Hollywood Florida Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of wrongful deductions from security deposit and demand for return

• Category: Florida Landlord Tenant - Security Deposits
• State: Florida
• City: Hollywood
• Control #: FL-1069LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

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. [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 well. I am writing to you as a former tenant of [rented property address] in Hollywood, Florida. I am deeply disappointed to discover that there have been wrongful deductions made from my security deposit upon vacating the premises. Furthermore, I believe it is crucial to address this matter promptly in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations. Under the Florida Statutes Section 83.49, landlords are required to return the security deposit within 15 days after the termination of the lease, along with an itemized statement explaining any deductions. Upon thorough examination, I have identified several discrepancies and incorrect deductions made by your team, which I believe warrant immediate corrective action. 1. Unjustified Cleaning Charges: The deduction of [EX] for cleaning expenses is unjustified and misleading. When I vacated the premises on [move-out date], the property was left in a clean and satisfactory condition, meeting the requirements stated in the lease agreement. I request a detailed breakdown of the cleaning expenses as well as receipts to verify the authenticity of the charges. 2. Exaggerated Repair and Maintenance Costs: The deductions of [EX] for repair and maintenance seem to be excessive and questionable. I had taken good care of the property during my tenancy, and any damages or wear and tear that occurred were ordinary and inherent to normal use. As per the Florida Landlord-Tenant Law, a landlord cannot deduct expenses for normal wear and tear. Therefore, I request a comprehensive explanation, including supporting documents and invoices, justifying the claimed repair and maintenance costs. 3. Failure to Provide Complete Itemized Statement: According to the Florida Landlord-Tenant Act, an itemized statement must be provided within 30 days of my lease termination. However, you failed to provide a complete breakdown of the deductions made from my security deposit within the specified timeframe. I kindly request an updated itemized statement, complying with the statutory requirements. Please be aware that retaining a tenant's security deposit without proper justification or wrongfully withholding funds is a violation of the Florida Landlord-Tenant Act. If the deductions outlined above are not rectified within seven (7) days of receiving this letter, I will have no choice but to pursue legal remedies available to me, including filing a complaint with the Florida Division of Consumer Services and potentially taking legal action to recover the wrongfully withheld funds. I expect a prompt response addressing my concerns and providing a resolution to this matter. You may contact me via the contact information provided above. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this issue amicably and avoid any unnecessary further escalation. 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 well. I am writing to you as a former tenant of [rented property address] in Hollywood, Florida. I am deeply disappointed to discover that there have been wrongful deductions made from my security deposit upon vacating the premises. Furthermore, I believe it is crucial to address this matter promptly in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations. Under the Florida Statutes Section 83.49, landlords are required to return the security deposit within 15 days after the termination of the lease, along with an itemized statement explaining any deductions. Upon thorough examination, I have identified several discrepancies and incorrect deductions made by your team, which I believe warrant immediate corrective action. 1. Unjustified Cleaning Charges: The deduction of [EX] for cleaning expenses is unjustified and misleading. When I vacated the premises on [move-out date], the property was left in a clean and satisfactory condition, meeting the requirements stated in the lease agreement. I request a detailed breakdown of the cleaning expenses as well as receipts to verify the authenticity of the charges. 2. Exaggerated Repair and Maintenance Costs: The deductions of [EX] for repair and maintenance seem to be excessive and questionable. I had taken good care of the property during my tenancy, and any damages or wear and tear that occurred were ordinary and inherent to normal use. As per the Florida Landlord-Tenant Law, a landlord cannot deduct expenses for normal wear and tear. Therefore, I request a comprehensive explanation, including supporting documents and invoices, justifying the claimed repair and maintenance costs. 3. Failure to Provide Complete Itemized Statement: According to the Florida Landlord-Tenant Act, an itemized statement must be provided within 30 days of my lease termination. However, you failed to provide a complete breakdown of the deductions made from my security deposit within the specified timeframe. I kindly request an updated itemized statement, complying with the statutory requirements. Please be aware that retaining a tenant's security deposit without proper justification or wrongfully withholding funds is a violation of the Florida Landlord-Tenant Act. If the deductions outlined above are not rectified within seven (7) days of receiving this letter, I will have no choice but to pursue legal remedies available to me, including filing a complaint with the Florida Division of Consumer Services and potentially taking legal action to recover the wrongfully withheld funds. I expect a prompt response addressing my concerns and providing a resolution to this matter. You may contact me via the contact information provided above. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this issue amicably and avoid any unnecessary further escalation. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]