Dakota State University: Which tenant charges may a Madison landlord deduct from a security deposit?
DIRECT ANSWER
Retained South Dakota residential statute includes2026 amendment; private residential lease only. No individual damage or deduction amount determined.
Section43-32-24 allows reasonably necessary amounts for unpaid rent, other money due under an agreement, and restoring the home to its starting condition, excluding ordinary wear. It does not authorize charging ordinary wear as tenant damage.
Source scope and conditions
Retained South Dakota residential statute includes2026 amendment; private residential lease only. No individual damage or deduction amount determined.
Sources & verification
- Codified Law 43-32-24 | South Dakota Legislature 2026amended statutorytext
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