Under Maine Revised Statutes Title 14, §6021, landlords must disclose their full name and address in lease agreements. Additionally, if the rental unit is located in a multi-unit building, landlords must disclose fire safety policies. Landlord Requirements: Include the landlord’s and property manager’s contact details in the lease. Provide fire safety disclosures for multi-unit buildings. Notify tenants in writing of any changes to contact information.
Maine Lease Agreement Templates
What’s Included in Maine Lease Forms
Updated November 18, 2024
A residential lease agreement in Maine 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 Maine laws.
Our form includes:
Parties Identification
Lease Term
Rent Payment Terms
Security Deposit
Maintenance Responsibilities
State-Specific Disclosures
State-Specific Notices
Disclosures and Addenda for Maine
These disclosures and addenda ensure compliance with state laws and protect both landlords and tenants.
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Landlord's Name and Address
<p>While Maine law doesn't explicitly require landlords to provide their name and address in a lease agreement, it's standard practice to include this information to ensure tenants know who to contact regarding property issues or emergencies.</p>
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Landlord's Name and Address
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While Maine law doesn't explicitly require landlords to provide their name and address in a lease agreement, it's standard practice to include this information to ensure tenants know who to contact regarding property issues or emergencies. |
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Lead Paint - Know Presence
<p>Applies to units built before 1978 where the presence of lead paint has been confirmed.</p>
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Lead Paint - Know Presence
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Applies to units built before 1978 where the presence of lead paint has been confirmed. |
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Lead Paint - No Know Presence
<p>Applies to units where no evidence of lead paint is present or units built after 1978.</p>
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Lead Paint - No Know Presence
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Applies to units where no evidence of lead paint is present or units built after 1978. |
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Condition of the Premises
<p>Landlords are obligated to deliver and maintain the rental property in a condition fit for its intended use, ensuring it is safe and habitable. This includes making necessary repairs and addressing any issues that may pose health or safety risks.</p>
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Condition of the Premises
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Landlords are obligated to deliver and maintain the rental property in a condition fit for its intended use, ensuring it is safe and habitable. This includes making necessary repairs and addressing any issues that may pose health or safety risks. |
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Late/Returned Fees
<p>Maine law permits landlords to charge late fees for overdue rent payments; however, these fees must be reasonable and clearly stated in the rental agreement. According to the statutory provisions in Maine Revised Statutes Title 14, §6028, the law caps late fees at 4% of the monthly rent, and such fees cannot be charged until the rent is at least 15 days late. For returned checks, landlords may impose fees, but it's crucial that these charges are reasonable and specified in the agreement.</p>
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Late/Returned Fees
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Maine law permits landlords to charge late fees for overdue rent payments; however, these fees must be reasonable and clearly stated in the rental agreement. According to the statutory provisions in Maine Revised Statutes Title 14, §6028, the law caps late fees at 4% of the monthly rent, and such fees cannot be charged until the rent is at least 15 days late. For returned checks, landlords may impose fees, but it's crucial that these charges are reasonable and specified in the agreement. |
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Mold Disclosure
<p>Maine law does not require landlords to disclose the presence of mold. Nonetheless, maintaining the property to prevent mold growth falls under the landlord's duty to provide habitable premises.</p>
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Mold Disclosure
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Maine law does not require landlords to disclose the presence of mold. Nonetheless, maintaining the property to prevent mold growth falls under the landlord's duty to provide habitable premises. |
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Non-Refundable Fees
<p>Landlords must clearly disclose any non-refundable fees in the lease agreement to enforce them</p>
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Non-Refundable Fees
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Landlords must clearly disclose any non-refundable fees in the lease agreement to enforce them |
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Smoking
<p>Landlords must provide a written disclosure stating whether smoking is prohibited, allowed entirely, or allowed in limited areas on the premises. This disclosure should be included in the lease or as a separate written notice before the tenant signs the lease or pays a deposit.</p>
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Smoking
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Landlords must provide a written disclosure stating whether smoking is prohibited, allowed entirely, or allowed in limited areas on the premises. This disclosure should be included in the lease or as a separate written notice before the tenant signs the lease or pays a deposit. |
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Security Deposit Disclosure
<p>Maine law mandates that landlords may not require a tenant to pay an initial amount of money in excess of the total of the rent for the first full month of occupancy, a security deposit as limited by section 6032, and any mandatory recurring fee as defined in section 6000. Landlords must return the security deposit within 30 days if the tenant is on a fixed-term lease with a written agreement, or within 21 days for a tenancy at will. Allowable deductions include unpaid rent, utilities, late fees, damage excluding normal wear and tear, costs of storing and disposing unclaimed property, and cleaning</p>
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Security Deposit Disclosure
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Maine law mandates that landlords may not require a tenant to pay an initial amount of money in excess of the total of the rent for the first full month of occupancy, a security deposit as limited by section 6032, and any mandatory recurring fee as defined in section 6000. Landlords must return the security deposit within 30 days if the tenant is on a fixed-term lease with a written agreement, or within 21 days for a tenancy at will. Allowable deductions include unpaid rent, utilities, late fees, damage excluding normal wear and tear, costs of storing and disposing unclaimed property, and cleaning |
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Flood Hazard Disclosure
<p>Maine 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.</p>
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Flood Hazard Disclosure
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Maine 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. |
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Radon Disclosure
<p>Landlords are required to test the air in rental units for radon and disclose the results to tenants. If radon levels are at or above 4.0 pCi/L and are not mitigated, tenants have the right to terminate the lease with at least 30 days' notice.</p>
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Radon Disclosure
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Landlords are required to test the air in rental units for radon and disclose the results to tenants. If radon levels are at or above 4.0 pCi/L and are not mitigated, tenants have the right to terminate the lease with at least 30 days' notice. |
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Bed Bugs Disclosure
<p>Before renting a dwelling unit, landlords must disclose to prospective tenants if an adjacent unit is currently infested with or being treated for bed bugs. Upon request, landlords must also disclose the last date the dwelling or adjacent units were inspected and found to be free of bed bugs.</p>
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Bed Bugs Disclosure
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Before renting a dwelling unit, landlords must disclose to prospective tenants if an adjacent unit is currently infested with or being treated for bed bugs. Upon request, landlords must also disclose the last date the dwelling or adjacent units were inspected and found to be free of bed bugs. |
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Landlord’s Name and Address
Applicable to all Maine rentals.Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
Applicable to Maine rentals built before 1978.Maine has stricter lead safety laws beyond federal Title X requirements. The Maine Lead Poisoning Prevention Act requires landlords to test for lead hazards and implement **mandatory abatement procedures in high-risk housing, especially if occupied by children.
Landlord Requirements:
- Attach a lead-based paint disclosure form to the lease.
- Provide tenants with the EPA-approved lead hazard pamphlet.
- Conduct lead dust testing if the rental is occupied by children under 6 years old.
- Perform mandatory lead abatement in units with confirmed lead hazards.
Condition of the Premises
Guidelines for Maintaining Rental Property StandardsThe lease must document the property’s condition to protect both parties, in compliance with Maine Revised Statutes Title 14, § 6021. This ensures clarity on pre-existing issues and responsibilities during and after the lease.
Landlord Requirements:
- Conduct a move-in inspection and document findings.
- Provide a written statement of the property's condition.
- Maintain all essential services and structural integrity
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