📜 State Law Guide • Updated January 2025
Minnesota Landlord Tenant Laws 2025
Minnesota laws include specific provisions for cold weather evictions and recently updated notice requirements for non-payment.
City Options
Rent Control
None
Deposit Limit
21 days
Deposit Return
14 days
Eviction Notice
Security Deposit Rules
- No Maximum: State law doesn't cap deposit amounts.
- Interest: Mandatory 1% simple annual interest.
- Return Deadline: 21 days after tenancy ends.
- Penalty: Wrongful withholding can result in penalty of 2x the amount plus interest.
Eviction & Notice Rules
Recent changes require a 14-day pre-filing notice for non-payment evictions.
| Reason | Notice Required | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Non-payment of rent | 14 days | Written notice before filing court action |
| At-Will Termination | 1 rental period | e.g., 30 days for month-to-month |
| Lease Violation | Immediate (usually) | Unless lease specifies cure period |
| Illegal Activity | Immediate | Drugs, weapons, etc. |
Cold Weather Rule: While not a total ban, tenants moving out between Nov 15 and Apr 15 must give 3 days notice if they are vacating due to utility shutoff.
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