Everything you need to know about landlord-tenant laws, security deposits, eviction procedures, and property management in Kentucky.
Kentucky's rental market centers on Louisville and Lexington, with secondary markets in Bowling Green and Northern Kentucky (Cincinnati suburbs). The state follows the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. Security deposits are not limited by state law, and eviction procedures are reasonably efficient. Kentucky is generally landlord-friendly with moderate regulations. Louisville's diverse economy and Lexington's university presence (UK) create stable rental demand.
No state limit
30 days after move-out (60 days if damage exceeds deposit)
File forcible detainer in District Court. Hearing within 7-14 days. Standard eviction takes 3-5 weeks.
Kentucky law requires landlords to provide the following disclosures to tenants:
No statutory limit. Must be reasonable and stated in lease. Courts may void excessive fees.