Bill > SF2266

This bill clarifies the requirements for prorating rent during the final month of a residential lease in Minnesota. Specifically, the bill ensures that when a lease term ends before the last day of the final month, tenants will only be required to pay rent for the actual number of days they occupy the rental unit, calculated at an average daily rate for that month. This provision applies to all types of leases, including those where the last month's rent is paid in advance. The bill explicitly states that any attempts by landlords and tenants to waive this requirement through contract or other means are considered void and unenforceable. The calculation of prorated rent must be based on the total number of calendar days in the month when the lease expires, providing a clear and standardized method for determining the final rent payment. This legislation aims to protect tenants from being charged for days they do not occupy the rental unit and ensures fair billing practices in residential leases.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2266&ssn=0&y=2025