Alabama Landlord-Tenant Laws
This overview summarizes common Alabama landlord-tenant topics using published statute references (Alabama Code Title 35). Laws change — confirm details with official sources.
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Security Deposit Laws
1 month's rent
60 days
No statutory requirement
The rule: Max one month's rent, not counting separate deposits for pets, alterations to the premises or added liability risks. Within 60 days after the tenancy ends and the landlord gets possession back, the landlord must mail the refund or an itemized list of deductions, or owe double the deposit (Ala. Code § 35-9A-201).
Landlords should provide an itemized deduction list when withholding any portion of the deposit.
Reviewed · Ala. Code § 35-9A-201
Eviction Notice Requirements
7 days notice
14 days notice
Court filing and service rules vary by county. Use our eviction timeline calculator for planning.
Notice to Vacate
30 days notice
No notice required if lease ends
Late Rent Fees
No statutory requirement
No limit
Additional Regulations
No statewide rent control
Reasonable notice required
When to use Alabama document templates
Use LeaseCraft templates when you need PDF and editable DOCX lease and notice forms built for Alabama landlords and tenants. Start with the residential lease generator, then add notices from the sidebar.
Common mistakes in Alabama
- Relying on verbal agreements instead of a written lease with required disclosures
- Missing the security deposit return deadline (60 days)
- Serving eviction or termination notices with incorrect day counts
Frequently asked questions
In Alabama the security deposit limit is 1 month's rent. The return deadline is 60 days. Max one month's rent, not counting separate deposits for pets, alterations to the premises or added liability risks. Within 60 days after the tenancy ends and the landlord gets possession back, the landlord must mail the refund or an itemized list of deductions, or owe double the deposit (Ala. Code § 35-9A-201).
Confirm current rules in Alabama Code Title 35.
Disclaimer: Educational summary only, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for specific guidance. LeaseCraft is not a law firm. Statutes change — verify requirements with official Alabama sources before relying on this information. Last reviewed: 2026-06-18.