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.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice of Failure to Return Security Deposit and Demand for Return Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to address the matter of my security deposit, which I have yet to receive since vacating the rental property located at [Rental Property Address] on [Move-Out Date]. As a tenant who abided by the terms and conditions stated in the lease agreement, I find it necessary to bring to your attention the fact that you have failed to return the full amount of my security deposit within the legally mandated timeframe of [number of days] days after my move-out date, as stipulated by the state of New York's landlord-tenant laws. I would like to remind you that under New York State Real Property Law, Section 7-108, landlords are obligated to return the tenant's security deposit within a reasonable time frame after the termination of the tenancy, not to exceed [number of days] days. Failure to comply with this legal requirement may result in financial penalties and legal action. Enclosed with this letter, you will find a copy of my move-out inspection report, which clearly demonstrates the excellent condition in which I left the premises. Despite fulfilling my duties as a tenant, I have not received any communication from you regarding the return of the security deposit. To resolve this matter amicably, I hereby demand the immediate return of my security deposit in full, amounting to [dollar amount]. Please remit the payment no later than [dates (e.g., within 10 business days from the receipt of this letter)]. Should I not receive the aforementioned amount within the specified time frame, I will have no choice but to pursue legal recourse, which may include initiating a small claims court action. I trust that we can handle this matter professionally and promptly. If you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address]. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving a timely resolution regarding the refund of my security deposit. Sincerely, [Your Name] Keyword(s): Kings New York, Letter from Tenant to Landlord, Notice of failure to return security deposit, Demand for return, security deposit, tenant, landlord, failure to return, demand letter, move-out date, rental property, lease agreement, New York State Real Property Law, Section 7-108, move-out inspection report, amicably, payment, legal recourse, small claims court action, resolution.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice of Failure to Return Security Deposit and Demand for Return Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to address the matter of my security deposit, which I have yet to receive since vacating the rental property located at [Rental Property Address] on [Move-Out Date]. As a tenant who abided by the terms and conditions stated in the lease agreement, I find it necessary to bring to your attention the fact that you have failed to return the full amount of my security deposit within the legally mandated timeframe of [number of days] days after my move-out date, as stipulated by the state of New York's landlord-tenant laws. I would like to remind you that under New York State Real Property Law, Section 7-108, landlords are obligated to return the tenant's security deposit within a reasonable time frame after the termination of the tenancy, not to exceed [number of days] days. Failure to comply with this legal requirement may result in financial penalties and legal action. Enclosed with this letter, you will find a copy of my move-out inspection report, which clearly demonstrates the excellent condition in which I left the premises. Despite fulfilling my duties as a tenant, I have not received any communication from you regarding the return of the security deposit. To resolve this matter amicably, I hereby demand the immediate return of my security deposit in full, amounting to [dollar amount]. Please remit the payment no later than [dates (e.g., within 10 business days from the receipt of this letter)]. Should I not receive the aforementioned amount within the specified time frame, I will have no choice but to pursue legal recourse, which may include initiating a small claims court action. I trust that we can handle this matter professionally and promptly. If you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address]. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving a timely resolution regarding the refund of my security deposit. Sincerely, [Your Name] Keyword(s): Kings New York, Letter from Tenant to Landlord, Notice of failure to return security deposit, Demand for return, security deposit, tenant, landlord, failure to return, demand letter, move-out date, rental property, lease agreement, New York State Real Property Law, Section 7-108, move-out inspection report, amicably, payment, legal recourse, small claims court action, resolution.
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.