Alaska Rental Lease Agreement Templates

Types (6)

Commercial (PDF)

For landlords leasing office, retail, industrial, or other business-use property to a commercial tenant.

Lease-to-Own (PDF)

A standard rental contract that includes an option for the tenant to buy the property at a predetermined price.

Month-to-Month

A tenancy-at-will arrangement that continues on a rolling basis until either party provides 30 days’ written notice to end it.

Roommate (PDF)

Signed by tenants sharing a dwelling to set expectations for rent payments, utility costs, and common area responsibilities.

Standard (Residential)

A fixed-term contract, commonly lasting one year, between a landlord and tenant for the rental of a residential property.

Sublease (PDF)

Permits an existing tenant to rent out all or a portion of their leased space to another individual for the remainder of the lease.

What is an Alaska Lease Agreement?

An Alaska lease agreement provides both the property owner and renter with a written record of the terms governing a tenancy. It covers the rent amount, length of occupancy, maintenance duties, and conditions for renewal or termination.

Alaska’s extreme climate places additional obligations on landlords. Property owners must keep heating systems operational and buildings adequately weatherproofed throughout the lease term.

State Laws & Guides

Laws: Alaska Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Title 34, Chapter 03)

Guide: The Alaska Landlord & Tenant Act: What it Means to You (PDF)

When is Rent Due?

Unless explicitly stated in the agreement, rent is payable at the beginning of the term for leases shorter than one month, and otherwise in monthly installments at the beginning of each month. There is no grace period in Alaska.[1]

Landlord’s Access

Emergency: Landlord may enter the dwelling unit without the tenant’s consent in the case of an emergency.[2]

Non-Emergency: Landlord must give at least 24 hours’ notice of intention to enter and may only enter at reasonable times with the tenant’s consent. The landlord may not abuse the right of access or use it to harass the tenant.[3]

Landlord’s Duties

Landlords are required to provide the following:[4]

• Repairs: make all repairs necessary to keep the rental unit in a fit and habitable condition.
• Cleaning: keep all common areas clean and safe for tenants.
• Garbage: provide tenants with a means of disposing of trash and other waste.
• Smoke Detectors: provide and maintain both smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
• Locks: provide and maintain locks and keys when requested by tenants.
• Running Water & Heat: supply running water, heated water, and heat at all times, unless waived in the lease or solely under the tenant’s control.

Tenant’s Duties

Tenants are required to comply with the following:[5]

• Cleaning: keep the rental unit clean and livable.
• Trash Disposal: dispose of all trash, ashes, and rubbish in a safe manner.
• Plumbing: keep plumbing fixtures clean and in working order.
• Appliances & Facilities: use all appliances, heating and cooling systems, and facilities in the manner intended.
• Property Damage: refrain from deliberately or negligently damaging the rental property or common areas.
• Keep the Peace: do not disturb neighboring tenants with excessive noise or other disruptive behavior.
• Smoke Detectors: maintain all installed smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
• Locks: tenants cannot change the locks without the landlord’s written consent. In emergencies, locks may be changed immediately, but the tenant must notify the landlord and provide a set of keys within 5 days.
• Occupants: do not exceed the maximum number of occupants allowed by the lease, law, or applicable covenant.

Required Disclosures

Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: Required under federal law if the residence was constructed prior to 1978.[9]

Landlord Identification: The landlord must disclose in the rental agreement the name and address of the person authorized to manage the property and the person authorized to receive notices and demands on behalf of the owner.[6]

Extended Absence: Unless otherwise agreed, the tenant must notify the landlord if they will be absent from the premises for more than 7 days.[7]

Subleasing: Tenants may not sublease the rental unit without the landlord’s written consent.[8]

Retaliation: Landlords are prohibited from retaliating against tenants by raising rent, decreasing services, or threatening eviction after a tenant has filed a complaint regarding a violation, joined a tenants’ union, or reported a code violation to a government agency.[10]

Security Deposits

Maximum Amount: 2 months’ rent. If the monthly rent exceeds $2,000, there is no limit on the deposit amount.[11]

Returning to Tenant: 14 days after termination if the tenant provided proper notice and there are no deductions. If the tenant did not provide proper notice or deductions are being made, the landlord has 30 days to return the deposit with an itemized list of any charges.[12]

Deposit Interest: Not required. The deposit must be held in a separate trust account, but the account does not need to be interest-bearing.[13]

Uses of the Deposit: Landlords may deduct for unpaid rent, tenant-caused damages beyond normal wear and tear, and other charges allowed under the lease. An itemized list of deductions must be provided to the tenant.[12]