New Hampshire Lease Agreement

Watermarked TurboTenant New Hampshire Lease Agreement
Last updated iconLast updated December 9th, 2024

New Hampshire Residential Lease Agreement

New Hampshire lease agreement legally binds landlords and tenants entering rental contracts. Landlords should carefully draw up lease agreements to meet all local laws and regulations regarding rental properties. Both parties must carefully review any new agreement because they’re bound to it for the duration of the term.

Before we discuss the required disclosures landlords must make, let’s briefly examine why understanding landlord-tenant law in New Hampshire is essential.

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TurboTenant's New Hampshire rental agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

New Hampshire Landlord-Tenant Law

  • Each state has its own landlord-tenant act governing landlords’ duties and rights, and many states have significant differences. For example, New Hampshire limits how much a landlord can charge as a security deposit.
  • Before updating lease forms, landlords should brush up on New Hampshire landlord-tenant laws.
  • Understanding New Hampshire’s rental laws is crucial for creating legally binding leases that comply with all current rules and regulations.
  • TurboTenant’s New Hampshire-specific lease agreement template simplifies the process. Our team carefully vetted it to help you become compliant quickly.
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New Hampshire Lease Agreement FAQ

Does a landlord have to provide a copy of the lease in New Hampshire?

No. New Hampshire has no laws or regulations legally requiring a landlord to give tenants a copy of their lease, but it is standard practice to do so.

What is the grace period for rent in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire has no grace period for rent, and its law does not establish a mandatory grace period for late rent payments.

Can a landlord refuse to renew a lease in New Hampshire?

Only for “good cause” reasons. Most residential properties in New Hampshire fall under “restricted housing,” which requires landlords to have “good cause” when refusing to renew a lease (540:2-II).

Does a New Hampshire lease need to be notarized?

No. New Hampshire law does not require leases to be notarized.

Can you withhold rent for repairs in New Hampshire?

Yes. New Hampshire tenants can withhold the cost of utilities from their rent if the landlord fails to uphold a previously agreed-upon duty to provide and maintain certain utilities (540:2-VI).