This is a sample letter from a Tenant to the Landlord. This letter serves as Notice to the Landlord that he/she must return the Tenant's security deposit deductions immediately or risk legal actions.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice of Wrongful Deductions from Security Deposit and Demand for Return Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to inform you of several issues regarding the deductions made from my security deposit that I find to be wrongful and against the terms of our lease agreement. I kindly request an immediate return of the full amount, as per the laws governing security deposits in Indianapolis, Indiana. Firstly, it is important to note that the Indiana Tenant-Landlord laws state that deductions from a security deposit must be justified and reasonable, limited to the cost of damages beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid rent, and other specific expenses mentioned in the lease agreement. Upon a thorough review of the itemized deductions you provided, I believe that several deductions have been made erroneously or have exceeded the permissible limits. I will outline each point of contention in detail, referencing relevant keywords to highlight the breaches: 1. Excessive damage charges: According to the lease agreement, I am responsible for damages beyond normal wear and tear. However, your deduction for repair costs related to [specific damage] seems excessive and disproportionate. I hereby demand a detailed breakdown of the charges, including estimates, invoices, and proof of payment. 2. Failure to provide proper notice: As stipulated in the lease agreement and Indiana law, a landlord must provide written notice of any deductions made within 45 days of the lease termination or occupancy termination, whichever is later. However, I received the itemized deductions' statement [number of days/months] after the legal deadline, violating my rights as a tenant. 3. Missing receipts or invoices: In your deductions, you mentioned charges for [specific expenses] without providing any supporting documentation such as receipts or invoices. Without these necessary documents, I am unable to ascertain the legitimacy and accuracy of these deductions. I request that you provide these documents immediately to substantiate the deductions. 4. Failure to return full amount: Indiana law requires landlords to return the security deposit within 45 days, minus any justified deductions. However, given the error in deductions and the untimely notice, I demand the return of the full security deposit amount without any further delay. In light of the aforementioned issues, I expect a prompt resolution within [reasonable timeline, e.g., 10 business days] from the date of this letter. Failure to comply with the legal obligations pertaining to security deposit deductions may result in legal action to protect my rights as a tenant, including the pursuit of applicable statutory damages. To facilitate direct communication, I request that you acknowledge receipt of this letter and provide me with your response in writing via certified mail or email within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 5 business days] from the date of receiving this letter. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I trust that you will address this issue promptly and resolve it in a fair and lawful manner. I look forward to receiving the full refund of my security deposit without further ado. Yours sincerely, [Your Name][Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice of Wrongful Deductions from Security Deposit and Demand for Return Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to inform you of several issues regarding the deductions made from my security deposit that I find to be wrongful and against the terms of our lease agreement. I kindly request an immediate return of the full amount, as per the laws governing security deposits in Indianapolis, Indiana. Firstly, it is important to note that the Indiana Tenant-Landlord laws state that deductions from a security deposit must be justified and reasonable, limited to the cost of damages beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid rent, and other specific expenses mentioned in the lease agreement. Upon a thorough review of the itemized deductions you provided, I believe that several deductions have been made erroneously or have exceeded the permissible limits. I will outline each point of contention in detail, referencing relevant keywords to highlight the breaches: 1. Excessive damage charges: According to the lease agreement, I am responsible for damages beyond normal wear and tear. However, your deduction for repair costs related to [specific damage] seems excessive and disproportionate. I hereby demand a detailed breakdown of the charges, including estimates, invoices, and proof of payment. 2. Failure to provide proper notice: As stipulated in the lease agreement and Indiana law, a landlord must provide written notice of any deductions made within 45 days of the lease termination or occupancy termination, whichever is later. However, I received the itemized deductions' statement [number of days/months] after the legal deadline, violating my rights as a tenant. 3. Missing receipts or invoices: In your deductions, you mentioned charges for [specific expenses] without providing any supporting documentation such as receipts or invoices. Without these necessary documents, I am unable to ascertain the legitimacy and accuracy of these deductions. I request that you provide these documents immediately to substantiate the deductions. 4. Failure to return full amount: Indiana law requires landlords to return the security deposit within 45 days, minus any justified deductions. However, given the error in deductions and the untimely notice, I demand the return of the full security deposit amount without any further delay. In light of the aforementioned issues, I expect a prompt resolution within [reasonable timeline, e.g., 10 business days] from the date of this letter. Failure to comply with the legal obligations pertaining to security deposit deductions may result in legal action to protect my rights as a tenant, including the pursuit of applicable statutory damages. To facilitate direct communication, I request that you acknowledge receipt of this letter and provide me with your response in writing via certified mail or email within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 5 business days] from the date of receiving this letter. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I trust that you will address this issue promptly and resolve it in a fair and lawful manner. I look forward to receiving the full refund of my security deposit without further ado. 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.
