Nebraska Standard Residential Lease Agreement

A Nebraska standard residential lease agreement is a document by which a landlord can legally rent their property to a tenant for a one-year term. This binding contract covers essential information such as the rent due dates, security deposit amount, pet policy, utilities, and property rules. This document must be signed for and complied with by both parties.

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Last updated May 10th, 2024

A Nebraska standard residential lease agreement is a document by which a landlord can legally rent their property to a tenant for a one-year term. This binding contract covers essential information such as the rent due dates, security deposit amount, pet policy, utilities, and property rules. This document must be signed for and complied with by both parties.

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Disclosures (2)

Landlord Identification – The tenant must know the property manager or landlord’s name and address. (§ 76-1417(1))

Lead-Based Paint Disclosure – Per federal law, for any building constructed before 1978, the landlord shall provide a lead paint disclosure. (EPA/HUD Fact Sheet)

Rent Grace Period

There is no rent grace period established in Nebraska. The tenant must pay rent at the time agreed to in the lease agreement. (§ 76-1414(3))

Security Deposit

Maximum Amount – One month’s rent is the most a landlord may charge for a security deposit in Nebraska. (§ 76-1416(1))

Returning – The landlord must return the security deposit to the tenant within 14 days of the end of the lease. (§ 76-1416(2))

  • Deductions – The landlord must provide a written list of deductions with the security deposit within 14 days of the lease termination. (§ 76-1416(2))
  • Tenant Doesn’t Forward New Address – If the tenant does not claim the security deposit within one year, they forfeit the amount. (§ 76-1416(2))