Your complete guide to renter protections in Huntsville, AL. Learn about local ordinances, rent control status, security deposit rules, and how city law works alongside Alabama state protections.
No
Rent Control
60
Days to Return Deposit
1 month's rent (exceptions for pets, alterations, or increased liability; § 35-9A-201)
Max Deposit
3
Local Protections
Current rent regulation status
No Local Rent Control
Huntsville does not have local rent control. Alabama state law governs rent increase practices.
Without local rent control, landlords in Huntsville may raise rent with proper written notice as required by Alabama law. There is no cap on the amount of increase, but it must not be retaliatory or discriminatory.
Huntsville-specific laws and ordinances
Alabama URLTA governs landlord-tenant relationships
Madison County housing code enforcement
State law limits security deposit to one month's rent
Local ordinances work alongside Alabama state law. Where local protections are stronger, the local rule typically applies. View full Alabama state protections.
Laws that apply to all Alabama renters
Max Security Deposit
1 month's rent (exceptions for pets, alterations, or increased liability; § 35-9A-201)
Deposit Return Deadline
60 days
Entry Notice Required
2 days
Governing Statute
Alabama Code
Common questions about renting in Huntsville
No, Huntsville does not currently have local rent control. Alabama state law governs rent increase rules. Landlords must typically provide proper written notice before raising rent.
In Huntsville, the Alabama state limit of 1 month's rent (exceptions for pets, alterations, or increased liability; § 35-9A-201) applies. Landlords must return deposits within 60 days after you move out.
Huntsville tenants benefit from several protections: Alabama URLTA governs landlord-tenant relationships; Madison County housing code enforcement; State law limits security deposit to one month's rent. These are in addition to Alabama state law.
You can contact the Huntsville local housing authority or code enforcement department to file complaints about habitability issues, discrimination, or landlord violations. Visit your local housing authority's website for details. You can also file with the Alabama attorney general's office for state-level violations.
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