Alaska Landlord-Tenant Law Guide
Alaska's Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act provides comprehensive regulations for rental housing. The state has specific requirements for security deposits, maintenance obligations, and detailed eviction procedures.
Security Deposit
Limit: 2 months' rent for security deposits.
Return Period: 14 days after termination of tenancy if tenant properly terminates, 30 days otherwise. Must provide itemized statement of damages.
Rent Increases
30 days notice required for month-to-month tenancies. Must follow lease terms for fixed-term leases.
Entry Notice
24 hours notice required for entry, except in emergencies.
Key Statutes
- Alaska Statutes §34.03.070 - Security Deposits
- Alaska Statutes §34.03.100 - Landlord Obligations
- Alaska Statutes §34.03.140 - Right of Entry
- Alaska Statutes §34.03.220 - Eviction Process
Common Issues
- Not returning deposits within required timeframe
- Charging deposits above 2 months
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