10 of the 10 rules below carry a statute citation that was read at the official source (most recently October 2026), with the controlling text quoted. The rest are conservative reference values from Aptoria's compliance data and are labeled unverified.
Security deposit size: Security deposit (or surety bond, or combination) may not exceed 3 months' periodic rent. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.242(1), confirmed 2026-10). Returning the deposit: Provide an itemized written accounting and return any remaining deposit no later than 30 days after termination. Failure: landlord liable for the entire deposit plus up to an additional amount equal to the entire deposit. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.242(4), (6), confirmed 2026-10).
Late fees: Late fee may not be charged until at least 3 calendar days after rent is due, and may not exceed 5 percent of the periodic rent. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.210(4)(a)-(b), confirmed 2026-10). Application fees: No statutory dollar cap. NRS 118A.306 requires refund of an application/credit-report/background-check fee if the landlord rents the unit to someone else and does not perform the screening, and bars such fees for a minor household member. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.306, confirmed 2026-10).
Nonpayment notice: 7 JUDICIAL days (weekends and holidays excluded) after service of a written notice to pay or surrender, for residential real property; notice may be served any time after rent becomes due (and, per § 118A.210, not before the 3-day late-fee grace window for fees). (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.2512(1)(b), confirmed 2026-10). Rent increases: Written notice served at least 60 days before the first increased payment (30 days for periodic tenancies shorter than one month). No statewide rent cap. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.300, confirmed 2026-10). Ending a month-to-month tenancy: At least 30 days' notice for month-to-month and other periodic tenancies (7 days week-to-week); a tenant aged 60+ or with a physical/mental disability may request an additional 30 days. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.251(1)(b), (2), confirmed 2026-10). Entry: At least 24 hours' notice of intent to enter, except in case of emergency. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.330(3), confirmed 2026-10).
Nevada has no statewide rent regulation on file, so any cap on increases would come from a local ordinance. Source-of-income protection is not on file statewide, although cities and counties can add it. Card surcharges on rent: allowed within card-network limits. Managing property for others for compensation generally requires a state license: State real estate broker license required for property management for others — confirm with state commission.
Security deposits
What Nevada allows a landlord to collect up front, how it must be held, and the deadline and paperwork for returning it.
Security deposit limit
Source-confirmed 2026-10
Security deposit (or surety bond, or combination) may not exceed 3 months' periodic rent.
“The landlord may not demand or receive a security deposit or a surety bond ... whose total amount or value exceeds 3 months' periodic rent.”
Excerpt from the cited source as read on the date shown.
Reference value in Aptoria's compliance data: “3× monthly rent”. Where it differs from the statute above, the statute controls; differences found in review are logged for an engine update.
The maximum a landlord may collect up front as security against unpaid rent or damage, usually expressed as a multiple of one month's rent. Separate pet, key or cleaning deposits often count toward the same limit.
Deposit return deadline
Source-confirmed 2026-10
Provide an itemized written accounting and return any remaining deposit no later than 30 days after termination. Failure: landlord liable for the entire deposit plus up to an additional amount equal to the entire deposit.
“return any remaining portion of the security deposit to the tenant no later than 30 days after the termination ... is liable to the tenant for damages ... the entire security deposit ... of not more than the amount of the entire security deposit.”
Excerpt from the cited source as read on the date shown.
Reference value in Aptoria's compliance data: “30 days after move-out”. Where it differs from the statute above, the statute controls; differences found in review are logged for an engine update.
The window after the tenant vacates in which the landlord must refund the deposit or deliver an itemized statement of deductions. Missing the deadline is the most common way a landlord forfeits the right to keep any part of the deposit.
Separate pet deposit
Source-confirmed 2026-10
Not separately authorized. Any payment, deposit, fee or charge used to remedy rent default, repair tenant damage, or clean the unit is a 'security deposit' regardless of label, so a pet deposit counts toward the 3-months'-rent cap on security deposit plus surety bond (including last month's rent) and must be accounted for under § 118A.242.
“Any payment, deposit, fee or charge that is to be used for any of the following purposes is a security deposit and is governed by the provisions of this section and NRS 118A.242 and 118A.244: (a) Remedying any default of the tenant in the payments of rent. (b) Repairing damages to the premises other than normal wear.”
