Kentucky Landlord-Tenant Law

The rules Kentucky landlords ask about most — deposits, late fees, and required notices — in plain English.

Security deposit limit

No statutory limit

Deposit return deadline

30 days

URLTA jurisdictions; longer if disputed

Late fee rules

No statutory cap

Pay-or-quit notice (nonpayment)

7 days

URLTA jurisdictions

Rent increase notice (month-to-month)

30 days

Source & further reading
Not legal advice. This is general information for landlords and laws change — local ordinances (rent control, fee caps) may add rules. Confirm the current Kentucky statute or consult an attorney before acting.

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