Idaho Lease Agreement Templates

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What’s Included in Idaho Lease Forms

Updated January 1, 2025

A residential lease agreement in Idaho is a vital legal document that clearly defines rental terms, payment details, property rules, and the responsibilities of both landlords and tenants. It protects the landlord's interests while ensuring compliance with Idaho laws.

Our form includes:

Parties Identification

Lease Term

Rent Payment Terms

Security Deposit

Maintenance Responsibilities

State-Specific Disclosures

State-Specific Notices

Disclosure Requirements

Disclosures and Addenda for Idaho

These disclosures and addenda ensure compliance with state laws and protect both landlords and tenants.

Disclosure
Landlord's Name and Address <p>Landlords must provide tenants with the name and address of the person authorized to manage the property, as well as the owner or an agent authorized to act on behalf of the owner. This information ensures tenants know who to contact regarding property management or legal matters</p>	Landlord's Name and Address	Landlords must provide tenants with the name and address of the person authorized to manage the property, as well as the owner or an agent authorized to act on behalf of the owner. This information ensures tenants know who to contact regarding property management or legal matters
Lead Paint - Know Presence <p>Applies to units built before 1978 where the presence of lead paint has been confirmed.</p>	Lead Paint - Know Presence	Applies to units built before 1978 where the presence of lead paint has been confirmed.
Lead Paint - No Know Presence <p>Applies to units where no evidence of lead paint is present or units built after 1978.</p>	Lead Paint - No Know Presence	Applies to units where no evidence of lead paint is present or units built after 1978.
Condition of the Premises <p>Idaho law requires landlords to maintain rental units in a habitable condition, ensuring:<br>- Reasonable waterproofing and weather protection.<br>- Good working order of electrical, plumbing, heating, and ventilating systems.<br>- Premises are safe and sanitary.</p>	Condition of the Premises	Idaho law requires landlords to maintain rental units in a habitable condition, ensuring: - Reasonable waterproofing and weather protection. - Good working order of electrical, plumbing, heating, and ventilating systems. - Premises are safe and sanitary.
Late/Returned Fees <p>Idaho has no specific state statutes governing late fees; terms should be outlined in the lease agreement.</p>	Late/Returned Fees	Idaho has no specific state statutes governing late fees; terms should be outlined in the lease agreement.
Mold Disclosure <p>Idaho law doesn't require landlords to disclose mold presence. Nonetheless, maintaining the property to prevent mold growth falls under the landlord's duty to provide habitable premises.</p>	Mold Disclosure	Idaho law doesn't require landlords to disclose mold presence. Nonetheless, maintaining the property to prevent mold growth falls under the landlord's duty to provide habitable premises.
Non-Refundable Fees <p>Landlords must clearly disclose any non-refundable fees in the lease agreement to enforce them</p>	Non-Refundable Fees	Landlords must clearly disclose any non-refundable fees in the lease agreement to enforce them
Smoking <p>Landlords in Idaho can set their own smoking policies. It's advisable to include clear terms regarding smoking in the lease to ensure tenant compliance.</p>	Smoking	Landlords in Idaho can set their own smoking policies. It's advisable to include clear terms regarding smoking in the lease to ensure tenant compliance.
Security Deposit Disclosure <p>Idaho doesn't limit the amount landlords can charge for security deposits. Upon lease termination, landlords have 21 days to return the deposit or provide an itemized statement of deductions.</p>	Security Deposit Disclosure	Idaho doesn't limit the amount landlords can charge for security deposits. Upon lease termination, landlords have 21 days to return the deposit or provide an itemized statement of deductions.
Flood Hazard Disclosure <p>Idaho law does not mandate landlords to disclose if a property is in a flood zone; however, it's considered good practice to inform tenants of potential flood risks.<br><br></p>	Flood Hazard Disclosure	Idaho law does not mandate landlords to disclose if a property is in a flood zone; however, it's considered good practice to inform tenants of potential flood risks.
Radon Disclosure <p>Idaho does not require radon disclosures.<br>However, if a landlord is aware of elevated radon levels, it is prudent to inform tenants to ensure transparency and safety.</p>	Radon Disclosure	Idaho does not require radon disclosures. However, if a landlord is aware of elevated radon levels, it is prudent to inform tenants to ensure transparency and safety.
Bed Bugs Disclosure <p>Idaho law does not specifically require bed bug disclosures,</p>	Bed Bugs Disclosure	Idaho law does not specifically require bed bug disclosures,
Addenda

Landlord’s Name and Address

Applicable to all Idaho rentals.

According to Idaho Code § 6-320, landlords must provide tenants with their name and address, along with any designated property manager's information. This ensures tenants have access to clear communication channels.

Landlord Requirements:

Provide the landlord’s or agent’s contact details in the lease agreement.
Inform tenants of any updates to this information in writing.

Lead-Based Paint Disclosure

Applicable to Idaho rentals built before 1978.

Idaho landlords must adhere to Title X federal requirements, ensuring that tenants are fully informed of any lead-based paint hazards in older rental units.

Landlord Requirements:

Provide tenants with a lead-based paint disclosure form.
Give tenants a copy of the EPA’s lead hazard pamphlet.
Disclose any available lead hazard inspection reports.

Condition of the Premises

Guidelines for Maintaining Rental Property Standards

The lease must document the property’s condition to protect both parties, in accordance with Idaho Code § 6-320. This ensures clarity on pre-existing issues and responsibilities during and after the lease.

Landlord Requirements: