New Hampshire Lease Agreement PDF
New Hampshire at a glance: Security Deposit Limit: 1 month's rent or $100 (whichever is greater) · Deposit Return Deadline: 30 days after move-out · Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month: 30 days
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Lease Agreements in New Hampshire
New Hampshire landlord-tenant law is governed by N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 540. New Hampshire caps security deposits at one month's rent (or $100, whichever is greater) and requires them returned within 30 days.
New Hampshire has no rent control. The eviction process begins with a 30-day notice in most cases. New Hampshire courts are considered moderately fast for eviction proceedings.
New Hampshire Lease Agreement — Quick Reference
| Requirement | New Hampshire Rule |
|---|---|
| Security Deposit Limit | 1 month's rent or $100 (whichever is greater) |
| Deposit Return Deadline | 30 days after move-out |
| Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month | 30 days |
| Eviction Notice (Non-Payment) | 7-Day Notice to Quit |
| Rent Control | None |
| Governing Law | N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 540 |
New Hampshire Legal Requirements
- Security deposit capped at 1 month's rent or $100 (whichever is greater).
- Deposits must be returned within 30 days with itemized deductions.
- Lead paint disclosure required for pre-1978 properties.
- Landlords must maintain the property in a safe and habitable condition.
New Hampshire Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's New Hampshire legal resources or your state legislature's official website.