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Idaho Normal Wear and Tear vs Rental Damage

Section 6-321 defines normal wear and tear as deterioration from intended use without negligence, carelessness, accident, misuse or abuse. The landlord may not retain deposit money to cover that normal wear.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20262 official sources cited
Normal wear deductionNot allowed

Expressly excluded by § 6-321.

Damage analysisCondition + cause

Compare age, ordinary use and evidence of tenant-caused damage.

Evidence to compare

  • Move-in condition photos.
  • Move-out photos.
  • Age of carpet, paint, blinds, appliances and fixtures.
  • Repair versus replacement scope.
  • Actual invoice or expenditure list.
Check the lease period and surrender date. Idaho defaults to 21 days but permits an agreed period up to 30 days. Educational information only.

Official sources

Idaho LegislatureIdaho Code § 6-321 — Security deposits ↗

Primary Idaho security-deposit statute covering refund timing, normal wear, itemized deductions and separate-account duties for certain third-party managers.

Idaho Office of the Attorney GeneralLandlord and Tenant Guidelines ↗

Current official Idaho consumer manual explaining the 21-day rule, agreement extension up to 30 days, wear vs damage and tenant demand procedure.

Related Idaho guides

Security Deposit →21 / 30-Day Rule →Itemized Deductions →3-Day Demand →