule |
|---|---|
| Security Deposit Limit | No statutory limit |
| Deposit Return Deadline | 30 days (or 1 month, whichever is less) |
| Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month | 60 days (landlord); 30 days (tenant) |
| Rent Control | None — prohibited by state law |
| Eviction Notice (Non-Payment) | Demand for possession (no specific day requirement) |
| Landlord Entry Notice | No statutory requirement |
| Governing Law | O.C.G.A. § 44-7 |
Georgia Legal Requirements
- Security deposits must be held in an escrow account or secured with a surety bond.
- Landlords must provide a written list of existing damages within 3 days of move-in (if a deposit is collected).
- Lead paint disclosure required for pre-1978 properties.
- Landlords must return the deposit within 30 days with an itemized deduction statement.
- Georgia law requires landlords to disclose the identity of the property owner or authorized agent.
Georgia Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Georgia legal resources or your state legislature's official website.