Deadlines & Notice Periods in Portland
Key timelines for tenant actions under ME law and Portland local ordinances. Missing a deadline can forfeit your rights — verify dates with a local attorney.
Habitability 14 M.R.S. § 6021
| Action / Event | Timeline | Authority | Consequence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine treats 14 days from written notice as the floor for 'reasonable time' to repair | 14 days | 14 M.R.S. § 6021 | Prerequisite for filing |
Security Deposit 14 M.R.S. § 6033
| Action / Event | Timeline | Authority | Consequence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landlord must return security deposit | 30 days after tenancy ends | 14 M.R.S. § 6033 | Forfeit Right To Retain Plus Double Damages If Wrongful |
| Return deposit (no written lease) | 21 days after tenancy ends | 14 M.R.S. § 6033 | Shorter window when no written rental agreement |