{"id":26406,"date":"2021-06-20T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-20T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/devturbotenant.wpenginepowered.com\/?post_type=state&#038;p=26406"},"modified":"2026-01-12T10:11:16","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T17:11:16","slug":"laws-8","status":"publish","type":"state","link":"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/rental-lease-agreement\/delaware\/laws\/","title":{"rendered":"Delaware Landlord-Tenant Law"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"flex-content-main\">\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text default\">\n<p>Delaware is one of the top states for property investors to purchase rental units because there is no property tax. The fair cost of living and location is a big draw for those looking to relocate, which means finding a tenant is easier than in other states.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/josefina-lacroze-8DtQ07hKhFM-unsplash-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"delaware-landscape\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Laws that impact the rental market, landlords, and tenants are constantly being decided in states. Make sure you know what\u2019s on your ballot \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/elections.delaware.gov\/\">find Delaware voting information<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"cta_69652b340b71b\" class=\"cta-container\">\n<div class=\"cta-content default-content\">\n<div class=\"cta-heading\">Streamline Your Rental Property Management<\/div>\n<div class=\"cta-text\">\n<p>Marketing. Applications. Leases. Payments.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\t<a class=\"cta-link btnhov\" href=\"https:\/\/rental.turbotenant.com\/auth\/signup\">Get Started Today<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"cta-content landlord-content\" style=\"display:none;\">\n<div class=\"cta-heading\">Streamline Your Rental Property Management<\/div>\n<div class=\"cta-text\">\n<p>Marketing. Applications. Leases. Payments.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\t<a class=\"cta-link btnhov\" href=\"https:\/\/rental.turbotenant.com\/auth\/signup\">Get Started Today<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script>\n\tdocument.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {\n\t\tvar ctaContainer = document.getElementById('cta_69652b340b71b');\n\t\tvar defaultContent = ctaContainer.querySelector('.default-content');\n\t\tvar landlordContent = ctaContainer.querySelector('.landlord-content');<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\/\/ Check the 'alreadyMember' cookie\n\t\tvar isLandlord = document.cookie.split('; ').find(row => row.startsWith('alreadyMember='))?.split('=')[1] === 'true';<\/p>\n<p>\t\tif (isLandlord) {\n\t\t\tdefaultContent.style.display = 'none';\n\t\t\tlandlordContent.style.display = 'flex';\n\t\t} else {\n\t\t\tdefaultContent.style.display = 'flex';\n\t\t\tlandlordContent.style.display = 'none';\n\t\t}\n\t});\n<\/script><\/p>\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text default\">\n<h2><strong>Delaware Renters&#8217; Rights and Landlord Responsibilities<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Have <strong>20 days<\/strong> to return security deposit<\/li>\n<li><strong>No notice<\/strong> required before raising rent<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>60-day<\/strong> notice required before entering the property<\/li>\n<li>Required to make repairs within <strong>12 days<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/01-notice-for-tenants-on-property-2-1024x462-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"462\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/rental-lease-agreement\/delaware\/\">Delaware lease agreements<\/a> and rental laws, there are a few specifics landlords need to know:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Security Deposit \u2013<\/strong> Delaware limits the amount a landlord may charge for the security deposit to the equivalent of one month\u2019s rent. Landlords must return the deposit within 20 days of the tenant moving out.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Raising Rent \u2013<\/strong> Landlords in Delaware may increase the rent to any amount for any reason with a 60-day notice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Notice of Entry \u2013<\/strong> Delaware requires a 48-hour notice from the landlord before entering the unit or property.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Repairs \u2013<\/strong> It is the landlord\u2019s responsibility to keep the rental in safe and healthy living conditions. Landlords must make repairs within 12 days after being notified by the tenant. If the landlord fails to make these repairs, the tenant may withhold up to two-thirds rent, or pay for the repairs and deduct the cost from their next rent payment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><strong>Delaware Landlords&#8217; Rights and Tenant Responsibilities<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Required to issue a <strong>five-day<\/strong> notice before filing for eviction<\/li>\n<li>Must give a <strong>60-day<\/strong> notice before terminating a lease<\/li>\n<li>Tenants must keep the unit in <strong>safe and habitable<\/strong> condition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/02-housing-code-neighbors-tenants-1-1024x462-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"462\" \/><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Overdue Rent \u2013<\/strong> If a tenant fails to pay rent on time, the landlord must issue a notice that gives the tenant five days to pay. If the tenant still doesn\u2019t pay, the landlord may file for eviction.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Terminating a Lease \u2013<\/strong> If a tenant needs to terminate a month-to-month lease, they must give the landlord a 60-day notice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tenant Responsibilities \u2013<\/strong> Tenants are required to keep the property clean and not disturb neighbors.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><strong>Rental Application Fee<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Delaware landlords can charge an application fee not to exceed the greater of 10% of monthly rent for the unit or $50.00.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Criminal Background Check<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>HUD (Federal) laws do not classify criminal backgrounds as a protected class, but making a decision to rent based off a criminal background alone could lead to a discrimination charge as it impacts certain protected groups of people disproportionately.<\/li>\n<li>However, if the criminal background check revealed a crime for the manufacture and distribution of drugs, homicide and\/or stalking, denying the application is allowed.