Nebraska Landlord-Tenant Law at a Glance
Nebraska caps deposits at one month’s rent plus a pet deposit of up to a quarter month more, and gives landlords 14 days to return them (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416). A landlord needs only one day’s notice to enter.
How Long Does a Landlord Have to Return a Security Deposit in Nebraska?
A Nebraska landlord has 14 days after the tenancy ends to return the deposit with an itemized list of deductions.
| Maximum Deposit | One month’s rent, plus pet deposit up to one-quarter month |
| Return Deadline | 14 days |
| Interest Required | No |
| Itemized Statement | Required |
| Statute Reference | Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416 |
How Much Can a Landlord Raise Rent in Nebraska?
Nebraska does not cap rent increases; month-to-month terms change with 30 days’ notice.
| Late Fee Limit | No statutory cap |
| Rent Control Status | No rent control |
| Rent Increase Notice | 30 days for month-to-month |
| Statute Reference | Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1437 |
How to Evict a Tenant in Nebraska
A Nebraska eviction for unpaid rent begins with a written notice giving the tenant 7 days to pay.
| Non-Payment Notice | 7 days |
| Lease Violation Notice | 30 days (14 days to cure) |
| Month-to-Month Notice | 30 days |
| Statute Reference | Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 76-1431, 76-1437 |
Can a Landlord Enter Without Permission in Nebraska?
No. Nebraska requires at least one day’s notice before entry except in an emergency.
| Notice Required | One day |
| Emergency Entry | Allowed without notice |
| Permitted Reasons | Inspect, repairs, agreed services, show the unit |
| Statute Reference | Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1423 |
What Must a Nebraska Lease Disclose?
- Lead-based paint disclosure (pre-1978 housing)
- Name and address of the manager and owner or agent
What Repairs Is a Landlord Responsible For in Nebraska?
Nebraska landlords must keep the premises fit and habitable and maintain supplied systems; tenants can end the lease if a material breach is not remedied.
What Nebraska landlords must maintain
- • Comply with building and housing codes affecting health and safety
- • Maintain supplied electrical, plumbing, heating and appliances
- • Supply running water, reasonable hot water and heat
What a Nebraska tenant can do
- • Terminate after written notice if a material breach is not remedied within 14 days
- • Procure essential services or substitute housing when services are withheld
| Statute Reference | Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 76-1419, 76-1425, 76-1427 |