Wyoming Lease Agreement Review
Wyoming's Residential Rental Property Act, W.S. 1-21-1201 to 1-21-1211, is one of the leaner rental codes in the country. There is no deposit cap, no late fee cap and no repair-and-deduct right. What it does provide is a defined deposit timeline, a rule that any nonrefundable deposit be disclosed in the lease, and a court process that tenants who are current on rent can use to force repairs.
Security deposit
No statewide cap
Entry notice
No statutory notice period
Security deposits in Wyoming
Wyoming sets no statutory deposit cap or fixed entry-notice period, so the lease and reasonable-notice principles control.
Wyoming lease law sets the limit above. Before you sign, check the deposit against it, get the amount and the return terms in writing, and watch for a deposit that exceeds what the state allows, a common and negotiable red flag.
Landlord entry and your privacy in Wyoming
Wyoming does not fix an entry-notice period by statute, so the lease controls, which makes the entry clause worth reading closely. A fair lease should still require reasonable advance notice (at least 24 hours) for non-emergency entry.
Habitability and repairs in Wyoming
Like nearly every state, Wyoming recognizes an implied warranty of habitability, the landlord’s duty to keep the home livable. A clause making you accept the unit “as is” or waive that warranty is generally void, and a clause shifting all repairs (including major systems) onto you is a red flag worth negotiating.
When must a Wyoming landlord return a deposit?
Under W.S. 1-21-1208, the balance and a written itemization of deductions with reasons are due within 30 days after the rental agreement ends, or within 15 days after the landlord receives your new mailing address, whichever is later. If there is damage to the unit, the period is extended by 30 days. You must tell the landlord where to send payment within 30 days of termination.
A separately identified utilities deposit must be refunded within 10 days of showing that your utility bills are paid. If a landlord unreasonably fails to comply, you can recover the full deposit and court costs.
How do Wyoming repair remedies work?
If you are current on rent and believe the unit falls below health and safety standards, W.S. 1-21-1203 requires you to notify the owner in writing, by certified mail or personal service, describing the problem and the fix you want. If the owner does not respond or repair within a reasonable time, W.S. 1-21-1206 lets you serve a second notice to repair demanding action within three days, then file in circuit court. The court can award damages, including rent improperly collected, order repairs, or end the lease.
If repairs would cost more than is reasonable given the rent, the owner may instead terminate, giving you 10 to 20 days to find substitute housing.
Wyoming sources checked 2026-10-09: Wyoming Statutes Title 1, ch. 21, art. 12 (PDF). Laws change; confirm the current rule before relying on it.
What ClauseAudit checks in a Wyoming lease
- Security deposit vs the Wyoming limit, and the return terms
- Landlord entry notice against Wyoming requirements
- Waiver of the warranty of habitability (generally void)
- Who is responsible for repairs and maintenance
- Late fees, grace periods, and any state caps
- Early-termination penalties and the duty to mitigate
Wyoming lease FAQ
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Wyoming?
As of October 2026, the security-deposit rule in Wyoming is: No statewide cap. Wyoming sets no statutory deposit cap or fixed entry-notice period, so the lease and reasonable-notice principles control. Deposit caps change, so confirm the current figure, ClauseAudit checks it against Wyoming law when you run your lease.
How much notice must a landlord give before entering in Wyoming?
Wyoming does not set a fixed entry-notice period by statute, so the lease and your right to quiet enjoyment control. Best practice, and what a fair lease should require, is at least 24 hours’ advance notice for non-emergency entry.
Can a Wyoming lease make me waive my right to a habitable home?
In nearly every state, the implied warranty of habitability, the landlord’s duty to keep the unit livable, cannot be waived, and a clause trying to make you accept the home “as is” is generally void. Flag any such clause in a Wyoming lease; it does not override your rights.
How much can a landlord charge as a security deposit in Wyoming?
Wyoming caps it: No statewide cap. Wyoming sets no statutory deposit cap or fixed entry-notice period, so the lease and reasonable-notice principles control. 21 jurisdictions use the same limit. A lease asking for more than the statutory maximum is asking for something the law does not allow.
Do the states next to Wyoming treat deposits the same way?
No, and the gap can be large: Colorado (2 months), Nebraska (1 month (plus 1/4 month pet deposit)), South Dakota (1 month). Deposit rules are set state by state, so a landlord operating across a state line may be working from the wrong rulebook, and a lease template borrowed from a neighbouring state may carry that state's figure rather than Wyoming's.
Is there anything specific to Wyoming tenants should know?
Wyoming sets no statutory deposit cap or fixed entry-notice period, so the lease and reasonable-notice principles control. With no statutory notice period for entry, the access clause in the lease is what governs, so read it rather than assuming a default.
Does a Wyoming landlord have to tell me if part of the deposit is nonrefundable?
Yes. W.S. 1-21-1207 requires every rental agreement to state whether any portion of the deposit is nonrefundable, and the owner must also give you written notice of that when the deposit is taken. A surprise nonrefundable cleaning or pet fee at move-out is not consistent with that rule.
Can I withhold rent in Wyoming until repairs are done?
The Wyoming statute does not provide rent withholding or repair-and-deduct. Its remedies require being current on all payments, giving written notice, then a second notice to repair, and then going to circuit court, which can order repairs, award damages or end the lease. Stopping rent could cost you access to those remedies.
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Deposit rules in neighbouring states
Deposit limits are set state by state, and 3 of the 6 states bordering Wyoming use a different one. A lease template borrowed from next door may carry the wrong figure.
Nationally: 0 of 51 jurisdictions set no statutory deposit cap, and 16 set no statutory entry-notice period.
Wyoming landlord-tenant figures summarized as of October 2026; deposit caps and entry rules change, and localities may add their own. This is automated educational information, not legal advice. ClauseAudit verifies the current rule against Wyoming law when you run your lease, and you should confirm anything critical with a qualified Wyoming attorney.