This publication describes what the law requires of both landlords and tenants and also describes some terms that are in typical leases. Motor vehicle leases are subject to the Minnesota general rate sales tax and any local sales taxes that apply.The terms of any rental agreement must be stated in the lease. This can be either a signed, written document or an oral agreement. Minnesota leases must include all the terms and conditions for renting the property including termination terms and rent. Leases or rentals of offroad vehicles are taxable no matter the length of the rental period or the number of payments. A Minnesota lease agreement conveys the terms and conditions of renting residential or commercial real estate from its owner or landlord. A landlord must disclose all nonoptional fees in the lease agreement.​.