State Landlord Laws

Indiana Landlord
Tenant Laws

Security deposit limits, notice requirements, rent control status, and the forms you need as a Indiana landlord.

Indiana Landlord-Tenant Law at a Glance

Security Deposit Limit
No statutory limit

Indiana has no cap on security deposits. Deposits must be returned within 45 days of move-out with an itemized statement of deductions.

Notice Requirements
10 days (nonpayment) / 30 days (month-to-month)

10-day notice to pay or quit for nonpayment (IC 32-31-1-6). 30-day notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy.

Rent Control
Banned by state law

Indiana state law (IC 32-31-1-20) prohibits local governments from enacting rent control ordinances.

Required Disclosures
  • Move-in checklist
  • Owner/agent name and address
  • Flood disclosure (if in a flood zone)
  • Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978)
Eviction Timeline
3–5 weeks

Indiana's eviction ("Complaint for Eviction") process typically takes 3–5 weeks from filing to possession.

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Legal Forms

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