IN HB1435

Landlords must maintain rental properties free from pests (rodents, invasive insects), mold, and rot, and must repair or replace essential systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, sanitary, elevators, appliances, secure doors/windows) within 72 hours of tenant notification

Tenants must submit written or electronic repair requests, and landlords must acknowledge receipt within 24 hours; landlords can avoid the 72-hour deadline by demonstrating good faith repair efforts with documented proof

Tenants current on rent for at least 6 months may deposit rent with the court clerk if landlords fail to make repairs by the next payment due date, and may petition the court for repair orders or terminate the lease

During litigation, courts may order tenants to pay rent into trust accounts; prevailing tenants receive refunds while non-prevailing tenants forfeit deposits to landlords, with courts able to adjust amounts based on landlord compliance failures

After June 30, 2026, landlords must either be authorized to do business in Indiana, maintain a physical office in the state, or appoint an Indiana-licensed real estate broker to manage rental properties