New Hampshire Landlord-Tenant Laws

Key legal requirements for residential landlords and property managers operating in New Hampshire.

Governing statute: New Hampshire RSA § 540 and § 540-A

Security Deposit

Maximum Limit

One month's rent or $100, whichever is greater

Return Deadline

30 days

Itemized Statement

Required

Maintenance & Repairs

Landlord Obligations

Maintain premises in compliance with housing codes, keep in reasonable repair, provide adequate heat, running water, hot water

Tenant Remedies

Written notice; report to housing inspector, rent escrow, or terminate if conditions are uninhabitable

Emergency Repair Timeline

14 days for written notice repairs; immediate for emergencies

Notice Requirements

Entry Notice

Adequate notice (no statutory minimum; reasonable notice customary)

Rent Increase

30 days

Lease Termination

30 days for month-to-month

Eviction Notice Periods

Non-Payment of Rent

7 days

Lease Violation

30 days

Unconditional Quit

Not applicable

Disclaimer: This is a general summary of New Hampshire landlord-tenant law and does not constitute legal advice. Local ordinances may impose additional requirements. Consult a qualified New Hampshire attorney for specific situations. Last reviewed: 2026-05.

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