Wisconsin Standard Residential Lease Agreement

A Wisconsin standard residential lease agreement is a one-year lease between a landlord and tenant for the use of property. The lease outlines both parties’ duties and states the term length, security and rent amount, rules, and regulations. Both the tenant and landlord are responsible for following the terms, and both must sign this legal document.

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Last updated May 10th, 2024

A Wisconsin standard residential lease agreement is a one-year lease between a landlord and tenant for the use of property. The lease outlines both parties’ duties and states the term length, security and rent amount, rules, and regulations. Both the tenant and landlord are responsible for following the terms, and both must sign this legal document.

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Disclosures

Landlord Identification – The landlord must identify the property manager or owner’s name and address to the tenant at or prior to the signing of the lease. (§ 134.04(1))

Lead-Based Paint Disclosure – This disclosure must be given to any renter at the start of a lease if the property being rented was constructed before 1978. (24 CFR 35.92)

Move-In Checklist – Before the tenant begins the lease, they may be allowed to view the property and inspect it to make sure there are no damages. If there are, they may present a list to the landlord before moving in. (§ 134.06(1)(a))

Notice of Domestic Abuse Addendum – If the renter is a victim of stalking, violence, abuse, or assault, then they may receive certain protections, which must be signed for in the lease agreement. (§ 704.14)

Security Deposit Receipt – A security deposit receipt must be given to any tenant who pays their security deposit with cash. (§ 134.03(2)(b))

Utility Charges – The tenant must be aware of whether the utilities are included in the rent or not. If essential utilities are not included or metered, then the tenant must be informed of how the charges will be divided between units and tenants. (§ 134.04(3))

Rent Grace Period

There is no grace period for paying rent late in the state of Wisconsin.

Security Deposit

Maximum Amount – There is no maximum security deposit amount a landlord may charge a renter.

Returning – The security deposit funds must be returned to the tenant within 21 days of the lease end. (§ 134.06(2))

  • Deductions – A list must be presented to the tenant if any deductions are made from the security deposit. (§ 134.06(4)(a))