Nevada Late fees
Can a landlord charge a late fee in Nevada, and how much?
Must be reasonable and in the lease. For tenancies longer than week-to-week, no late fee until at least 3 calendar days after rent is due, and the fee can't exceed 5% of the periodic rent.
Verified Source: NRS 118A.210(4) · last checked 2026-10-23
How this works in Nevada
Nevada requires a late fee to be reasonable and set out in the lease. For tenancies longer than week-to-week, you may not charge a late fee until at least 3 calendar days after rent is due, and the fee may not exceed 5% of the periodic rent.
Worked example for Nevada
Example: The lease provides for a late fee, and periodic rent is $1,000 on a month-to-month tenancy, which is longer than week-to-week. A late fee may not be charged until at least 3 calendar days after rent is due, and it may not exceed 5% of that periodic rent, which is $50.
Nevada timelines and limits
| Must be in the lease | The fee must be reasonable and set out in the lease |
|---|---|
| Tenancies longer than week-to-week | No late fee until at least 3 calendar days after rent is due |
| Cap, for those tenancies | 5% of the periodic rent |
Nevada FAQ
How much can a Nevada landlord charge for late rent?
For tenancies longer than week-to-week, no more than 5% of the periodic rent, and only if the fee is reasonable and set out in the lease, under NRS 118A.210(4).
When may I first charge the fee?
For tenancies longer than week-to-week, not until at least 3 calendar days after rent is due.
Does the 3-day waiting period apply to a week-to-week tenancy?
The 3 calendar day waiting period and the 5% cap are stated for tenancies longer than week-to-week.
Sources for this section: NRS 118A.210(4) (checked 2026-10-23)
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