Idaho Lease Agreement

When it comes to drafting a lease agreement in Idaho, it’s imperative to ensure that it complies with the specific state laws while also catering to the unique details of your rental property. TurboTenant’s Lease Agreement Generator and Templates simplify this process, providing a structured, easy-to-understand format that benefits both landlords and tenants.

Section 1 – Custom to You

The lease agreement’s first section allows you to personalize the contract with all the relevant details about your rental arrangement. You’ll input information such as the lease parties, rent amount, and utilities during the lease creation process. The summary table at the front of the document highlights the main details while the rest of Section 1 outlines items like smoking policies, utilities, and key responsibilities.

Customization Highlights

• Additional Provisions: Here you can include any rules specific to your property, necessary local clauses, or additional terms you wish to enforce. It’s recommended to have these provisions reviewed by a lawyer for compliance.
• Lost Key Policy: Tenants are obligated to return all keys upon moving out, or they will be responsible for the full cost of rekeying the property.

Section 2 – Specific to Idaho

Section 2 of the lease agreement incorporates clauses that are unique to Idaho’s laws. These clauses are non-editable to ensure legal compliance and cover areas such as late fees, security deposit requirements, fair housing, and domestic abuse protections.

Idaho-Specific Clauses

• Late Fees (Section 2.1): If rent is not received by the 7th day of the month, landlords may charge a late fee of 5% of the total unpaid rent amount.
• Security Deposit Provisions (Section 2.4): Although Idaho does not have a statutory maximum for security deposits, the common practice is 1–2 times the monthly rent. The lease agreement extends the default time for returning the security deposit from 21 days to 30 days.
• Fair Housing (Section 2.11): The lease agreement adheres to federal and Idaho civil rights laws that prohibit housing discrimination. Landlords must act according to all applicable fair housing laws and research any additional local ordinances.
• Notice of Domestic Abuse Protections (Section 2.17): Idaho law provides protections for tenants who are victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking. The lease includes details to ensure landlords understand these provisions.

Section 3 – General Clauses for Best Practices

Section 3 includes standard clauses that are common in most lease agreements across the country. These clauses lay out best practices that landlords should follow to ensure a fair and legally sound rental agreement.

General Clause Overview

• Subletting (Section 3.1): Tenants are prohibited from subleasing the property without the landlord’s written consent.
• Altering or Improving the Property (Section 3.2): Tenants must obtain written consent before making any alterations or improvements to the property.
• Choice of Law (Section 3.11): The lease agreement is governed by Idaho laws, and tenants must consent to the jurisdiction of the county courts where the property is located.
• Follow the Law (Section 3.14): Tenants must abide by all laws and ordinances, and cannot engage in behavior that is a nuisance to neighbors.

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TurboTenant Idaho Lease Agreements

TurboTenant’s Idaho Lease Agreement Generator and Templates are designed to provide landlords with a compliant, detailed, and easy-to-understand lease agreement. By using this tool, landlords can confidently create lease agreements that meet state-specific requirements and best practices, ensuring a smooth rental process. Remember to consult with a legal professional for any additional provisions to ensure they are legally sound and enforceable.

Idaho Resources

• Idaho Landlord Tenant Law
• Idaho Eviction Laws