New Hampshire (NH) lease form
Quick answer
New Hampshire does not mandate a written lease, but any written agreement must comply with RSA 540 (landlord-tenant duties) and RSA 540-A (prohibited practices). A valid lease must identify the parties, state rent and term, and include required disclosures. Oral leases are permitted but create-at-will tenancies with minimal protections.
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The landlord or authorized agent's name and address must be provided in writing so tenants can serve legal notices (RSA 540-A).
Landlords must give tenants written notice that they have 5 days after move-in to return a list of any existing defects or repair needs.
A written statement of the deposit amount, holding institution, and account number must be given to the tenant.
Federal law requires disclosure of known lead hazards and distribution of the EPA pamphlet for all housing built before 1978.
General information, not legal advice. Governing statute: RSA Title LV, Chapter 540 and Chapter 540-A. Confirm current requirements or consult an attorney before finalizing a lease.
New Hampshire lease FAQ
No. Oral leases are legal, but a written lease is strongly recommended because it documents terms, disclosures, and deposit conditions that protect both parties.
The maximum is the greater of $100 or one month's rent for residential tenancies under RSA 540-A.
No. RSA 540-A was amended to prohibit landlords from mandating EFT as the sole payment method.
Any provision waiving tenant rights under RSA 540 is automatically null and void, and the rest of the lease remains enforceable.
