Laws
Itemized List: Any outstanding rent, damages, or other fees that have accumulated during the tenancy can be subtracted from the deposit. The landlord must provide a list of all such costs along with the remainder of the security deposit.[1]
Deadline: Should the landlord withhold the deposit for 20 days or more, the tenant may deliver to them a letter requesting that the money be returned to them in full.[2]
Penalties: The landlord may be liable for double the amount of the initial deposit if they fail to adhere to the notice.[3]
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