Maine Rent Grace Period
15 daysTenants in Maine generally get a 15-day grace period after the rent due date before late fees may be charged — Maine is one of 14 US jurisdictions with a mandated statewide grace period. The FAQ below covers who the rule protects.
Educational information: generated from our Maine law database (last updated 2024-01-01). Not legal advice.
How Maine compares
14 of 51 US jurisdictions mandate a general statewide grace period before late fees; elsewhere any grace period is local, conditional, or set by the lease. Here is how Maine compares with other states in our database.
| State | Rent Grace Period |
|---|---|
| Maine | 15 days |
| Maryland | no statutory grace period |
| Massachusetts | 30 days |
| Michigan | no statutory grace period |
| Minnesota | no statutory grace period |
Frequently asked questions
- How many days late can rent be before fees in Maine?
- Maine generally provides a 15-day grace period before late fees. Late fees capped at 4% of rent. 15-day grace period required. Must be specified in lease.
- How large can the late fee itself be in Maine?
- Late fees in Maine are generally capped at 4% of monthly rent, and fees must also be reasonable.
- Can a landlord charge a late fee the day after rent is due in Maine?
- Generally no — a 15-day grace period applies first in covered tenancies.
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