Landlord Resource Guide

Florida landlord law

Florida rules for landlords: deposits, rent increases, repairs, entry, leases, and eviction, with statute citations.

Security Deposits

Florida Security Deposit Laws for LandlordsFlorida has no deposit cap. Refund within 15 days, or send a certified-mail claim notice in the statutory form within 30 days, or you lose the right to deduct.

Maintenance and Repairs

Florida Landlord Maintenance and Repair ObligationsFlorida landlords must meet housing codes under section 83.51. Fail to fix a problem within 7 days of written notice and a tenant can end the lease or withhold rent.

Lease Agreements

Florida Lease Agreements for LandlordsA Florida lease must carry the statutory radon notice and your notice address. Leases over a year must be in writing, and clauses waiving tenant rights are void.

Eviction Process

Florida Eviction Process for LandlordsServe a 3-day, 7-day, or 30-day notice, file in county court, and have the sheriff execute the writ at least 24 hours after posting. Lockouts cost 3 months' rent or more.

Entry and Privacy

Florida Landlord Entry Rules and Tenant PrivacyFlorida landlords must give 24 hours' notice to enter for repairs, between 7:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. Other entries need consent, an emergency, or a long absence.

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