Bill > HB1564

This bill establishes comprehensive protections and requirements for purpose-built student housing (housing specifically designed for students attending higher education institutions and leased by the bed or room) in Missouri. The bill defines key terms like "academic services" (which include internet access, transportation, study spaces, and community events) and "essential services" (such as laundry facilities, secure building access, and parking), and outlines specific rights for student renters. These rights include the right to a habitable living space with functioning utilities, timely repairs, proper notice before landlord entry, protection against unreasonable rent increases, and protection from discrimination. The bill mandates that leases must include transparent fees, conflict resolution processes, health disclosure protocols, lease modification terms for academic status changes, lease transfer options, renewal options, and a detailed listing of all academic and essential services provided. Additionally, the bill requires the department of higher education and workforce development, in conjunction with the attorney general, to create a flyer detailing lease requirements that landlords must provide to student renters. If a landlord fails to provide agreed-upon services, they could be considered guilty of forcible entry and detainer, except in cases involving health or safety concerns.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1564&year=2025&code=R