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Kansas landlord-tenant law

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Security deposit limitNo more than 1 month's rent (unfurnished); up to 1.5 months if furnished; plus up to half a month's rent extra for pets.
Deposit return deadlineWithin 14 days after the amount of deductions is determined, and no later than 30 days after the tenancy ends, possession is delivered an…
Notice to enterNot yet verified
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Security deposit limit

No more than 1 month's rent (unfurnished); up to 1.5 months if furnished; plus up to half a month's rent extra for pets.

Verified Source: K.S.A. 58-2550(a) · last checked 2026-10-15

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Deposit return deadline

Within 14 days after the amount of deductions is determined, and no later than 30 days after the tenancy ends, possession is delivered and the tenant demands it.

Verified Source: K.S.A. 58-2550(b) · last checked 2026-10-15

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Notice to enter

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Late fees

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