Kentucky landlord law, handled.
StrainDesk knows Kentucky's URLTA rules, the 7-day pay-or-quit period, and 2-day entry notice, and reminds you to confirm whether your city or county has adopted URLTA, so you can focus on your properties, not your paperwork.
Watch the 2-minute demoKentucky rental rules at a glance
| Security deposit limit | No statutory limit |
|---|---|
| Deposit return window | 60 days after move-out |
| Pay-or-quit notice | 7-day notice to pay or vacate |
| Month-to-month termination notice | 30 days |
| Landlord entry notice | 48 hours advance notice |
| Late fee rules | No statutory cap |
Notice periods and limits reflect Kentucky statute. Always confirm current law for your situation.
What StrainDesk does for Kentucky landlords
- Kentucky pay-or-quit and termination notices, pre-filled from your lease data
- Reminders to confirm whether your city or county has adopted URLTA
- Security deposit account disclosure clauses built into every generated lease
- KRS Chapter 383 lease clauses included in every generated lease agreement
- Maintenance tracking with 2-day entry notice generation
Registration reminders
Store each property's rental registration, add its number and renewal date, and StrainDesk reminds you before it expires. Your document and its deadline stay in one place.
Kentucky landlord FAQ
Does Kentucky limit security deposits?
No. Kentucky sets no cap on deposit amounts. Landlords must keep the deposit in a separate account, tell the tenant where it is, and provide signed move-in and move-out damage lists, or they lose the right to keep any of it (KRS 383.580).
When must a Kentucky landlord return a security deposit?
Kentucky sets no fixed return deadline. If a refund is due, the landlord must send notice of the refund amount to the tenant's last known address. If the tenant does not respond within 60 days of that notice, the landlord may keep the deposit (KRS 383.580(7)).
How much notice for nonpayment of rent in Kentucky?
In URLTA jurisdictions, a 7-day notice to pay or quit is required before eviction for nonpayment (KRS 383.660(2)).
How much notice before a Kentucky landlord enters?
At least two (2) days in URLTA jurisdictions, except in emergencies or where notice is impracticable (KRS 383.615(3)).
Does URLTA apply everywhere in Kentucky?
No. URLTA applies only in cities and counties that have adopted it, such as Louisville-Jefferson County and Lexington-Fayette County. Elsewhere, the lease and general contract law control.
Plans for Kentucky landlords
Both paid plans include the Kentucky lease generator and legal notices. Plus adds everything in Pro and more.
Up to 20 properties. Online rent collection, email reminders, maintenance portal, and reports.
Choose ProEverything in Pro, plus SMS, co-tenants, team access, and exports. Up to 100 properties.
Choose PlusTemplates are provided for reference only and do not constitute legal advice. StrainDesk is not a law firm. Kentucky's URLTA applies only in adopted jurisdictions; confirm the rules for your county. Consult a licensed attorney in your state before serving any legal notice or executing any lease agreement.