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Wyoming

This article provides a quick overview of some key Wyoming Landlord-Tenant laws applicable to residential rental units. We’ve used the Official Wyoming Statutes cited below to research this information and it should be a good starting point in learning about the law.

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Wyoming Landlord Tenant Key Rules

Official Wyoming Forms:

Leases

Notices

Addendums

Forms

Property Management

Disclosures

Checklists

 

Applications

Letters

 

Security Deposit

TOPIC RULE
Security Deposit Maximum: No statute
Security Deposit Interest: No statute.
Separate Security Deposit Bank Account: No statute.
Non-refundable fees: There is no specific law that regulates the types of non-refundable fees a landlord can charge a tenant. However, if a landlord does include non-refundable fees, the rental agreement must clearly specify whether any part of the security deposit is non-refundable. At the time the deposit is paid, the landlord is also required to provide the tenant with written notice detailing any non-refundable fees that are part of the security deposit. This ensures transparency and ensures the tenant understands how their security deposit is being handled. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1207
Pet Deposits and Additional Fees: No statute.
Deadline for Returning Security Deposit: Landlords are required to return a tenant’s security deposit within 30 days after the rental agreement ends or within 15 days after receiving the tenant’s new mailing address, whichever is later. If the rental unit has suffered damage beyond normal wear and tear caused by the tenant, the landlord has an additional 30 days to return the deposit. For utility deposits, landlords must return them within 10 days once the tenant provides proof that all utility bills have been paid. If such proof is not provided, or if the landlord is required to make utility payments on the tenant’s behalf, deadlines and procedures are outlined in the statute. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1208(a)
Permitted Uses of the Deposit: Landlords are permitted to use part or all of a tenant’s security deposit to cover unpaid rent, damages caused by the tenant that go beyond normal wear and tear, cleaning fees, and other expenses specified in the rental agreement. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1208(a)
Security Deposit can be Withheld: Yes. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1208(a)
Require Written Description/Itemized List of Damages and Charges: Yes. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1208(a)
Receipt of Security Deposit: No statute.
Record Keeping of Deposit Withholdings: Landlords are required to mail an itemized list of deposit withholdings and provide it to the tenant along with the security deposit. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1208(a)
Failure to Comply: Tenants may recover the entire security deposit amount, including court costs, if the security and utility deposits are not returned within the specified deadlines confirmed in the statute. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1208(c)

Lease, Rent & Fees

TOPIC RULE
Rent is Due: No statute.
Payment Methods: No statute.
Rent Increase Notice: No statute.
Late Fees: No statute.
Application Fees: No statute.
Prepaid Rent: No statute.
Returned Check Fees: Landlords are permitted to charge a fee no greater than $30. Wyo. Stat. § 1-1-115 (b)
Tenant Allowed to Withhold Rent for Failure to Provide Essential Services (Water, Heat, etc.): Tenants are not allowed to withhold rent for any reason. If a tenant withholds rent, the landlord can lawfully begin the eviction process. When essential services are interrupted or repairs are needed, the tenant must notify the landlord in writing and give them a “reasonable time” to complete the repairs. Tenants must also be current on their rent payments to request these repairs. The landlord can refuse to make the repair if they dispute the tenant’s claim. Wyo. Stat. §§ 1-21-1203
Tenant Allowed to Repair and Deduct Rent: No. Tenants are permitted to make repairs themselves, but they cannot deduct the cost from their rent. Before taking action, tenants must notify the landlord about the required repairs and allow a “reasonable time” for the landlord to address the issue. Tenants may also issue a “notice to repair or correct condition,” formally requesting the repairs. If the landlord does not comply, the tenant has the ability to sue in civil court and may be awarded costs, damages, or other remedies. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1206
Self-Help Evictions: No statute.
Landlord Allowed to Recover Court and Attorney’s Fees: Yes. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1211(b)
Landlord Must Make a Reasonable Attempt to Mitigate Damages to Lessee, including an Attempt to Re-rent: No statute.

Notices and Entry

TOPIC RULE
Notice to Terminate Tenancy: No statute. Typically, no notice is given as the lease simply expires.
Notice to Terminate a Periodic Lease – Month-to-Month: No statute.
Notice to Terminate a Periodic Lease – Week-to-week: No statute.
Notice to Terminate Lease due to Sale of Property: No statute.
Notice of date/time of Move-Out Inspection: No statute.
Notice of Termination for Nonpayment: Three days. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1002
Notice for Lease Violation: Three days. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1002
Required Notice before Entry: No statute.
Entry Allowed with Notice for Maintenance and Repairs: Yes. Generally speaking, tenants are prohibited from “unreasonably” denying access to the rental unit or refusing a landlord entry. Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1205
Emergency Entry Allowed without Notice: Yes.
Entry Allowed During Tenant’s Extended Absence: Yes.
Entry Allowed with Notice for Showing the Property: No statute.
Notice to Tenants for Pesticide Use: No statute.
Lockouts Allowed: No statute.
Utility Shut-offs Allowed: No statute.
Electronic Notices Allowed: no

Disclosures

  • Name and Addresses: Landlord must disclose owner and agent details. (Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1204)
  • Copy of the Lease: Tenant must be given a copy of the lease. (Standard practice)
  • Domestic Violence Situations: Victims may terminate lease with documentation. (Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1303)

Duties

Landlord’s Duties

  • Compliance: Must meet housing code requirements. (Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1203)
  • Repairs: Maintain the premises in habitable condition. (Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1203)
  • Common Areas: Keep clean and safe. (Common law)
  • Maintenance: Ensure utilities and essential systems are working. (Wyo. Stat. § 1-21-1203)
  • Garbage: Provide for garbage removal. (Common law)

Tenant’s Duties