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: Notice of Failure to Return Security Deposit and Demand for Return — [Daly City, California] Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter involving the return of my security deposit for the rental unit located at [Rental Property Address] in Daly City, California. As you may be aware, California law requires landlords to return the security deposit to tenants within a specified period, subject to certain conditions. Unfortunately, it has come to my attention that you have failed to comply with these legal obligations. As per the California Civil Code Section 1950.5, I, as a former tenant, am entitled to a complete refund of the security deposit, provided that I have observed all the terms and conditions of the lease agreement and left the premises in a clean and undamaged condition, excluding normal wear and tear. I affirm that I have fulfilled all my responsibilities as a tenant, and therefore, I am entitled to the full return of my security deposit without any deductions. Despite vacating the premises on [Move-Out Date] and adhering to the lease terms, I have not received any communication from you regarding the return of my security deposit within the mandated 21 days period outlined by California law. This is a violation of my rights as a tenant, and I kindly request you to rectify this matter immediately. Therefore, I hereby demand the return of my security deposit in full, amounting to [amount], within [number of days, typically 10-14 days] from the date of this notice. If the full amount is not returned by [deadline], I will have no choice but to pursue legal actions to enforce my rights under California law, including filing a small claims court lawsuit to recover my security deposit, along with any additional damages allowed by law. It is crucial to note that California law imposes certain consequences, such as the payment of statutory penalties, attorney fees, and costs, on landlords who are found to be in violation of their security deposit responsibilities. I believe that resolving this matter amicably would be in both our interests, and I encourage you to reconsider your current position. To avoid any further complications, I suggest we promptly arrange a mutually convenient time for a walk-through inspection of the premises to evaluate the condition it was left in. Please contact me at [your contact number] or email me at [your email address] within [number of days] of receiving this letter to schedule the inspection at the property. I sincerely hope that this matter can be resolved swiftly and with respect for both parties involved. Thank you for your immediate attention to this issue, and I look forward to receiving the full refund of my security deposit as outlined in this letter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Current Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date]Subject: Notice of Failure to Return Security Deposit and Demand for Return — [Daly City, California] Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter involving the return of my security deposit for the rental unit located at [Rental Property Address] in Daly City, California. As you may be aware, California law requires landlords to return the security deposit to tenants within a specified period, subject to certain conditions. Unfortunately, it has come to my attention that you have failed to comply with these legal obligations. As per the California Civil Code Section 1950.5, I, as a former tenant, am entitled to a complete refund of the security deposit, provided that I have observed all the terms and conditions of the lease agreement and left the premises in a clean and undamaged condition, excluding normal wear and tear. I affirm that I have fulfilled all my responsibilities as a tenant, and therefore, I am entitled to the full return of my security deposit without any deductions. Despite vacating the premises on [Move-Out Date] and adhering to the lease terms, I have not received any communication from you regarding the return of my security deposit within the mandated 21 days period outlined by California law. This is a violation of my rights as a tenant, and I kindly request you to rectify this matter immediately. Therefore, I hereby demand the return of my security deposit in full, amounting to [amount], within [number of days, typically 10-14 days] from the date of this notice. If the full amount is not returned by [deadline], I will have no choice but to pursue legal actions to enforce my rights under California law, including filing a small claims court lawsuit to recover my security deposit, along with any additional damages allowed by law. It is crucial to note that California law imposes certain consequences, such as the payment of statutory penalties, attorney fees, and costs, on landlords who are found to be in violation of their security deposit responsibilities. I believe that resolving this matter amicably would be in both our interests, and I encourage you to reconsider your current position. To avoid any further complications, I suggest we promptly arrange a mutually convenient time for a walk-through inspection of the premises to evaluate the condition it was left in. Please contact me at [your contact number] or email me at [your email address] within [number of days] of receiving this letter to schedule the inspection at the property. I sincerely hope that this matter can be resolved swiftly and with respect for both parties involved. Thank you for your immediate attention to this issue, and I look forward to receiving the full refund of my security deposit as outlined in this letter. Yours 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.
