Property Management
What is 'normal wear and tear' versus 'damage' in Nevada landlord-tenant law?
AAll damage to a rental unit is the tenant's responsibility regardless of cause
BNormal wear and tear is the gradual, expected deterioration from ordinary use (faded paint, carpet pile flattening) — landlords cannot deduct this from security deposits; damage (holes in walls, stains) is beyond normal use and is deductible✓ Correct
CNevada law allows landlords to charge for all cleaning regardless of the unit's condition
DNormal wear and tear applies only to carpet and paint in Nevada
Explanation
Under NRS 118A, landlords cannot deduct normal wear and tear from security deposits. Normal wear and tear includes minor scuffs, faded paint, worn carpet from regular use, and small nail holes. Damage — large holes, pet stains, broken fixtures, unauthorized alterations — goes beyond normal use and can be deducted. Property managers should document unit condition at move-in and move-out with photos and written checklists to support or dispute security deposit deductions.
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