Lansing Michigan Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return

• Category: Michigan Landlord Tenant - Security Deposits
• State: Michigan
• City: Lansing
• Control #: MI-1068LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

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 well. I am writing to discuss an important matter regarding my security deposit for the rental property located at [property address] in Lansing, Michigan. As mandated by the Michigan Security Deposit Act, I would like to bring to your attention the failure to return my security deposit within the required timeframe. According to the Act, landlords are obligated to return the security deposit within 30 days of lease termination, or within 45 days if the landlord intends to claim any deductions. It has been well over [number of days since lease termination] days since I vacated the premises, and I have not received any communication or refund regarding my security deposit. I fulfilled my responsibilities as a tenant by adhering to the terms of the lease agreement, maintaining the property, and leaving it in an acceptable condition upon my departure. Therefore, I am confident that there are no grounds for any deductions from my security deposit. Given the circumstances, I kindly request an immediate return of my full security deposit in the amount of [security deposit amount]. Failure to comply with this notice, as stated under Michigan law, may result in legal action being pursued against you. It is my sincere hope that we can resolve this matter promptly and without any further escalations. I would appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. Within [number of days, typically 7-10] days from the date of this letter, I kindly request a written response addressing your intention to return my security deposit or explaining any deductions made and providing detailed receipts. If I do not receive a response within the specified timeframe, I will have no choice but to seek legal assistance to recover my security deposit. Please address any written correspondence or refund to: [Your Name] [Your Current Address] [City, State, ZIP] I kindly request that all future communication regarding this matter be in writing to maintain transparency and documentation of our exchanges. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I am hopeful that we can resolve this amicably and avoid any unnecessary legal proceedings. Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [your phone number] or [your email address]. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Date] Other variations of Lansing Michigan Letters from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return could include: 1. Lansing Michigan Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of partial failure to return security deposit and demand for return: This variation would address situations where the landlord has returned a portion of the security deposit but not the full amount. 2. Lansing Michigan Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return with itemized deductions: In this case, the tenant believes the landlord wrongfully made deductions from the security deposit and demands a detailed breakdown of the deductions made. 3. Lansing Michigan Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to provide written explanation for deductions from security deposit: Here, the tenant did receive a partial refund, but the landlord failed to provide a written explanation detailing the deductions made from the security deposit.

Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to discuss an important matter regarding my security deposit for the rental property located at [property address] in Lansing, Michigan. As mandated by the Michigan Security Deposit Act, I would like to bring to your attention the failure to return my security deposit within the required timeframe. According to the Act, landlords are obligated to return the security deposit within 30 days of lease termination, or within 45 days if the landlord intends to claim any deductions. It has been well over [number of days since lease termination] days since I vacated the premises, and I have not received any communication or refund regarding my security deposit. I fulfilled my responsibilities as a tenant by adhering to the terms of the lease agreement, maintaining the property, and leaving it in an acceptable condition upon my departure. Therefore, I am confident that there are no grounds for any deductions from my security deposit. Given the circumstances, I kindly request an immediate return of my full security deposit in the amount of [security deposit amount]. Failure to comply with this notice, as stated under Michigan law, may result in legal action being pursued against you. It is my sincere hope that we can resolve this matter promptly and without any further escalations. I would appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. Within [number of days, typically 7-10] days from the date of this letter, I kindly request a written response addressing your intention to return my security deposit or explaining any deductions made and providing detailed receipts. If I do not receive a response within the specified timeframe, I will have no choice but to seek legal assistance to recover my security deposit. Please address any written correspondence or refund to: [Your Name] [Your Current Address] [City, State, ZIP] I kindly request that all future communication regarding this matter be in writing to maintain transparency and documentation of our exchanges. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I am hopeful that we can resolve this amicably and avoid any unnecessary legal proceedings. Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [your phone number] or [your email address]. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Date] Other variations of Lansing Michigan Letters from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return could include: 1. Lansing Michigan Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of partial failure to return security deposit and demand for return: This variation would address situations where the landlord has returned a portion of the security deposit but not the full amount. 2. Lansing Michigan Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return with itemized deductions: In this case, the tenant believes the landlord wrongfully made deductions from the security deposit and demands a detailed breakdown of the deductions made. 3. Lansing Michigan Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to provide written explanation for deductions from security deposit: Here, the tenant did receive a partial refund, but the landlord failed to provide a written explanation detailing the deductions made from the security deposit.