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Alabama Landlord-Tenant Laws 2026

Security deposit limits, notice requirements, eviction process, late fees, and more for Alabama landlords. All citations reference actual Alabama statutes.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Laws change frequently. Always verify current statutes with your state legislature or consult a licensed attorney before making legal decisions.
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Security Deposit Rules

Ala. Code § 35-9A-201
No statutory limit on security deposit amount. Landlord must return deposit within 60 days after tenant vacates and provides forwarding address. Itemized list of deductions required.
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Notice Period Requirements

Ala. Code § 35-9A-441
Month-to-month tenancy requires 30 days written notice to terminate. Lease violations require 14 days notice with 7 days to cure. Landlord must give 2 days notice before entry for non-emergency.
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Eviction Process

Ala. Code § 35-9A-421
Nonpayment of rent: 7-day notice to pay or quit. Lease violation: 14-day notice with 7 days to cure. Unconditional quit for certain violations. Court filing required for formal eviction.
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Late Fee Rules

Ala. Code § 35-9A-161
No statutory limit on late fee amount, but fees must be reasonable. No required grace period by statute. Lease should specify late fee terms clearly.
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Lease Termination

Ala. Code § 35-9A-441
Fixed-term leases end on their terms. Month-to-month requires 30 days notice from either party. Early termination permitted for military deployment (SCRA) or domestic violence.
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Rent Increase Rules

Ala. Code § 35-9A-161
No rent control statewide. Landlord may increase rent at lease renewal or with proper notice for month-to-month tenancies (30 days). Cannot increase rent during a fixed-term lease unless lease allows it.
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Habitability Standards

Ala. Code § 35-9A-204
Landlord must maintain premises in habitable condition, comply with building and housing codes, keep common areas clean and safe, maintain plumbing, heating, and electrical systems.
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Landlord Entry Rules

Ala. Code § 35-9A-303
Landlord must give at least 2 days notice before entering. Entry permitted for repairs, inspections, showing to prospective tenants. Emergency entry permitted without notice.
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Fair Housing Protections

Ala. Code § 24-8-1 et seq.
Alabama Fair Housing Law prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and familial status. Mirrors federal Fair Housing Act protections.
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