What to put in a written repair scope for a Maine rental (What do Maine landlord tenant laws say about repairs, entry and deposits?)
From https://instabids.ai/us/property-managers/landlord-tenant-law/maine (facts read 2026-10-29)

[ ] The condition in plain words, with photos, and whether it endangers or materially impairs the health or safety of the tenants, the 6026(1) standard for a landlord who enters into a lease or tenancy at will agreement (not a structure containing no more than 5 dwelling units, one of which is occupied by the landlord, 6026(8)).
[ ] The date the tenant's written notice arrived and whether it came return receipt requested, since the 14 days of 6026(2) run from it for a repair whose reasonable cost of compliance is within the 6026(2) limit and not for damage caused by the tenant (6026(2)); section 6026 does not apply to a structure containing no more than 5 dwelling units, one of which is occupied by the landlord (6026(8)).
[ ] The entry date and the date the landlord gave notice of the intent to enter: 24 hours is presumed to be a reasonable notice under 6025(2), except in the case of emergency or if it is impracticable to do so.
[ ] Where the landlord is obligated by agreement or lease to provide heat: whether the heating facilities are capable of maintaining at least 68 degrees Fahrenheit under the 6021(6) test.
[ ] For move-out repairs: whether the tenancy is a written rental agreement (the security deposit returned or the itemized statement given within the time stated in the agreement, not to exceed 30 days) under 6033(2), outside a structure containing no more than 5 dwelling units, one of which is occupied by the landlord.
[ ] For a tenancy at will: the date of the termination of the tenancy or the surrender and acceptance of the premises, whichever occurs later, since the 21 days of 6033(2) to return the security deposit or give the itemized statement run from it, outside a structure containing no more than 5 dwelling units, one of which is occupied by the landlord.