Wisconsin Lease Agreement PDF
Wisconsin at a glance: Security Deposit Limit: No statutory cap · Deposit Return Deadline: 21 days after move-out · Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month: 28 days
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Lease Agreements in Wisconsin
Wisconsin landlord-tenant law is governed by Wis. Stat. § 704. Wisconsin has no cap on security deposits, which must be returned within 21 days of move-out. Wisconsin state law preempts local rent control ordinances.
The eviction process begins with a 5-day pay-or-quit notice for non-payment. Wisconsin requires landlords to provide detailed move-in/move-out inspection reports and withold deposits only for documented damages.
Wisconsin Lease Agreement — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Wisconsin Rule |
|---|---|
| Security Deposit Limit | No statutory cap |
| Deposit Return Deadline | 21 days after move-out |
| Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month | 28 days |
| Eviction Notice (Non-Payment) | 5-Day Notice |
| Rent Control | Prohibited by state law |
| Governing Law | Wis. Stat. § 704 |
Wisconsin Legal Requirements
- Security deposits must be returned within 21 days with itemized deductions.
- Landlords must provide a move-in checklist and document existing damages.
- Lead paint disclosure required for pre-1978 properties.
- 12 hours' advance notice required before landlord entry for non-emergency purposes.
- Wisconsin Admin. Code ATCP 134 provides additional tenant protections including prohibited lease clauses.
Wisconsin Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Wisconsin legal resources or your state legislature's official website.