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Iowa Sublease Agreement

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Iowa at a glance: Landlord Consent: Required if specified in lease · Deposit Limit: 2 months' rent · Deposit Return: 30 days after subtenant vacates

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Overview

Sublease Agreements in Iowa

Iowa landlord-tenant law requires written landlord consent to sublease if the master lease contains a clause requiring it.
Key Facts

Iowa Sublease Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementIowa Rule
Landlord ConsentRequired if specified in lease
Deposit Limit2 months' rent
Deposit Return30 days after subtenant vacates
Legal Requirements

Iowa Legal Requirements

  • Security deposit cannot exceed 2 months' rent (Iowa Code § 562A.12).
Governing Laws

Iowa Governing Laws

Iowa Code § 562A.12
Security Deposits
Caps deposits and mandates 30-day refund.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Iowa legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

Iowa Sublease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deposit limit in Iowa?

Two months' rent.