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Florida Residential Lease Agreements
Florida Statute § 83.43 et seq. — Florida Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
Florida-compliant lease agreements drafted in accordance with the Florida Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Fla. Stat. Ch. 83, Part II). Each template includes required statutory disclosures, radon gas notification language, and lead-based paint disclosure addenda where applicable.
Florida Annual Residential Lease Agreement
Fixed-Term — 12 Month
Fla. Stat. §§ 83.43, 83.49, 83.51, 83.52
A comprehensive fixed-term residential lease for a one-year tenancy. Includes rent payment terms, security deposit provisions, maintenance obligations, entry notice requirements (Fla. Stat. § 83.53), and required Florida radon gas disclosure.
Florida Month-to-Month Rental Agreement
Periodic Tenancy
Fla. Stat. §§ 83.43(7), 83.57
A month-to-month periodic tenancy agreement. Either party may terminate with at least 15 days written notice before the end of the monthly period per Fla. Stat. § 83.57(3). Includes all required Florida statutory disclosures.
Florida Room Rental Agreement
Single Room / Shared Premises
Fla. Stat. §§ 83.43, 83.44
For renting a single room within a residential dwelling. Clearly defines shared vs. exclusive-use spaces, house rules, and quiet hours. Includes provisions for shared utility apportionment and common area responsibilities.
Florida Lease Renewal Agreement
Extension / Renewal Addendum
Fla. Stat. § 83.43
Renews and extends an existing lease for a new fixed term. Updates rent amount, term dates, and incorporates any changes to terms by reference. Avoids the need to execute an entirely new lease.
Property Condition Checklists
Florida Statute § 83.49 — Security Deposit & Condition Documentation
Florida Statute § 83.49 requires landlords to provide written notice of the manner in which the security deposit is held. Comprehensive move-in and move-out condition checklists protect both landlords and tenants by creating a documented baseline of the property's condition, reducing security deposit disputes.
Move-In Property Condition Checklist
Tenant Acceptance at Lease Commencement
Fla. Stat. § 83.49 (Best Practice)
A room-by-room inspection checklist completed at move-in and signed by both landlord and tenant. Documents the condition of floors, walls, ceilings, fixtures, appliances, doors, windows, and outdoor areas. Creates the baseline for security deposit deductions.
Move-Out Property Condition Checklist
Final Inspection at Lease Termination
Fla. Stat. §§ 83.49(3), 83.49(5)
Completed at the end of tenancy and compared against the move-in checklist. Documents any damage beyond normal wear and tear to justify security deposit deductions. Must be used in conjunction with the security deposit disposition notice (within 15 or 30 days of move-out).
Pre-Move-Out Walkthrough Notice & Checklist
Preliminary Inspection — 30 Days Before Vacating
Fla. Stat. § 83.49(b) (Best Practice)
Offered to the tenant approximately 30 days before lease end to identify correctable deficiencies before the final inspection. Giving tenants the opportunity to cure issues reduces disputes and turnover costs. Includes itemized room checklist with landlord notes.
Statutory Notices to Tenant
Florida Statute § 83.56 — Termination of Rental Agreement
Florida Statute § 83.56 governs the termination of rental agreements and requires specific written notices before a landlord may file for eviction. Using the correct notice for each situation is critical — an improper or defective notice will cause the eviction case to be dismissed.
3-Day Notice for Nonpayment of Rent
Notice to Pay Rent or Vacate
Fla. Stat. § 83.56(3)
Required before filing for eviction due to nonpayment of rent. Must demand payment of the specific dollar amount owed and state that the tenant must pay or vacate within 3 business days (excluding weekends and legal holidays). Cannot demand late fees unless the lease specifically provides for them in the rent amount.
7-Day Notice to Cure (Non-Monetary Violation)
Notice to Comply or Vacate — Curable Violation
Fla. Stat. § 83.56(2)(b)
Served when the tenant has violated a provision of the lease that can be cured (e.g., unauthorized pet, unapproved occupant, noise violation). Gives the tenant 7 days to cure the specified violation or vacate. Describe the violation with specificity — vague notices are unenforceable.
7-Day Unconditional Quit Notice
Notice to Vacate — Uncurable or Repeat Violation
Fla. Stat. § 83.56(2)(a)
Served when the tenant has committed an uncurable violation (e.g., destruction of property, assault, drug-related criminal activity on the premises) or has materially violated the lease three or more times within 12 months. Gives no opportunity to cure — tenant must vacate within 7 days.
Notice of Termination — Month-to-Month Tenancy
15-Day Notice to Vacate
Fla. Stat. § 83.57(3)
Used to terminate a month-to-month tenancy without cause. Either landlord or tenant must give at least 15 days written notice before the end of the monthly period. Cannot be combined with a 3-day notice — this is a termination of tenancy, not an eviction for cause.
Notice of Landlord Entry
12-Hour Entry Notice (Non-Emergency)
Fla. Stat. § 83.53(2)
Florida law requires landlords to give at least 12 hours advance notice before entering a rental unit for non-emergency reasons (repairs, inspections, showings). Entry must occur between 7:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. This notice documents compliance with the statutory requirement.
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