This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State. This is a letter from the Tenant to Landlord containing notice of wrongful deductions from the security deposit anda demand for return. This form complies with state statutory law.
Subject: Notice of Wrongful Deductions from Security Deposit and Demand for Immediate Return — Tenant's Name and Property Address Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing this formal notice to address concerns regarding the deductions made from my security deposit upon the termination of my lease agreement for the property located at [Tenant's Current Address] in Thornton, Colorado. First and foremost, I would like to thank you for providing a comfortable living environment throughout my tenancy. However, after conducting a thorough review of the itemized deductions you made from my security deposit, I have identified several discrepancies that I believe warrant immediate attention and rectification. According to the Colorado Revised Statutes, specifically C.R.S. 38-12-103, landlords are obligated to return the tenant's security deposit within one month after lease termination, along with a detailed itemization of any deductions made. The deductions must be reasonable and only for specific reasons specified under the law. Regrettably, upon receiving the below-mentioned itemized deduction statement and comparing it to the initial move-in inspection report, it became apparent that some deductions were unjustified, arbitrary, or simply inaccurate. I kindly request that you review the following points: 1. Incorrect Cleaning Charges: As per my understanding of the lease agreement and the Colorado Landlord-Tenant Law, the property should be returned to the same condition as when I moved in, considering normal wear and tear. However, you deducted an exorbitant amount for cleaning, despite the premises being meticulously cleaned and maintained throughout my tenancy. 2. Unsubstantiated Repair Charges: The itemized statement claims deductions for repairs not mentioned during the move-out inspection, nor were they reported as issues during my occupancy. It is essential to note that these repairs were neither required nor caused by me or my guests. 3. Overstated Damage Assessment: The damages you noted on the itemized statement do not accurately reflect the condition in which I left the property. Upon vacating, I ensured that all repairs and maintenance were appropriately taken care of, leaving the unit in a satisfactory state. I believe these deductions are wrongful and do not align with the Colorado Landlord-Tenant Law. Therefore, I kindly request that you promptly refund the total amount of $[Total Deducted Amount] deducted from my security deposit. In accordance with C.R.S. 38-12-103(1)(a), I expect to receive the full refund within one month from the date of this notice. Failure to comply with this demand will leave me no choice but to pursue legal action to recover my security deposit, as well as any additional costs and legal fees incurred in relation to this matter, in accordance with Colorado's statutory guidelines. To ensure a prompt resolution and avoid unnecessary legal complications, I kindly request that you respond to this notice in writing within ten days from the receipt of this letter. Please provide a detailed explanation justifying the disputed deductions, as well as a revised itemization of the security deposit deductions, if necessary. Please be advised that all future communication regarding this matter should be in writing to maintain a clear and documented record. I trust that we can resolve this matter amicably and that you will honor your obligations as outlined by the Colorado Landlord-Tenant Law. Your immediate attention to this notice and resolution of the issue will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your prompt action and cooperation. Sincerely, [Tenant's Name] [Current Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Keywords: Thornton Colorado, Letter from Tenant to Landlord, Notice of wrongful deductions from security deposit, Demand for return, Colorado Revised Statutes, itemized deduction statement, cleaning charges, repair charges, damage assessment, Security deposit refund, legal action, Landlord-Tenant Law, prompt resolution, documentationSubject: Notice of Wrongful Deductions from Security Deposit and Demand for Immediate Return — Tenant's Name and Property Address Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing this formal notice to address concerns regarding the deductions made from my security deposit upon the termination of my lease agreement for the property located at [Tenant's Current Address] in Thornton, Colorado. First and foremost, I would like to thank you for providing a comfortable living environment throughout my tenancy. However, after conducting a thorough review of the itemized deductions you made from my security deposit, I have identified several discrepancies that I believe warrant immediate attention and rectification. According to the Colorado Revised Statutes, specifically C.R.S. 38-12-103, landlords are obligated to return the tenant's security deposit within one month after lease termination, along with a detailed itemization of any deductions made. The deductions must be reasonable and only for specific reasons specified under the law. Regrettably, upon receiving the below-mentioned itemized deduction statement and comparing it to the initial move-in inspection report, it became apparent that some deductions were unjustified, arbitrary, or simply inaccurate. I kindly request that you review the following points: 1. Incorrect Cleaning Charges: As per my understanding of the lease agreement and the Colorado Landlord-Tenant Law, the property should be returned to the same condition as when I moved in, considering normal wear and tear. However, you deducted an exorbitant amount for cleaning, despite the premises being meticulously cleaned and maintained throughout my tenancy. 2. Unsubstantiated Repair Charges: The itemized statement claims deductions for repairs not mentioned during the move-out inspection, nor were they reported as issues during my occupancy. It is essential to note that these repairs were neither required nor caused by me or my guests. 3. Overstated Damage Assessment: The damages you noted on the itemized statement do not accurately reflect the condition in which I left the property. Upon vacating, I ensured that all repairs and maintenance were appropriately taken care of, leaving the unit in a satisfactory state. I believe these deductions are wrongful and do not align with the Colorado Landlord-Tenant Law. Therefore, I kindly request that you promptly refund the total amount of $[Total Deducted Amount] deducted from my security deposit. In accordance with C.R.S. 38-12-103(1)(a), I expect to receive the full refund within one month from the date of this notice. Failure to comply with this demand will leave me no choice but to pursue legal action to recover my security deposit, as well as any additional costs and legal fees incurred in relation to this matter, in accordance with Colorado's statutory guidelines. To ensure a prompt resolution and avoid unnecessary legal complications, I kindly request that you respond to this notice in writing within ten days from the receipt of this letter. Please provide a detailed explanation justifying the disputed deductions, as well as a revised itemization of the security deposit deductions, if necessary. Please be advised that all future communication regarding this matter should be in writing to maintain a clear and documented record. I trust that we can resolve this matter amicably and that you will honor your obligations as outlined by the Colorado Landlord-Tenant Law. Your immediate attention to this notice and resolution of the issue will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your prompt action and cooperation. Sincerely, [Tenant's Name] [Current Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Keywords: Thornton Colorado, Letter from Tenant to Landlord, Notice of wrongful deductions from security deposit, Demand for return, Colorado Revised Statutes, itemized deduction statement, cleaning charges, repair charges, damage assessment, Security deposit refund, legal action, Landlord-Tenant Law, prompt resolution, documentation
