This is a formal demand letter from a Tenant to Landlord demanding return of Tenant's security deposit after vacating the premises. This form informs Landlord that he/she has a limited number of days as permitted by state statutory law to refund Tenant's deposit or legal sanctions may ensue.
Subject: Tucson, Arizona Letter from Tenant to Landlord — Notice of Failure to Return Security Deposit and Demand for Return Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter of utmost importance regarding the security deposit I submitted upon moving into the [Apartment/House/Unit] located at [Property Address], Tucson, Arizona, [ZIP Code]. As per the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, specifically A.R.S. § 33-1321, it states that a landlord is required to return the security deposit within 14 days after the termination of the tenancy, accompanied by an itemized list of deductions if any. It has now been more than [number of days elapsed since tenancy ended] since the termination of my tenancy, and I have yet to receive any communication from you regarding the return of my security deposit. Despite leaving the premises in a clean and undamaged condition, I am distressed to find that my deposit has not been refunded. I would like to point out that I have fulfilled all my obligations as a tenant, including paying rent on time and returning the property in a satisfactory condition. According to the terms of our lease agreement, I am entitled to the return of my full security deposit, which amounted to [amount of security deposit]. To resolve this matter amicably, I kindly request the immediate return of my security deposit in full. I trust that you will comply with your legal obligations and promptly refund the deposit to avoid any unnecessary legal actions. Alternatively, if you believe there are legitimate deductions, please provide me with a detailed itemized statement explaining the deductions made from my security deposit. This statement should include the description of damages, estimated repair costs, and any receipts or supporting documents substantiating these deductions. As stated in the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, any unreturned portion of the security deposit should be accompanied by this itemized list. Please be aware that failure to return my security deposit or provide a detailed itemized list of deductions within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 5 business days] from the date of this letter will leave me with no choice but to pursue legal action to recover my deposit. Pursuant to Arizona law, such actions may entail not only the actual damages I have suffered but also entitle me to seek treble damages if it is determined that you acted in bad faith. I genuinely hope that we can resolve this matter amicably without escalating it further. However, I am prepared to exercise my rights as a tenant and pursue legal remedies if necessary. I appreciate your immediate attention to this matter. Please contact me at [your phone number] or [your email address] to discuss further details or to arrange for the return of my security deposit. Thank you for your cooperation, and I look forward to resolving this issue promptly. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Current Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date]Subject: Tucson, Arizona Letter from Tenant to Landlord — Notice of Failure to Return Security Deposit and Demand for Return Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter of utmost importance regarding the security deposit I submitted upon moving into the [Apartment/House/Unit] located at [Property Address], Tucson, Arizona, [ZIP Code]. As per the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, specifically A.R.S. § 33-1321, it states that a landlord is required to return the security deposit within 14 days after the termination of the tenancy, accompanied by an itemized list of deductions if any. It has now been more than [number of days elapsed since tenancy ended] since the termination of my tenancy, and I have yet to receive any communication from you regarding the return of my security deposit. Despite leaving the premises in a clean and undamaged condition, I am distressed to find that my deposit has not been refunded. I would like to point out that I have fulfilled all my obligations as a tenant, including paying rent on time and returning the property in a satisfactory condition. According to the terms of our lease agreement, I am entitled to the return of my full security deposit, which amounted to [amount of security deposit]. To resolve this matter amicably, I kindly request the immediate return of my security deposit in full. I trust that you will comply with your legal obligations and promptly refund the deposit to avoid any unnecessary legal actions. Alternatively, if you believe there are legitimate deductions, please provide me with a detailed itemized statement explaining the deductions made from my security deposit. This statement should include the description of damages, estimated repair costs, and any receipts or supporting documents substantiating these deductions. As stated in the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, any unreturned portion of the security deposit should be accompanied by this itemized list. Please be aware that failure to return my security deposit or provide a detailed itemized list of deductions within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 5 business days] from the date of this letter will leave me with no choice but to pursue legal action to recover my deposit. Pursuant to Arizona law, such actions may entail not only the actual damages I have suffered but also entitle me to seek treble damages if it is determined that you acted in bad faith. I genuinely hope that we can resolve this matter amicably without escalating it further. However, I am prepared to exercise my rights as a tenant and pursue legal remedies if necessary. I appreciate your immediate attention to this matter. Please contact me at [your phone number] or [your email address] to discuss further details or to arrange for the return of my security deposit. Thank you for your cooperation, and I look forward to resolving this issue promptly. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Current Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date]
Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.