📜 State Law Guide • Updated January 2025
Kentucky Landlord Tenant Laws 2025
Kentucky laws vary by county—some follow the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (URLTA) while others rely on common law.
Banned
Rent Control
None
Deposit Limit
30-60 days
Deposit Return
7 days
Eviction Notice
Security Deposit Rules
Under URLTA (applicable in Louisville, Lexington, etc.), rules are stricter.
- No Maximum: Landlords can charge any amount.
- Separate Account: Deposit must be kept in a separate account from landlord's personal funds.
- Move-In List: Mandatory listing of existing damages prior to deposit acceptance.
- Return Deadline: 30-60 days depending on notice and dispute.
Eviction Process
Kentucky uses a 7-day notice for non-payment under URLTA.
| Reason | Notice Required | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Non-payment of rent | 7 days | Notice to Pay or Quit |
| Lease Violation | 14 days | To cure (if first offense) |
| Month-to-month End | 30 days | No cause needed |
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