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 — Paterson, New Jersey Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. This correspondence serves as an official notice concerning the failure to return my security deposit upon the termination of my tenancy at [property address] in Paterson, New Jersey. As per the rental agreement signed on [date], I vacated the premises on [vacating date] and fully complied with all the terms and conditions outlined in the lease agreement. It is to my dismay, however, that despite having fulfilled my obligations as a tenant, I have yet to receive a refund of my security deposit that was submitted in the amount of [dollar amount] at the start of my tenancy. Pursuant to the New Jersey Security Deposit Law, N.J.S.A. 46:8-19 et seq., a landlord is required to return a tenant's security deposit, with any accrued interest, within 30 days after the termination of the tenancy. It has now been [number of days] since I vacated the premises, and I have not received any communication from your office regarding the return or details of any deductions made from the deposit. I request immediate action to return my security deposit in full or provide a detailed written explanation outlining the deductions made, as required by law. In case deductions were made, please ensure that they are in line with New Jersey state statutes, which specify the acceptable reasons and limitations for withholding portions of the security deposit. If the full amount is not returned to me or if the deductions are deemed unlawful, I reserve the right to pursue further legal actions to claim my security deposit and any other applicable damages. I trust that this can be resolved amicably and without legal intervention, but I must remind you of your legal obligations in this matter. Please consider this letter as a final demand for the return of my security deposit within [reasonable timeframe, usually 7-14 days] from the date of this notice. Failure to comply with this request may result in pursuing legal remedies available to me under the law. Should you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [your contact information]. I expect prompt attention to this matter and a swift resolution. Thank you for your cooperation. I look forward to receiving a response from you at your earliest convenience. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant's Address] [Tenant's Contact Information] --- Alternative Paterson, New Jersey Letters from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return: 1. Paterson, New Jersey Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return (Premises Inspection Discrepancies): This letter highlights discrepancies between the initial property inspection report and the landlord's claims to deduce or withhold the security deposit. 2. Paterson, New Jersey Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return (Non-compliance with New Jersey Security Deposit Law): This letter emphasizes the landlord's failure to comply with the New Jersey Security Deposit Law and highlights the potential penalties associated with such non-compliance. 3. Paterson, New Jersey Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return (No Communication from Landlord): This letter expresses concerns over the landlord's lack of communication regarding the status of the security deposit refund and urges the immediate return of the deposit or an explanation for the delay.
Subject: Notice of Failure to Return Security Deposit and Demand for Return — Paterson, New Jersey Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. This correspondence serves as an official notice concerning the failure to return my security deposit upon the termination of my tenancy at [property address] in Paterson, New Jersey. As per the rental agreement signed on [date], I vacated the premises on [vacating date] and fully complied with all the terms and conditions outlined in the lease agreement. It is to my dismay, however, that despite having fulfilled my obligations as a tenant, I have yet to receive a refund of my security deposit that was submitted in the amount of [dollar amount] at the start of my tenancy. Pursuant to the New Jersey Security Deposit Law, N.J.S.A. 46:8-19 et seq., a landlord is required to return a tenant's security deposit, with any accrued interest, within 30 days after the termination of the tenancy. It has now been [number of days] since I vacated the premises, and I have not received any communication from your office regarding the return or details of any deductions made from the deposit. I request immediate action to return my security deposit in full or provide a detailed written explanation outlining the deductions made, as required by law. In case deductions were made, please ensure that they are in line with New Jersey state statutes, which specify the acceptable reasons and limitations for withholding portions of the security deposit. If the full amount is not returned to me or if the deductions are deemed unlawful, I reserve the right to pursue further legal actions to claim my security deposit and any other applicable damages. I trust that this can be resolved amicably and without legal intervention, but I must remind you of your legal obligations in this matter. Please consider this letter as a final demand for the return of my security deposit within [reasonable timeframe, usually 7-14 days] from the date of this notice. Failure to comply with this request may result in pursuing legal remedies available to me under the law. Should you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [your contact information]. I expect prompt attention to this matter and a swift resolution. Thank you for your cooperation. I look forward to receiving a response from you at your earliest convenience. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant's Address] [Tenant's Contact Information] --- Alternative Paterson, New Jersey Letters from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return: 1. Paterson, New Jersey Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return (Premises Inspection Discrepancies): This letter highlights discrepancies between the initial property inspection report and the landlord's claims to deduce or withhold the security deposit. 2. Paterson, New Jersey Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return (Non-compliance with New Jersey Security Deposit Law): This letter emphasizes the landlord's failure to comply with the New Jersey Security Deposit Law and highlights the potential penalties associated with such non-compliance. 3. Paterson, New Jersey Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return (No Communication from Landlord): This letter expresses concerns over the landlord's lack of communication regarding the status of the security deposit refund and urges the immediate return of the deposit or an explanation for the delay.
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