Excerpt from the cited source as read on the date shown.
§ 118A.242(1): total of security deposit and surety bond, including last month's rent, may not exceed 3 months' periodic rent. NRS 118A.200(3)(c) requires written agreements to address occupancy by pets.
Reference value in Aptoria's compliance data: “Permitted”. Where it differs from the statute above, the statute controls; differences found in review are logged for an engine update.
Whether a refundable pet deposit can be collected on top of the security deposit. Even where it is permitted, the combined amount usually has to stay inside the overall deposit limit.
In practice
• Hold the deposit the way the statute requires (separate or escrow account where applicable) and record the account in the file.
• Document move-in condition with a dated, photographed inventory the tenant can sign; it is the only evidence that supports a later deduction.
• Send the itemized statement and any refund by a trackable method, and keep the receipts or estimates behind every deduction.
Rent, late fees and application fees
The fees a Nevada lease can charge, the statutory ceilings that override the lease, and whether rent increases are regulated statewide.
Late fees
Source-confirmed 2026-10
Late fee may not be charged until at least 3 calendar days after rent is due, and may not exceed 5 percent of the periodic rent.
“no late fee may be charged or imposed until at least 3 calendar days after the date that rent is due ... Such a late fee must not exceed 5 percent of the amount of the periodic rent”
Excerpt from the cited source as read on the date shown.
Enacted by AB 308 (2021).
Reference value in Aptoria's compliance data: “Capped at 5% of monthly rent”. Where it differs from the statute above, the statute controls; differences found in review are logged for an engine update.
Any statutory ceiling on the fee for late rent and any mandatory grace period before it can be charged. Where there is no statutory cap, courts still strike fees they find punitive rather than a reasonable estimate of the landlord's cost.
Application fee limit
Source-confirmed 2026-10
No statutory dollar cap. NRS 118A.306 requires refund of an application/credit-report/background-check fee if the landlord rents the unit to someone else and does not perform the screening, and bars such fees for a minor household member.
“A landlord shall not collect an application fee, a fee to obtain a credit report or a fee to obtain a background check ... for a minor who is a member of the household of the prospective tenant.”
Excerpt from the cited source as read on the date shown.
2025 bills AB 280/AB 298 (further fee refunds/limits) were reported vetoed; current NRS text controls.
Reference value in Aptoria's compliance data: “No statewide cap”. Where it differs from the statute above, the statute controls; differences found in review are logged for an engine update.
A cap on what an applicant can be charged to apply, sometimes limited to the actual cost of screening and sometimes prohibited outright. Fee receipts and refund rules usually travel with the cap.
Statewide rent regulation
Source-confirmed 2026-10
(d) No statewide rent cap or rent-increase cap, and no NRS provision either authorizing or preempting local rent control for conventional housing (none found in NRS chapters 118A, 244 or 268, Rev. 4/15/2026). Rent increases require 60 days' written notice (30 days for periodic tenancies shorter than one month).
“The landlord may not increase the rent payable by a tenant unless the landlord serves the tenant with a written notice, 60 days or, in the case of any periodic tenancy of less than 1 month, 30 days in advance of the first rental payment to be increased, advising the tenant of the increase.”
Excerpt from the cited source as read on the date shown.
SB 123 (2025) proposed adding an express local-rent-control prohibition to NRS 244/268; no such text appears in the current NRS, and the bill's final status was not verified on an official page. Local authority to enact rent control is contested under Nevada's Dillon's Rule.
Reference value in Aptoria's compliance data: “No statewide rent regulation (check local ordinances)”. Where it differs from the statute above, the statute controls; differences found in review are logged for an engine update.
Whether a statewide law caps annual rent increases or whether rent control exists for covered units. Local ordinances can add limits even where the state has none.
In practice
• State the late fee, the grace period and the application fee in the lease in dollars or a clear percentage; a fee that is not in the lease is rarely enforceable.
• Never charge above the statutory cap even when the lease says more; the excess is unenforceable and can expose the landlord to penalties.
• Keep fee calculations in the ledger so a tenant, a court or an auditor can reproduce them from the rent roll.
