This bill amends several sections of the Idaho Code related to landlords and tenants, primarily focusing on the regulation of rental agreements and the prohibition of rent control by local governments. Notably, it introduces a new section, 55-306, which explicitly states that local governmental units cannot enact ordinances that would mandate property owners to participate in federal housing assistance programs or regulate rents, fees, or deposits for leasing private residential properties. Additionally, the bill redesignates multiple sections of the Idaho Code, including sections 55-304 through 55-314, to streamline the legal framework surrounding landlord-tenant relationships.

The bill also makes specific amendments to existing sections, such as removing provisions related to defendant parties in eviction proceedings and updating code references. It establishes that landlords must provide tenants with written notice of any rent increases or nonrenewal of leases at least thirty days in advance. Furthermore, it clarifies that any fees imposed on tenants must be reasonable and in accordance with the rental agreement. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 6-308, 39-3503, 55-304, 55-305, 55-306, 55-307, 55-308, 55-309, 55-310, 55-311, 55-312, 55-313, 55-314, 55-2006