Nevada Landlord-Tenant Laws

30 days after termination of tenancy

• Landlord must return the security deposit within 30 days after the tenancy ends
• If deductions are made, landlord must provide an itemized written accounting of the disposition
• Return can be made by handing it to the tenant personally or mailing it to tenant's current or last known address
• The 30-day clock starts when the tenant vacates and returns keys, not when the lease term ends
• Landlord must provide written notice of the tenant's right to be present at the final move-out inspection at least 3 days before the inspection
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• Landlord may deduct only for: unpaid rent, tenant-caused damage beyond normal wear, and reasonable cleaning costs
• Normal wear and tear may not be deducted
• Landlord must provide an itemized written accounting of all deductions
• Deductions must be reasonably necessary — landlord must have documentation (photos, receipts, estimates)
• A nonrefundable cleaning fee is allowed only if explicitly stated in the lease and reasonable in amount
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• Landlord must serve a written 7-day notice to pay rent or quit (7 judicial days, not calendar days)
• Weekly tenants receive a 4-day notice instead
• Notice must be served by a constable, sheriff, licensed process server, or agent of a Nevada-licensed attorney
• Notice must identify the court with jurisdiction over the matter
• After service, landlord cannot refuse to accept the tenant's rent
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• For lease violations: landlord serves a 5-day notice to cure or quit — tenant has 5 days to fix the issue or move
• For nuisance or criminal activity: landlord serves a 3-day notice to quit with no opportunity to cure
• If tenant does not comply with the initial notice, landlord serves a second 5-day Notice to Quit for Unlawful Detainer
• Nuisance includes anything serious or repeated that affects neighbors or the dwelling condition
• Severe nuisance (e.g., serious criminal activity) cannot be cured — tenant must leave
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• Most Nevada evictions use the summary eviction process (faster than formal unlawful detainer)
• Summary eviction addresses only possession — landlord cannot seek damages in this process
• Notice must be served by constable, sheriff, licensed process server, or agent of a Nevada-licensed attorney
• Tenant contests by filing a Tenant's Affidavit — if filed, landlord cannot lock tenant out
• If court finds no legal defense, it issues a summary order for removal
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• Landlord must maintain the dwelling in habitable condition at all times during the tenancy
• A unit is not habitable if it violates health/housing codes or substantially lacks required features
• Required features include: waterproofing, plumbing, hot and cold water, heating, electrical, sanitation, trash receptacles, and functioning locks
• Landlord cannot charge tenant any fee for performing repairs, maintenance, or other work that is the landlord's duty (effective July 2023 per SB381)
• Exception: landlord may charge if the repair was necessitated by the tenant's or guest's conduct
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• Applies when the reasonable cost of repairs is less than $100 or one month's rent (whichever is greater)
• Tenant must first give written notice to the landlord specifying the problem and intent to repair at landlord's expense
• Landlord has 14 days to remedy or make best efforts after receiving the notice
• If landlord fails to act within 14 days, tenant may have the work done in a workmanlike manner
• Tenant deducts the reasonable value of the work from rent
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48 hours after written notice (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays)

• Landlord must treat lack of essential services as an emergency requiring repair within 48 hours of written notice
• The 48-hour period excludes Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays
• Essential services include: heat, AC, running water, hot water, electricity, gas, and functioning door locks
• If not repaired within 48 hours, tenant may: obtain the services and deduct cost from rent, sue for actual damages, or recover for diminished fair market value
• If landlord purposely interrupts essential services, tenant may immediately terminate the lease, vacate, and demand the remainder of the month's rent and security deposit
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• Landlord must give at least 24 hours' notice of intent to enter
• Entry must be at reasonable times during normal business hours unless tenant expressly consents otherwise
• Emergency entry requires no notice
• Valid reasons for entry: inspect premises, make repairs, supply services, exhibit unit to prospective buyers/tenants/contractors
• Tenant cannot unreasonably withhold consent for lawful entry
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• Landlord cannot change locks, remove tenant, or block entry to the premises without a court order
• Landlord cannot willfully interrupt essential services (water, electricity, heat, AC, gas) to force tenant out
• Only a constable or sheriff can carry out a physical eviction after a court order is obtained
• Tenant remedies: actual damages plus a penalty of up to $5,000 plus reasonable attorney's fees
• Tenant can file a Verified Complaint for Illegal Lockout with the court for expedited relief
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• Landlord must provide at least 60 days' written notice before any rent increase takes effect
• Rent cannot be increased during an active lease term unless the lease expressly permits it
• If tenant does not agree to the rent increase, landlord may serve a 30-day no-cause notice to end the tenancy
• Nevada has no statewide rent control — there is no cap on the amount of a rent increase
• The 60-day notice requirement applies to all tenancies (month-to-month and renewals)
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• Late fee cannot exceed 5% of the periodic rent amount
• No late fee may be charged until rent is at least 3 calendar days late (weekly tenants) or 5 calendar days late (monthly tenants)
• The grace period is calendar days, not business days
• Late fee must be specified in the rental agreement
• Only one late fee per late payment is permitted
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• Landlord must disclose: management contact, service of process agent, owner identity, and local emergency contact
• This information can be included in the lease, a separate document, or posted in a visible common area
• Landlord must provide a move-in inspection checklist documenting the property's condition
• Landlord must provide a receipt for every payment including rent, deposit, and fees (NRS § 118A.250)
• Tenant may refuse to make payment until landlord provides a receipt
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• Victims of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking may terminate the lease early
• The domestic violence event must have occurred within 90 days of the written notice
• Tenant must provide documentation: active protective order, police report, or affidavit from a physician, social worker, psychiatrist, or pastor
• Lease terminates at the end of the current rental period after written notice is given
• Tenant is liable only for rent through the termination date and other outstanding obligations
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• After eviction, landlord must allow tenant 5 days to retrieve essential personal effects (medication, ID, clothing, baby formula, etc.)
• If landlord refuses, tenant can file an expedited motion with the court within 5 days of eviction
• Court holds a hearing within 5 days and may order return of effects plus up to $2,500 if landlord acted in bad faith
• For all other personal property, landlord must store and keep it for 30 days after the tenant leaves
• Landlord must provide 14 days' notice before disposing of stored property
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