Notices, rent increases and termination
How much written notice Nevada requires before a rent increase, before ending a month-to-month tenancy, and before filing for nonpayment.
Rent-increase notice
Source-confirmed 2026-10
Written notice served at least 60 days before the first increased payment (30 days for periodic tenancies shorter than one month). No statewide rent cap.
“The landlord may not increase the rent payable by a tenant unless the landlord serves the tenant with a written notice ... 60 days or, in the case of any periodic tenancy of less than 1 month, 30 days in advance”
Excerpt from the cited source as read on the date shown.
A 2019 AG press release still cites the pre-amendment 45-day period; the current NRS text says 60.
Reference value in Aptoria's compliance data: “60 days”. Where it differs from the statute above, the statute controls; differences found in review are logged for an engine update.
The written notice a landlord must give before a rent increase takes effect on a periodic (month-to-month) tenancy. Fixed-term leases generally cannot be changed mid-term.
Month-to-month termination notice
Source-confirmed 2026-10
At least 30 days' notice for month-to-month and other periodic tenancies (7 days week-to-week); a tenant aged 60+ or with a physical/mental disability may request an additional 30 days.
“At least 7 days for tenancies from week to week; and ... at least 30 days for all other periodic tenancies ... is 60 years of age or older or has a physical or mental disability, the tenant may request to be allowed to continue in possession for an additional 30 days”
Excerpt from the cited source as read on the date shown.
Notices must be served per NRS 40.280 (sheriff/constable/process server/attorney agent).
Reference value in Aptoria's compliance data: “30 days”. Where it differs from the statute above, the statute controls; differences found in review are logged for an engine update.
The notice a landlord must give to end a periodic tenancy without cause. Some jurisdictions require longer notice for long-term tenants or require a stated cause.
Pay-or-quit notice
Source-confirmed 2026-10
7 JUDICIAL days (weekends and holidays excluded) after service of a written notice to pay or surrender, for residential real property; notice may be served any time after rent becomes due (and, per § 118A.210, not before the 3-day late-fee grace window for fees).
“after default in the payment of any rent and after a notice in writing, requiring in the alternative the payment of the rent or the surrender of the detained premises, remains uncomplied with for a period of: ... Seven judicial days for real property other than a commercial premises”
Excerpt from the cited source as read on the date shown.
Judicial days, so the calendar period is longer than 7 days.
Reference value in Aptoria's compliance data: “7 days”. Where it differs from the statute above, the statute controls; differences found in review are logged for an engine update.
The notice a tenant must receive for nonpayment before the landlord can file for possession, and the time the tenant has to pay in full and cure. This is the step most often done wrong in an eviction.
In practice
• Serve notices in the form and by the method the statute names, and keep proof of service with the dated notice.
• Count notice periods the way the statute counts them (calendar days, business days, or "before the next rent due date") and build in a margin.
• Treat a notice to a possibly rent-regulated or subsidized unit as a legal check, because longer periods and extra content requirements usually apply.
Landlord entry
When a Nevada landlord may enter an occupied unit and how much notice the tenant must receive.
Non-emergency entry notice
Source-confirmed 2026-10
At least 24 hours' notice of intent to enter, except in case of emergency.
“Except in case of emergency, the landlord shall give the tenant at least 24 hours' notice of intent to enter”
Excerpt from the cited source as read on the date shown.
Reference value in Aptoria's compliance data: “24 hours”. Where it differs from the statute above, the statute controls; differences found in review are logged for an engine update.
The advance notice required before a landlord enters an occupied unit for repairs, inspections or showings. Emergencies are the usual exception.
In practice
• Give written notice with the date, a reasonable time window and the purpose, and log the entry afterwards.
• Emergencies are the only common exception; document what made the entry urgent.
• A pattern of unannounced entries is a common basis for tenant complaints and counterclaims.
Payments, fair housing and licensing
Operational rules that sit outside the landlord-tenant act but decide how rent can be collected, who can be screened out, and who may manage for others.
Card surcharges on rent
Allowed within card-network limits
Returned-payment (NSF) fee
No statewide statutory cap on file
Source-of-income protection
No statewide protection on file
Local ordinances can extend protection beyond the statewide rule.
