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Minnesota Late fee grace period

Last reviewed 2026-10-15

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

A late fee may be charged after the due date only if agreed in writing, and it may not exceed 8% of the overdue rent. There is no statutory grace period.

Verified Source: Minn. Stat. § 504B.177(a) · last checked 2026-10-15

Related Minnesota rules

Late fees

Allowed only if agreed in writing (the agreement must say when the fee applies); the fee may not exceed 8% of the overdue rent payment.

Verified Source: Minn. Stat. § 504B.177(a) · last checked 2026-10-15 · Full Minnesota late fees page

Eviction notice (nonpayment)

Before filing for nonpayment, the landlord must deliver a written notice with the amount due and required statements; the landlord may file only if the tenant does not pay or move out within 14 days (longer if a local law requires).

Verified Source: Minn. Stat. § 504B.321, subd. 1a · last checked 2026-10-15 · Full Minnesota eviction notice (nonpayment) page

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