Disputes between landlords and tenants are common, and many may be avoided when both parties are more aware of their rights and responsibilities.
Here are some resources on Missouri's Landlord-Tenant Law and the rental process.
Missouri's Landlord-Tenant Law Publication
Missouri's Landlord-Tenant Law Publication by the Office of the Missouri Attorney General.
A 20-page guide that can help tenants and landlords avoid disputes.
Missouri State Law – Landlord-Tenant Issues
Chapters 441,
534 and
535 in the
Missouri Revised Statutes address landlord-tenant issues.
Missouri Bar Publication
Your Rights as a Tenant in the Consumers and the Law Resource Guide
Clay County Resources
Clay County, MO - Municipalities
City of Excelsior Springs
City of Gladstone
City of Liberty - Landlord-Tenant FAQs
City of Liberty Safe Residence Program
Liberty Landlords Association
North Kansas City Safe Residence Program
U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Local Tenant Rights, Laws and Protections: Missouri
Housing Complaint Line or call toll-free 1-800-685-8470 / TTY 1-800-432-2209