Georgia Rental Lease Laws: What Your Lease Can and Can't Say

Georgia lease law FAQ

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Georgia?

Georgia sets no statewide statutory maximum on security deposits, so the amount is negotiated in the lease. Conditions can apply — see the Georgia security deposit limit guide for details.

How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Georgia?

Generally 30 days (60 for military tenants) after move-out. Conditions can apply — see the Georgia deposit return deadline guide for details.

Do landlords have to pay interest on security deposits in Georgia?

No statewide statute requires it in Georgia, though local ordinances or your lease can add the obligation. Conditions can apply — see the Georgia deposit interest rules guide for details.

How much notice does a landlord need to enter my apartment in Georgia?

There is no specific statutory minimum in Georgia — 24 hours is considered good practice rather than a legal requirement. Conditions can apply — see the Georgia landlord entry notice guide for details.

Is there a limit on late fees in Georgia?

Georgia sets no fixed percentage cap, but late fees must be reasonable and can be challenged if punitive. Conditions can apply — see the Georgia late fee laws guide for details.

How many days late can rent be before fees in Georgia?

There is no statutory grace period in Georgia; rent is late the day after it is due unless your lease says otherwise. Conditions can apply — see the Georgia rent grace period guide for details.

What lease clauses are illegal in Georgia?

Georgia law restricts 2 clause types tracked in our database, such as: waiver of implied warranty of habitability; confession of judgment clause.

What disclosures must a landlord provide in Georgia?

Georgia requires: Lead Paint (Disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards for housing built before 1978); Move-In Damages (Landlord must provide written list of pre-existing damages within 3 days of lease start); Flooding (Disclosure if property has been flooded 3+ times in past 5 years); Authorized Agent (Name and address of owner or authorized agent for service of process).