<\/li>\n<li>Landlords should have a consistent and equal policy or procedure in place to follow regarding criminal background checks so as not to discriminate against one class of people over another.<\/li>\n<li>HUD states that a landlord cannot ask about arrest records, only convictions, as innocent people are commonly arrested though the situation may not have resulted in a conviction.<\/li>\n<li>Some municipalities may have written their own laws expanding onto what you can and cannot ask regarding criminal backgrounds during the tenant screening process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Repairs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Delaware landlords have 15 days to make repairs after being notified by their tenant.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Security Deposit<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Delaware limits the amount a landlord may charge for the security deposit to the equivalent of one month\u2019s rent for unfurnished units. There is no limit to the security deposit if the rental unit is furnished.<\/li>\n<li>Landlords must hold security deposits in a FDIC bank with an office in the state.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Lease Agreement Disclosures<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Delaware landlords must disclose the name and location of the bank where the tenant\u2019s security deposit is held.<\/li>\n<li>Landlords must provide this <a href=\"https:\/\/attorneygeneral.delaware.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/2017\/03\/Landlord_Tenant_Code_Summary_for_Tenants_2014.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">summary of the Landlord-Tenant Code<\/a> to tenants at the start of the lease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Build a Delaware <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/rental-lease-agreement\/\">lease agreement<\/a> in less than 15 minutes.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Delaware Lease Agreement Example<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>There are three sections to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/rental-lease-agreement\/standard\/\">standard lease agreement<\/a>. The first section outlines the custom details of the contract, such as who\u2019s involved and for what address. Here\u2019s an example Delaware lease agreement listing details found in Section 1:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text default\">\n<table class=\"state-lease-example\">\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Property Address:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\">1200 Broadway Ave. Unit #104  Dover, DE 19901<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Lease Start Date<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>3\/01\/21<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.5<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Lease End Date:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2\/28\/22<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.5<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total Monthly Rent:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$1,620.00<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.6<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>&emsp;Monthly Base Rent:<\/td>\n<td>$1,500.00<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.6<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>&emsp;Monthly Pet Rent:<\/td>\n<td>$120.00<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.6<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Prorated Rent Amount:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$1,000.00<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.10<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total Deposit(s):<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$1,500<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.8<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>&emsp;Security Deposit:<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.8<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>&emsp;Pet Deposit:<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.8<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>&emsp;Other Deposit:<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.8<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total Non Refundable Fee(s):<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$100.00<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.9<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>&emsp;Move-in Fee: Description<\/td>\n<td>$100.00<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 1.9<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Late Fee:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>5% if not paid by the 5th.<\/td>\n<td><em>See section 2.1<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text default\">\n<h2><strong>Delaware Landlord-Tenant Law FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Below are answers to some of the most commonly-asked questions when it comes to landlord-tenant laws in Delaware:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-faq\">\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3 class=\"faq-question\" data-target=\"answer-1\">Can You Withhold Rent in Delaware?<span class=\"caret\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\" id=\"answer-1\">\n<div>\n<p>If a landlord fails to make necessary repairs, the tenant may pay for those repairs and deduct the price from their next rent payment or withhold two-thirds of their rent.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3 class=\"faq-question\" data-target=\"answer-2\">How Long Does it Take to Evict a Tenant in Delaware?<span class=\"caret\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\" id=\"answer-2\">\n<div>\n<p>Evicting a tenant in Delaware can take anywhere from 1 to 3 months, depending on the reason for eviction.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3 class=\"faq-question\" data-target=\"answer-3\">Is Delaware a Landlord-Friendly State?<span class=\"caret\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\" id=\"answer-3\">\n<div>\n<p>Delaware is not a landlord-friendly state because of the restrictions and responsibilities of landlords.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3 class=\"faq-question\" data-target=\"answer-4\">What is the Eviction Process in Delaware?<span class=\"caret\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\" id=\"answer-4\">\n<div>\n<p>There are four reasons a landlord may file for eviction in Delaware. The four reasons include failing to pay rent, violation of the lease agreement, illegal activity, and the end of the lease term. Depending on the violation, the landlord must give the tenant anywhere from 5 to 60 days to cure their violation.<\/p>\n<p>If the tenant fails to cure or quit, then the landlord may file a complaint with the court, which costs $45. After the complaint is filed, it will be served to the tenant within 5 to 30 days.<\/p>\n<p>The hearing will then be scheduled within a few days to a few weeks.