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 — Demand for Return Dear [Landlord's Name], I trust this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter concerning the return of my security deposit following the termination of my lease at [rental property address]. As stipulated in our lease agreement, I provided a security deposit in the amount of [security deposit amount] on [date]. The lease was valid from [start date] to [end date], and I vacated the premises on [move-out date]. It has now been more than [number of days/months] since my tenancy ended, and I have yet to receive my security deposit or any written explanation regarding its withholding. Based on the tenant-landlord laws governing Cedar Rapids, Iowa, it is my understanding that landlords are required to return the security deposit within [number of days] of the lease termination or provide a written accounting of any deductions made. Failure to comply can result in penalties and legal action. Regrettably, I have not received any communication from you regarding the status of my security deposit or any deductions since I moved out. Therefore, I hereby formally request the immediate return of my security deposit in full. Kindly note that, under the State of Iowa Code, Section [relevant section number], there is a provision for damages in case the landlord fails to comply with these requirements. I trust that we can resolve this matter amicably without needing to escalate it further. To ensure a prompt resolution, I kindly request that you acknowledge this letter within [number of days] and inform me of your plans regarding the return of my security deposit. In the absence of any response or resolution within this timeframe, I may have no option but to seek legal recourse to recover my deposit, as allowed by law. Please be aware that this letter is not intended as a threat but rather as an attempt to resolve the issue without resorting to legal action, which can be costly and time-consuming for both parties involved. I have always been a responsible tenant, and I fulfilled all my responsibilities throughout my tenancy. As such, I believe that the return of my security deposit is warranted. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter by signing and returning the attached copy. I kindly request that all correspondence regarding this matter be in writing to ensure transparency and clear communication. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and anticipate a swift resolution. Furthermore, I hope that we can resolve this matter amicably in order to avoid any unnecessary further action. Thank you for your cooperation and prompt action. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Phone Number] [Email Address] Keywords: Cedar Rapids Iowa, letter, tenant, landlord, notice, failure to return, security deposit, demand for return, tenant-landlord lawsSubject: Notice of Failure to Return Security Deposit — Demand for Return Dear [Landlord's Name], I trust this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter concerning the return of my security deposit following the termination of my lease at [rental property address]. As stipulated in our lease agreement, I provided a security deposit in the amount of [security deposit amount] on [date]. The lease was valid from [start date] to [end date], and I vacated the premises on [move-out date]. It has now been more than [number of days/months] since my tenancy ended, and I have yet to receive my security deposit or any written explanation regarding its withholding. Based on the tenant-landlord laws governing Cedar Rapids, Iowa, it is my understanding that landlords are required to return the security deposit within [number of days] of the lease termination or provide a written accounting of any deductions made. Failure to comply can result in penalties and legal action. Regrettably, I have not received any communication from you regarding the status of my security deposit or any deductions since I moved out. Therefore, I hereby formally request the immediate return of my security deposit in full. Kindly note that, under the State of Iowa Code, Section [relevant section number], there is a provision for damages in case the landlord fails to comply with these requirements. I trust that we can resolve this matter amicably without needing to escalate it further. To ensure a prompt resolution, I kindly request that you acknowledge this letter within [number of days] and inform me of your plans regarding the return of my security deposit. In the absence of any response or resolution within this timeframe, I may have no option but to seek legal recourse to recover my deposit, as allowed by law. Please be aware that this letter is not intended as a threat but rather as an attempt to resolve the issue without resorting to legal action, which can be costly and time-consuming for both parties involved. I have always been a responsible tenant, and I fulfilled all my responsibilities throughout my tenancy. As such, I believe that the return of my security deposit is warranted. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter by signing and returning the attached copy. I kindly request that all correspondence regarding this matter be in writing to ensure transparency and clear communication. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and anticipate a swift resolution. Furthermore, I hope that we can resolve this matter amicably in order to avoid any unnecessary further action. Thank you for your cooperation and prompt action. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Phone Number] [Email Address] Keywords: Cedar Rapids Iowa, letter, tenant, landlord, notice, failure to return, security deposit, demand for return, tenant-landlord laws
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.
