Georgia law mandates that residential landlords provide tenants with specific disclosures, both before and at the time of signing the lease. These disclosures are designed to ensure transparency regarding property conditions and landlord accountability.

Official Law Citation: Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A. § 44-7-20, § 44-7-3, and § 44-7-34)

State-Mandated Disclosures

1. Landlord or Authorized Agent Identity (O.C.G.A. § 44-7-3)

Every residential lease in Georgia must disclose in writing:

• The name and address of the owner of the property, or
• The name and address of the authorized agent legally empowered to act on the owner's behalf for purposes of receiving legal notices, accepting service of process, and managing the property.

This disclosure ensures the tenant always knows who to contact and ensures that legal service (such as demands during disputes) can be properly directed.

2. Flooding History Disclosure (O.C.G.A. § 44-7-20)

Georgia landlords must inform prospective tenants in writing if the dwelling unit has been flood-damaged at least three times during the five (5) years immediately preceding the date of the lease.

This disclosure is particularly significant for properties in floodplains or areas impacted by hurricanes and severe storms. Failure to disclose known flood damage can expose the landlord to liability for damages caused to the tenant's personal property during a subsequent flood.

3. Move-In Condition Report (O.C.G.A. § 44-7-34)

For landlords who own more than 10 rental units or who use a property management agent, Georgia law requires providing an itemized list of all pre-existing damages to the rental unit. This document must be presented to the tenant at the start of the tenancy, and both parties should sign it.

This disclosure directly ties into the security deposit process, as it establishes a baseline condition for the property that will be compared against the condition at move-out.

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4. Security Deposit Location

Landlords with 10+ units (or using a manager) must provide written notice within 30 days of receiving the deposit. This notice must identify:

• The name of the financial institution where the escrow account is held.
• OR the existence of a surety bond filed with the superior court clerk.

Federally Mandated Disclosures

Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (Pre-1978 Homes)

For any residential dwelling built prior to 1978, federal law requires landlords to:

1. Provide the EPA pamphlet: "Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home."
2. Disclose any known lead-based paint or lead hazards in the unit.
3. Include a Lead Warning Statement in the lease, signed by both parties.

Best Practice Disclosures

While not strictly mandated by state statute in all cases, best practices for Georgia landlords include disclosing:

• Mold History: Any known history of mold remediation in the unit.
• HOA/Condo Association Rules: If the property is part of an HOA, disclose the rules the tenant must follow.
• Pest Control Responsibilities: Whether the landlord or tenant is responsible for pest control.

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