<\/p>\n<p>If the court rules in favor of the landlord, then a writ of possession will be issued within 10 days. Once received, the tenant will need to move out within 24 hours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3 class=\"faq-question\" data-target=\"answer-5\">How Much Notice Does a Landlord Have to Give a Tenant to Move Out in Delaware?<span class=\"caret\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\" id=\"answer-5\">\n<div>\n<p>Landlords are required to give a 60-day notice before asking a tenant to vacate the property.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can You Withhold Rent in Delaware?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"<\/p>\n<p>If a landlord fails to make necessary repairs, the tenant may pay for those repairs and deduct the price from their next rent payment or withhold two-thirds of their rent.<\/p>\n<p>n\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How Long Does it Take to Evict a Tenant in Delaware?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"<\/p>\n<p>Evicting a tenant in Delaware can take anywhere from 1 to 3 months, depending on the reason for eviction.<\/p>\n<p>n\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Delaware a Landlord-Friendly State?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"<\/p>\n<p>Delaware is not a landlord-friendly state because of the restrictions and responsibilities of landlords.<\/p>\n<p>n\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the Eviction Process in Delaware?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"<\/p>\n<p>There are four reasons a landlord may file for eviction in Delaware. 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However, local laws are constantly in flux, and landlords and tenants alike should do their due diligence and consult legal help when it\u2019s needed. We hope the following list can serve as a valuable resource and allow you to succeed as a landlord or tenant in Delaware. Be sure to take proper precautions when it comes to finding the top candidates for your unit by utilizing our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/rental-application\/\">online rental application<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/tenant-screening\/\">tenant screening services<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><b>Disclaimer<\/b>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/\">TurboTenant<\/a>, Inc does not provide legal advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only. All users are advised to check all applicable local, state, and federal laws, and consult legal counsel should questions arise.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.turbotenant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/05-landlord-tenant-law-resource-list-texas-24.png\" alt=\"delaware-law\" width=\"619\" height=\"442\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ttsf-rich-text default\">\n<h2><strong>Delaware Landlord-Tenant Law Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"individualStateLaws\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/delcode.delaware.gov\/title25\/c053\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Residential Landlord-Tenant Code \u2013 Landlord obligation and Tenant\u2019s remedies<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Delaware Fair Housing Resources<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/delcode.delaware.gov\/title6\/c046\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fair Housing Act<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/rights-and-responsibilities-of-tenants-living-in-federal-housing.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tenant Rights, Laws and Protections: Delaware \u2013 HUD<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/portal.hud.gov\/hudportal\/HUD?src=\/states\/delaware\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HUD in Delaware<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Delaware Associations<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.daahq.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Delaware Apartment Association<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.delawarerealtor.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Delaware Association of REALTORS\u00ae<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Delaware City-Specific Housing Resources<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>Wilmington<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nccde.org\/477\/Tenant-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tenant Information \u2013 New Castle County<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nccbor.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Castle County Board of REALTORS\u00ae<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Dover<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/ecode360.com\/7599393\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Responsibilities of owners and occupants \u2013 Kent County Codes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.co.kent.de.us\/media\/700066\/microsoft-word-fair-housing-policy.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fair Housing Policy \u2013 Kent County<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.kcar.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kent County Association of REALTORS\u00ae<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Newark<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cityofnewarkde.us\/index.aspx?NID=639\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Landlord \/ Tenant Resources \u2013 City of Newark<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nccde.org\/477\/Tenant-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tenant Information \u2013 New Castle County<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cityofnewarkde.us\/faq.aspx?qid=105\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Landlord\/Tenant Q and A\u2019s \u2013 City of Newark<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nccbor.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Castle County Board of REALTORS\u00ae<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Middletown<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/imageserv11.team-logic.com\/mediaLibrary\/254\/Rental_Property_Ordinance.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rental Property Ordinance \u2013 City of Middletown<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/imageserv11.team-logic.com\/mediaLibrary\/254\/Rental_Inspection_Procedures.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Licensing and Inspections Department Rental Inspections Procedure \u2013 City of Middletown<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nccde.org\/477\/Tenant-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tenant Information \u2013 New Castle County<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a 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