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Georgia Leases and Rental Agreements Laws
More Information on Lease and Rental Agreement Laws
| Code Section | 8-3-201, 202; 44-7-31 |
| Terms of Leases | Rent accepted after expiration of 1 year lease implies renewal of lease for another year (Allen v. Montgomery, 105 S.E. 33) |
| Deposits | Deposit must be deposited in escrow account and held in trust for tenant; any damages subtracted must be itemized and deposit must be returned within 30 days of termination |
| Discrimination | No discrimination on basis of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin; allowable housing for "older people" included in statutes |
| Uniform Residential Landlord & Tenant Act Adopted? | No |
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