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.
Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to address a matter of concern regarding the security deposit for the rental property located at [Rental Property Address] in Long Beach, California. As per Section [Refer to the applicable section number of the California Civil Code, such as Section 1950.5], it is my right as a tenant to request the return of my security deposit within a certain timeframe. Firstly, I would like to express my gratitude for the opportunity to rent your property. Over the duration of my tenancy, I took great care in maintaining the premises, ensuring its cleanliness, and adhering to the terms and conditions specified in the lease agreement. Despite fulfilling all my obligations as a tenant, I am regretfully compelled to inform you that I have not received my security deposit within the legal timeframe. As you are well aware, California law mandates that a landlord return the security deposit within 21 days of the tenant vacating the property. It has now been [state the number of days] since I moved out, and I have not yet received any communication or reimbursement regarding my security deposit. This neglect to return the security deposit rightfully due to me within the designated period is a violation of the California Civil Code. Having failed to receive my security deposit within the stipulated time, I kindly request that you promptly and fully reimburse the entire security deposit, amounting to $[state the exact amount], as required by law. It is essential that the return of the deposit takes place immediately, within [state a reasonable timeframe, such as 10 business days], to avoid any further escalations or legal actions that may arise from this situation. I would appreciate a detailed written response within [state a reasonable timeframe, such as 5 business days] acknowledging the receipt of this letter, providing an explanation as to why the security deposit was not returned within the required time frame, and stating the steps you are taking to rectify this matter promptly. Additionally, failure to comply with the legal obligation of returning the security deposit may result in the filing of a small claims court case, where I may be entitled to seek appropriate legal remedies, including statutory penalties, costs, and my attorney fees. Please note that any further communication regarding this matter should be in writing to maintain a record of all correspondence. I urge you to resolve this issue swiftly and amicably to preserve the professional and cordial relationship that we have had throughout my tenancy. I thank you in advance for your immediate attention to this matter and look forward to a prompt resolution. Please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address] if you have any questions or require further information. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Information]Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to address a matter of concern regarding the security deposit for the rental property located at [Rental Property Address] in Long Beach, California. As per Section [Refer to the applicable section number of the California Civil Code, such as Section 1950.5], it is my right as a tenant to request the return of my security deposit within a certain timeframe. Firstly, I would like to express my gratitude for the opportunity to rent your property. Over the duration of my tenancy, I took great care in maintaining the premises, ensuring its cleanliness, and adhering to the terms and conditions specified in the lease agreement. Despite fulfilling all my obligations as a tenant, I am regretfully compelled to inform you that I have not received my security deposit within the legal timeframe. As you are well aware, California law mandates that a landlord return the security deposit within 21 days of the tenant vacating the property. It has now been [state the number of days] since I moved out, and I have not yet received any communication or reimbursement regarding my security deposit. This neglect to return the security deposit rightfully due to me within the designated period is a violation of the California Civil Code. Having failed to receive my security deposit within the stipulated time, I kindly request that you promptly and fully reimburse the entire security deposit, amounting to $[state the exact amount], as required by law. It is essential that the return of the deposit takes place immediately, within [state a reasonable timeframe, such as 10 business days], to avoid any further escalations or legal actions that may arise from this situation. I would appreciate a detailed written response within [state a reasonable timeframe, such as 5 business days] acknowledging the receipt of this letter, providing an explanation as to why the security deposit was not returned within the required time frame, and stating the steps you are taking to rectify this matter promptly. Additionally, failure to comply with the legal obligation of returning the security deposit may result in the filing of a small claims court case, where I may be entitled to seek appropriate legal remedies, including statutory penalties, costs, and my attorney fees. Please note that any further communication regarding this matter should be in writing to maintain a record of all correspondence. I urge you to resolve this issue swiftly and amicably to preserve the professional and cordial relationship that we have had throughout my tenancy. I thank you in advance for your immediate attention to this matter and look forward to a prompt resolution. Please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address] if you have any questions or require further information. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Information]
