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Delaware Late fee grace period

Last reviewed 2026-10-15

Is there a grace period before a late fee can be charged in Delaware?

A late charge may not be imposed within 5 days of the agreed rent due date. It is capped at 5% of monthly rent, and a landlord with no office in the county for receiving rent must allow 3 more days.

Verified Source: 25 Del. C. § 5501(d) · last checked 2026-10-15

Related Delaware rules

Late fees

No more than 5% of the monthly rent, and none within 5 days of the agreed due date.

Verified Source: 25 Del. C. § 5501(d) · last checked 2026-10-15 · Full Delaware late fees page

Eviction notice (nonpayment)

Written demand giving at least 7 days to pay before the landlord may file a court action to terminate the rental agreement.

Verified Source: 25 Del. C. § 5502(a) · last checked 2026-10-23 · Full Delaware eviction notice (nonpayment) page

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