Florida Lease Agreement
Florida Lease Agreement & Security Deposit Rules
Florida caps the security deposit at No statutory limit and requires return within 15–60 days after move-out.
Lease agreement requirements in Florida
Florida does not cap the security deposit amount, but landlords must follow specific notice rules under Florida Statutes §83.49 when returning it or making claims against it.
If the landlord does not intend to make a claim against the deposit, it must generally be returned within 15 days. If a claim is made, the landlord has 30 days to send written notice of the claim, and the tenant then has 15 days to object.
Deposits must be held in a Florida bank or the landlord must post a surety bond.
Reference: Florida Statutes §83.49. This is general educational information, not legal advice — many cities have their own additional rules. Confirm current Florida and local requirements.
Florida key points
- No statutory cap on deposit amount.
- 15 days to return if no claim is made; 30 days to send a claim notice if part is withheld.
- Deposits must be held in a Florida banking institution or covered by a surety bond.
How to create your Florida lease agreement
- 1. Open the iRunDocs lease agreement generator with Florida selected — deposit rules fill in automatically.
- 2. Enter landlord, tenant, property, rent, and term details.
- 3. Review the PDF preview, then download your document.
- 4. Sign following Florida's requirements, and keep a copy with your records.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a maximum security deposit in Florida?
No. Florida does not cap the deposit amount by statute.
How long does a Florida landlord have to return a security deposit?
15 days if no claim is made against it; if a claim is made, the landlord has 30 days to send written notice, and the tenant then has 15 days to object.
Where must a Florida security deposit be held?
In a Florida banking institution, or the landlord may instead post a surety bond, under Florida Statutes §83.49.
Lease agreement rules in other states
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