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Kentucky URLTA Move-Out Damage List Rule

At termination of occupancy, KRS 383.580 requires the landlord to inspect and compile a comprehensive list of damage forming the basis of security-deposit charges with estimated repair costs. The tenant has an inspection right and a written dissent process.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20262 official sources cited
At move-outComprehensive damage list

With estimated repair costs.

Tenant rightInspect + dissent

Written dissent matters to a later dispute.

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  • Initial damage list.
  • Final damage list.
  • Specific items disputed in writing.
  • Photos/video.
  • Actual repair evidence if later available.
Kentucky URLTA is locally adopted. Confirm the ordinance covering the rental property before applying KRS 383.580. Educational information only.

Official sources

Kentucky General AssemblyKRS 383.580 — Security deposits ↗

Current Kentucky URLTA security-deposit section covering separate accounts, move-in and move-out damage listings, retention restrictions and 30/60-day unclaimed-deposit procedures.

Kentucky General AssemblyKRS 383.500 — Local adoption of URLTA ↗

Current Kentucky statute authorizing cities, counties and urban-county governments to adopt KRS 383.505 through 383.705 in their entirety and without amendment.

Related Kentucky guides

URLTA Coverage →Security Deposit →Separate Account →Move-In Damage List →