Delaware · Application fees
What can they charge me to apply in Delaware?
A landlord who charges more owes you double the fee.
“A landlord may charge an application fee, not to exceed the greater of either 10 percent of the monthly rent for the rental unit or $50, to determine a tenant’s credit worthiness …”
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What can they charge me to apply?
The greater of 10% of a month's rent or $50.
A landlord who charges more owes you double the fee.
“A landlord may charge an application fee, not to exceed the greater of either 10 percent of the monthly rent for the rental unit or $50, to determine a tenant’s credit worthiness …”
25 Del. C. § 5514(d) · delcode.delaware.gov · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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