North Dakota rental inspection report template

North Dakota rules for this report

These rules are about how and when you report, not the template's fields. Check them before you deliver.

• When the rental agreement is entered into, the landlord gives the tenant a statement describing the condition of the facilities in and about the premises, agreed to and signed by bothN.D. Century Code s. 47-16-07.2 · North Dakota Attorney General, Tenant Rights
• The signed statement is prima facie proof of the condition of the facilities and premises at the beginning of the rental agreement; the Attorney General's guidance warns tenants they are presumed to have caused damage not listed on itN.D. Century Code s. 47-16-07.2 · North Dakota Attorney General, Tenant Rights
• At the end of the lease the deposit and interest may go toward damage from the tenant's pet or the negligence of the tenant or their guest, unpaid rent, and cleaning or repairs that were the tenant's responsibility and are needed to return the unit to its original state when the tenant took possession, reasonable wear and tear exceptedN.D. Century Code s. 47-16-07.1 (3)
• Within 30 days after the lease ends and the tenant gives up possession, the landlord delivers or mails to the last address the tenant gave an itemization of any part of the deposit kept, the amount due, and a written notice stating any amount still owed or the refund dueN.D. Century Code s. 47-16-07.1 (3) · North Dakota Attorney General, Tenant Rights
• A landlord who withholds deposit money without reasonable justification is liable for treble damagesN.D. Century Code s. 47-16-07.1 (4)
• To inspect during the tenancy, the landlord enters only at reasonable hours and in a reasonable manner, first notifying the tenant and getting their consent for a time certain unless that is impractical; consent is presumed if the tenant does not object after notice of a time certainN.D. Century Code s. 47-16-07.3 (2)
• The tenant keeps the part of the premises they use as clean and safe as its condition permits and does not deliberately or negligently damage any part of itN.D. Century Code s. 47-16-13.2

What is in it

• Entry and hallwaysWalls and ceiling, Floor, Doors and locks, Lights and switches
• Living and dining areasWalls and ceiling, Floor and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Outlets, lights and switches
• KitchenStove, oven and range hood, Refrigerator and freezer, Dishwasher, Sink, faucet and drain, Counters and cabinets, Walls, ceiling and floor
• BedroomsWalls and ceilings, Floors and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Closets and doors
• BathroomsToilet, Tub, shower, grout and caulking, Sink, vanity and mirror, Exhaust fan, Walls, ceiling and floor
• Laundry and utilityWasher and dryer, Heating, cooling and thermostat, Water heater
• Safety devicesSmoke alarms tested, Carbon monoxide alarms tested, Fire extinguisher
• Exterior, parking and storageBalcony, patio or yard, Parking or garage, Storage
• Keys, fobs and remotesItem, Quantity, Notes

Rules last reviewed October 9, 2026. Read the full North Dakota rental inspection report requirements.