This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State. This form is from a Tenant to Landlord providing Landlord with legal notice of his/her failure to-date to return all of the prepaid but unearned rent. Because Tenant's departure resulted from Landlord's breach of Lease Agreement and/or other wrongful conduct contrary to applicable landlord-tenant law, Tenant is demanding a refund of all prepaid but unearned rent.
Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Return Prepaid and Unearned Rent and Security Deposit in Riverside, California [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Failure to Return Prepaid Rent, Unearned Rent, and Security Deposit Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to address a pressing matter regarding the return of the prepaid rent, unearned rent, and security deposit pertaining to the rental property located at [Rental Property Address], in Riverside, California. It has come to my attention that despite the termination of our tenancy as stipulated in our rental agreement, you have failed to promptly refund the prepaid rent and unearned rent amounting to [Prepaid Rent Amount] and [Unearned Rent Amount] respectively. Additionally, the security deposit in the sum of [Security Deposit Amount] has not been returned within the legal time frame required by California state law. As a responsible tenant, I fulfilled all obligations and requirements during my tenancy. The property was handed over to you in an acceptable condition, free of any major damages or outstanding repairs. I have duly paid my rent on time, including [Prepaid Rent Period], for which I should be rightfully reimbursed due to the premature termination of the lease. According to the California Civil Code Section 1950.5, landlords are obligated to return a tenant's security deposit within 21 calendar days after the termination of the tenancy, or provide a written explanation of any deductions made. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in legal consequences, including the tenant's right to recover the improperly withheld amount in small claims court. I kindly request that you immediately rectify this matter by returning the total sum of [Total Amount Due] to me within the next 10 calendar days from the receipt of this letter. If you fail to honor this request, I will have no choice but to pursue legal action to protect my rights as a tenant under California law. Please be advised that any further communication regarding this matter should be conducted in writing. I have retained copies of all relevant documents, including the lease agreement, receipts, and correspondence, which will be submitted as evidence if legal proceedings become necessary. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this issue amicably and avoid any further complications. I look forward to receiving the full refund owed to me. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Return Prepaid and Unearned Rent and Security Deposit in Riverside, California [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Failure to Return Prepaid Rent, Unearned Rent, and Security Deposit Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to address a pressing matter regarding the return of the prepaid rent, unearned rent, and security deposit pertaining to the rental property located at [Rental Property Address], in Riverside, California. It has come to my attention that despite the termination of our tenancy as stipulated in our rental agreement, you have failed to promptly refund the prepaid rent and unearned rent amounting to [Prepaid Rent Amount] and [Unearned Rent Amount] respectively. Additionally, the security deposit in the sum of [Security Deposit Amount] has not been returned within the legal time frame required by California state law. As a responsible tenant, I fulfilled all obligations and requirements during my tenancy. The property was handed over to you in an acceptable condition, free of any major damages or outstanding repairs. I have duly paid my rent on time, including [Prepaid Rent Period], for which I should be rightfully reimbursed due to the premature termination of the lease. According to the California Civil Code Section 1950.5, landlords are obligated to return a tenant's security deposit within 21 calendar days after the termination of the tenancy, or provide a written explanation of any deductions made. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in legal consequences, including the tenant's right to recover the improperly withheld amount in small claims court. I kindly request that you immediately rectify this matter by returning the total sum of [Total Amount Due] to me within the next 10 calendar days from the receipt of this letter. If you fail to honor this request, I will have no choice but to pursue legal action to protect my rights as a tenant under California law. Please be advised that any further communication regarding this matter should be conducted in writing. I have retained copies of all relevant documents, including the lease agreement, receipts, and correspondence, which will be submitted as evidence if legal proceedings become necessary. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this issue amicably and avoid any further complications. I look forward to receiving the full refund owed to me. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]
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.
