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 — South Fulton, Georgia Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally address an urgent matter regarding the return of my security deposit for the property located at [Property Address], South Fulton, Georgia, pursuant to the lease agreement signed on [Date]. It has now been [number of days/weeks/months] since the termination of the lease, and I am disappointed to inform you that I have yet to receive my security deposit refund. According to Georgia law, a landlord has [number of days] to return the security deposit in full or provide an itemized list of deductions along with any remaining balance. As a responsible tenant, I have adhered to the terms of the lease agreement, upheld my obligations, and ensured the premises were maintained in good condition throughout my tenancy. Therefore, I believe that I am entitled to the full refund of my security deposit. Please note the following points: 1. Security Deposit Amount: The original security deposit I provided upon signing the lease was [amount in US dollars]. 2. Lease Termination Date: The lease agreement officially terminated on [Termination Date], and I returned the keys to the premises on the same day. 3. Move-Out Inspection: Before vacating the premises, a comprehensive move-out inspection was conducted, and the premises were surrendered in the condition that was agreed upon during the initial move-in inspection. 4. Forwarding Address: I have included my current mailing address for a prompt and proper refund delivery: [Your Full Name] [Your New Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] 5. Failure to Comply: It is essential to mention that the failure to return the security deposit within the mandated time frame may result in legal actions being pursued to protect my rights as a tenant. Under Georgia law, specifically O.C.G.A. §44-7-34, failure to return the security deposit in accordance with the statutes may entitle the tenant to seek statutory damages, including attorney's fees, and possibly even treble damages for the willful retention of the deposit without a legitimate reason for withholding it. I urge you to rectify this matter promptly by issuing the full refund of my security deposit in the amount of [amount in US dollars] to my provided new address within [number of days] from the date of this notice. Please provide a detailed itemization of any deductions made if required by law. I trust that this issue can be resolved amicably and without the need for further legal intervention. However, please be advised that I am prepared to take appropriate legal action to protect my rights as a tenant if necessary. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Please confirm receipt of this letter and your intended course of action by replying to this letter within [number of days]. Sincerely, [Your Full Name] [Your New Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Phone number] [Email Address] Keywords: South Fulton, Georgia, letter, tenant, landlord, notice, failure to return, security deposit, demand for return, non-refund, notice to landlord, lease termination, Georgia law, move-out inspection, obligations, move-in inspection, forwarding address, legal actions, O.C.G.A. §44-7-34, statutory damages, attorney's fees, treble damages, prompt refund, itemization, legal interventionSubject: Notice of Failure to Return Security Deposit and Demand for Return — South Fulton, Georgia Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally address an urgent matter regarding the return of my security deposit for the property located at [Property Address], South Fulton, Georgia, pursuant to the lease agreement signed on [Date]. It has now been [number of days/weeks/months] since the termination of the lease, and I am disappointed to inform you that I have yet to receive my security deposit refund. According to Georgia law, a landlord has [number of days] to return the security deposit in full or provide an itemized list of deductions along with any remaining balance. As a responsible tenant, I have adhered to the terms of the lease agreement, upheld my obligations, and ensured the premises were maintained in good condition throughout my tenancy. Therefore, I believe that I am entitled to the full refund of my security deposit. Please note the following points: 1. Security Deposit Amount: The original security deposit I provided upon signing the lease was [amount in US dollars]. 2. Lease Termination Date: The lease agreement officially terminated on [Termination Date], and I returned the keys to the premises on the same day. 3. Move-Out Inspection: Before vacating the premises, a comprehensive move-out inspection was conducted, and the premises were surrendered in the condition that was agreed upon during the initial move-in inspection. 4. Forwarding Address: I have included my current mailing address for a prompt and proper refund delivery: [Your Full Name] [Your New Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] 5. Failure to Comply: It is essential to mention that the failure to return the security deposit within the mandated time frame may result in legal actions being pursued to protect my rights as a tenant. Under Georgia law, specifically O.C.G.A. §44-7-34, failure to return the security deposit in accordance with the statutes may entitle the tenant to seek statutory damages, including attorney's fees, and possibly even treble damages for the willful retention of the deposit without a legitimate reason for withholding it. I urge you to rectify this matter promptly by issuing the full refund of my security deposit in the amount of [amount in US dollars] to my provided new address within [number of days] from the date of this notice. Please provide a detailed itemization of any deductions made if required by law. I trust that this issue can be resolved amicably and without the need for further legal intervention. However, please be advised that I am prepared to take appropriate legal action to protect my rights as a tenant if necessary. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Please confirm receipt of this letter and your intended course of action by replying to this letter within [number of days]. Sincerely, [Your Full Name] [Your New Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Phone number] [Email Address] Keywords: South Fulton, Georgia, letter, tenant, landlord, notice, failure to return, security deposit, demand for return, non-refund, notice to landlord, lease termination, Georgia law, move-out inspection, obligations, move-in inspection, forwarding address, legal actions, O.C.G.A. §44-7-34, statutory damages, attorney's fees, treble damages, prompt refund, itemization, legal intervention
