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Minnesota Ordinary Wear & Tear vs Damage

Minnesota permits withholding reasonably necessary to restore the premises to their starting condition, but § 504B.178 expressly excludes ordinary wear and tear.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20262 official sources cited
Ordinary wearExcluded

Express statutory language.

Proof of withholdingLandlord burden

In an action concerning the deposit.

Compare baseline and cause

  • Initial inspection or agreed photos/video.
  • Move-out inspection evidence.
  • Length of tenancy and item age.
  • Specific event alleged to have caused damage.
  • Repair/replacement evidence.

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Educational statewide guide. Billing method, lease disclosures, address/delivery instructions, inspections and local rules can change the result. This page is not legal advice.

Official sources

Minnesota Revisor of StatutesMinnesota Statutes § 504B.178 — security deposits ↗

Current official statute for 1% interest, 21-day return/accounting, ordinary-wear exclusion, burden of proof and remedies.

Minnesota Revisor of StatutesMinnesota Statutes § 504B.182 — initial and final inspections ↗

Current official statute requiring notice of the option to request initial and move-out inspections.

Related Minnesota guides

Security Deposit →21-Day Rule →1% Interest →Initial Inspection →