Property-management licensing
License generally required to manage for others
State real estate broker license required for property management for others — confirm with state commission.
Compliance posture values are reference data compiled from public statutes and are not source-confirmed line by line. Confirm with the state agency before relying on them.
Nevada next to its neighbors
Own units on both sides of a state line? These are the reference values for every bordering jurisdiction. Open a state to see which values carry a citation.
No statewide cap (reasonableness standard); 4 days grace
Capped at $75
Rent-increase notice
60 days
30 days
30 days
30 days
90 days
15 days
Non-emergency entry notice
24 hours
48 hours
24 hours
Reasonable notice
24 hours
24 hours
Pay-or-quit notice
7 days
5 days
3 days
3 days
10 days
3 days
Source-of-income protection
No statewide protection on file
No statewide protection on file
Protected statewide
No statewide protection on file
Protected statewide
No statewide protection on file
Card surcharges on rent
Allowed within card-network limits
Allowed within card-network limits
Allowed only with inclusive total pricing
Allowed within card-network limits
Allowed within card-network limits
Allowed within card-network limits
Lease disclosures on file
Federal and state disclosures Aptoria's lease workflow surfaces for Nevada. This is a working checklist from public sources, not a complete legal inventory for a specific property.
• Lead-based paint hazards (pre-1978 housing) — EPA Pamphlet "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home"
• Foreclosure notice (NRS 118A.275)
Official sources
Primary sources a Nevada landlord should bookmark. Each link was fetched and read during the October 2026 review; the binding text is always the current official version.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Nevada?
Security deposit (or surety bond, or combination) may not exceed 3 months' periodic rent. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.242(1), confirmed 2026-10).
How long does a Nevada landlord have to return the security deposit?
Provide an itemized written accounting and return any remaining deposit no later than 30 days after termination. Failure: landlord liable for the entire deposit plus up to an additional amount equal to the entire deposit. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.242(4), (6), confirmed 2026-10).
What is the maximum late fee in Nevada?
Late fee may not be charged until at least 3 calendar days after rent is due, and may not exceed 5 percent of the periodic rent. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.210(4)(a)-(b), confirmed 2026-10).
How many days does a Nevada pay-or-quit notice give the tenant?
7 JUDICIAL days (weekends and holidays excluded) after service of a written notice to pay or surrender, for residential real property; notice may be served any time after rent becomes due (and, per § 118A.210, not before the 3-day late-fee grace window for fees). (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.2512(1)(b), confirmed 2026-10).
How much notice must a Nevada landlord give before entering?
At least 24 hours' notice of intent to enter, except in case of emergency. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.330(3), confirmed 2026-10).
How much notice is required to raise rent in Nevada?
Written notice served at least 60 days before the first increased payment (30 days for periodic tenancies shorter than one month). No statewide rent cap. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 118A.300, confirmed 2026-10).
How much notice is required to end a month-to-month tenancy in Nevada?
At least 30 days' notice for month-to-month and other periodic tenancies (7 days week-to-week); a tenant aged 60+ or with a physical/mental disability may request an additional 30 days. (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 40.251(1)(b), (2), confirmed 2026-10).
Does Nevada have statewide rent control?
No statewide rent regulation is on file for Nevada. Local ordinances can still limit increases, so check the city or county where the unit sits before setting a renewal rent.
Is source of income a protected class in Nevada?
No statewide source-of-income protection is on file for Nevada, but cities and counties can adopt it. Check local law before refusing a voucher or benefit income, and apply any screening criteria consistently.
Can a Nevada landlord add a surcharge for paying rent by card?
Allowed within card-network limits. Where a surcharge is allowed, it must still follow card-network rules and be disclosed before payment.
How this page was verified
Every rule is shown in one of two states. “Source-confirmed” means an editor opened the official statute page named next to the rule on the date shown, read the controlling text, and recorded the excerpt you see; the excerpt is quoted verbatim so you can check it. “Reference value” means Aptoria's compliance engine applies a conservative number for this rule, but nobody has yet tied it to a specific statute section on this page, so it must be checked before you rely on it.
This page meets Aptoria's evidence floor for publication (10 source-confirmed rules and 4 fetched official sources). Statutes change; local ordinances can be stricter; the facts of a tenancy change the result.