Manchester New Hampshire Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return

• Category: New Hampshire Landlord Tenant - Security Deposits
• State: New Hampshire
• City: Manchester
• Control #: NH-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. Title: Manchester, New Hampshire Letter from Tenant to Landlord: Notice of Failure to Return Security Deposit and Demand for Return Keywords: Manchester New Hampshire, letter, tenant, landlord, notice, failure to return, security deposit, demand for return Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter regarding the return of my security deposit for the property located at [Property Address] in Manchester, New Hampshire. As my tenancy has officially ended, I am concerned that the required security deposit was not returned within the stipulated timeframe. First and foremost, I would like to express my gratitude for the opportunity to reside in your property. During my tenancy, I have diligently adhered to my obligations as outlined in the lease agreement, both in terms of rent payments and maintaining the property's condition. Therefore, I believe I am entitled to the return of my security deposit in full. Per the laws of New Hampshire, specifically RSA 540-A:7, a landlord is obligated to return a tenant's security deposit within 30 days of the lease termination date. It has now been more than [number of days overdue] since the lease end date, and I am yet to receive my security deposit. I kindly request that you promptly take the necessary steps to return my full security deposit of [amount]. Additionally, I expect to receive an itemized list of any deductions you have made, along with copies of receipts or invoices showing legitimate and necessary repair or cleaning costs. In accordance with RSA 540-A:7, if the security deposit is not returned within a reasonable timeframe or if you have unlawfully deducted amounts from the deposit, a tenant is entitled to file a complaint with the New Hampshire Consumer Protection and Antitrust Bureau. I sincerely hope it does not come to that, as I believe this matter can be resolved amicably. To conclude, I would appreciate immediate action regarding the return of my security deposit. Please respond to this letter within the next [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 10 business days] to confirm the return of the full deposit or provide a detailed explanation for any deductions made. Thank you for your prompt attention to this important matter. I have always cherished my tenancy at your property, and I trust that this issue can be resolved in an efficient and fair manner. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Phone number] [Email address] Optional additional types of Manchester, New Hampshire Letters from Tenant to Landlord: 1. Letter Requesting Security Deposit Return without Failure Notice: If the tenant's intention is to simply request the return of the security deposit without alleging any failure or delay, a modified version of the above letter highlighting this aspect could be used. 2. Letter Requesting Partial Security Deposit Return: In cases where the tenant agrees that a portion of the security deposit can be withheld for legitimate reasons, a letter can be written, acknowledging these specific deductions and requesting the return of the remaining deposit. 3. Letter Requesting Interest on the Security Deposit: If the tenant believes they are entitled to interest on their security deposit as per New Hampshire laws (RSA 540-A:5), they can send a letter requesting the additional interest amount and citing the relevant legislation.

Title: Manchester, New Hampshire Letter from Tenant to Landlord: Notice of Failure to Return Security Deposit and Demand for Return Keywords: Manchester New Hampshire, letter, tenant, landlord, notice, failure to return, security deposit, demand for return Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter regarding the return of my security deposit for the property located at [Property Address] in Manchester, New Hampshire. As my tenancy has officially ended, I am concerned that the required security deposit was not returned within the stipulated timeframe. First and foremost, I would like to express my gratitude for the opportunity to reside in your property. During my tenancy, I have diligently adhered to my obligations as outlined in the lease agreement, both in terms of rent payments and maintaining the property's condition. Therefore, I believe I am entitled to the return of my security deposit in full. Per the laws of New Hampshire, specifically RSA 540-A:7, a landlord is obligated to return a tenant's security deposit within 30 days of the lease termination date. It has now been more than [number of days overdue] since the lease end date, and I am yet to receive my security deposit. I kindly request that you promptly take the necessary steps to return my full security deposit of [amount]. Additionally, I expect to receive an itemized list of any deductions you have made, along with copies of receipts or invoices showing legitimate and necessary repair or cleaning costs. In accordance with RSA 540-A:7, if the security deposit is not returned within a reasonable timeframe or if you have unlawfully deducted amounts from the deposit, a tenant is entitled to file a complaint with the New Hampshire Consumer Protection and Antitrust Bureau. I sincerely hope it does not come to that, as I believe this matter can be resolved amicably. To conclude, I would appreciate immediate action regarding the return of my security deposit. Please respond to this letter within the next [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 10 business days] to confirm the return of the full deposit or provide a detailed explanation for any deductions made. Thank you for your prompt attention to this important matter. I have always cherished my tenancy at your property, and I trust that this issue can be resolved in an efficient and fair manner. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Phone number] [Email address] Optional additional types of Manchester, New Hampshire Letters from Tenant to Landlord: 1. Letter Requesting Security Deposit Return without Failure Notice: If the tenant's intention is to simply request the return of the security deposit without alleging any failure or delay, a modified version of the above letter highlighting this aspect could be used. 2. Letter Requesting Partial Security Deposit Return: In cases where the tenant agrees that a portion of the security deposit can be withheld for legitimate reasons, a letter can be written, acknowledging these specific deductions and requesting the return of the remaining deposit. 3. Letter Requesting Interest on the Security Deposit: If the tenant believes they are entitled to interest on their security deposit as per New Hampshire laws (RSA 540-A:5), they can send a letter requesting the additional interest amount and citing the relevant legislation.