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Landlord-Tenant LawFlorida, USA

Florida Residential Landlord and Tenant Act

Summary

Regulates the rights and duties of landlords and tenants, focusing on the maintenance of the premises and the handling of security deposits in a designated account.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Landlords must provide notice within 30 days of how a security deposit is being held.
  • 02.
    Landlords must maintain the property to meet basic health and safety codes.
  • 03.
    Tenants have the right to withhold rent only after providing 7 days' written notice of a material noncompliance by the landlord.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Forfeiture of the right to claim the security deposit if notice requirements are not met.
  • 02.
    Payment of the winning party's attorney fees in a legal dispute.

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