Resources and Publications for Landlords

The Southern Maine Landlords Association has made these forms and resources available to keep you informed about new policies, local and state regulations and more resources for landlords in our community.

Click here for the SMLA Landlord Packet which includes

all required landlord forms in the State of Maine.

for SMLA Members only

Disclaimer:

The information and forms provided on this website are offered as a courtesy only and will be utilized at the user's sole and exclusive risk. No information or forms provided should be construed as legal or tax-practice advice. Applicable laws, rules, regulations and practices change constantly; SMLA assumes no obligation to review or update any of these materials at any time. Landlord-tenant and eviction laws, and related rules and practices, different substantially for each jurisdiction; users should assume that all information and forms are completely inaccurate outside of the State of Maine. SMLA, its officers, directors, staff, members and volunteers are not responsible for any damages arising from or related to the use or misuse of any information or forms provided on this website.

Local Programs & Services for Landlords

City of Portland Programs & Services
Efficiency Maine
Advice on Fair Housing (for SMLA Members only)
SMLA Guest Speaker Presentations (for SMLA Members only)
Tenant Emergency Rental Assistance Flyer

Housing Safety

Resources on Bed Bugs (for SMLA members only)
Documents and Resources on Lead Paint (for SMLA members only)
Fire Safety (for SMLA Members only)
Information on Radon (for SMLA members only)
HUD Special Guidance on Service or Support Animals

Rent Control Ordinance

Avenues of Rent Increase provided by BellPort Property Management - October 2021
Small Operation Residential Management Agreement - October 2021
Rental Control Ordinance FAQs for Landlords - September 2021
Instructions for Filing a Residential Forcible Entry and Detainer (Eviction) Case - August 2021
City of Portland Rental Housing Rights - August 2021
Rent Control FAQs - February 2022

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