Elizabeth New Jersey Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of wrongful deductions from security deposit and demand for return

• Category: New Jersey Landlord Tenant - Security Deposits
• State: New Jersey
• City: Elizabeth
• Control #: NJ-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. Subject: Notice of Wrongful Deductions from Security Deposit and Demand for Return — [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] Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter related to my security deposit, referenced in our lease agreement dated [Lease Start Date]. Unfortunately, I have discovered some discrepancies in the way my security deposit was handled, and I believe these deductions are unjustifiable and in violation of my tenant rights. Upon vacating the rental property situated at [Rental Property Address] on [Move-Out Date], I expected to receive my security deposit promptly, minus any legitimate deductions for repairs and cleaning as outlined in the lease agreement. However, upon reviewing the security deposit return statement, dated [Security Deposit Statement Date], I noticed wrongful deductions that require your immediate attention. The specific deductions that I contest are as follows: 1. [Specify Deduction]: According to the statement, you deducted [amount] from my security deposit to cover [Description]. However, during my tenancy, I took utmost care of the property and kept it in the same condition as when I moved in. I believe this deduction is unwarranted, as there were no damages or repairs necessary due to my occupancy. 2. [Specify Deduction]: Another deduction mentioned in the statement is [amount], pertaining to [Description]. I firmly believe that this deduction is unfair, as these costs should be considered regular wear and tear, and it is your responsibility as the landlord to cover them. By law, as established in the New Jersey Residential Tenancy Act, tenants are entitled to receive a full refund of their security deposit, along with an itemized list explaining any deductions made, within thirty days of lease termination. It is crucial to address this matter promptly to resolve any misunderstandings or incorrect deductions. Moving forward, I kindly request the following actions to be taken within the next [number of days, usually 7-10 days]: 1. Provide a revised itemized statement of deductions clearly outlining the basis for each deduction. 2. Return the wrongfully deducted amount of [total Amount] to me immediately. Please note that failure to respond to this formal notice within the specified time frame may compel me to take further legal action to protect my rights as a tenant. I sincerely hope this will not be necessary, as I am confident that we can resolve this issue amicably. To facilitate open communication and avoid any misunderstandings, I kindly request that all correspondences related to this matter be made in writing. You may reach me at the address mentioned above or via email at [Your Email Address]. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your timely response and a satisfactory resolution. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]

Subject: Notice of Wrongful Deductions from Security Deposit and Demand for Return — [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] Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter related to my security deposit, referenced in our lease agreement dated [Lease Start Date]. Unfortunately, I have discovered some discrepancies in the way my security deposit was handled, and I believe these deductions are unjustifiable and in violation of my tenant rights. Upon vacating the rental property situated at [Rental Property Address] on [Move-Out Date], I expected to receive my security deposit promptly, minus any legitimate deductions for repairs and cleaning as outlined in the lease agreement. However, upon reviewing the security deposit return statement, dated [Security Deposit Statement Date], I noticed wrongful deductions that require your immediate attention. The specific deductions that I contest are as follows: 1. [Specify Deduction]: According to the statement, you deducted [amount] from my security deposit to cover [Description]. However, during my tenancy, I took utmost care of the property and kept it in the same condition as when I moved in. I believe this deduction is unwarranted, as there were no damages or repairs necessary due to my occupancy. 2. [Specify Deduction]: Another deduction mentioned in the statement is [amount], pertaining to [Description]. I firmly believe that this deduction is unfair, as these costs should be considered regular wear and tear, and it is your responsibility as the landlord to cover them. By law, as established in the New Jersey Residential Tenancy Act, tenants are entitled to receive a full refund of their security deposit, along with an itemized list explaining any deductions made, within thirty days of lease termination. It is crucial to address this matter promptly to resolve any misunderstandings or incorrect deductions. Moving forward, I kindly request the following actions to be taken within the next [number of days, usually 7-10 days]: 1. Provide a revised itemized statement of deductions clearly outlining the basis for each deduction. 2. Return the wrongfully deducted amount of [total Amount] to me immediately. Please note that failure to respond to this formal notice within the specified time frame may compel me to take further legal action to protect my rights as a tenant. I sincerely hope this will not be necessary, as I am confident that we can resolve this issue amicably. To facilitate open communication and avoid any misunderstandings, I kindly request that all correspondences related to this matter be made in writing. You may reach me at the address mentioned above or via email at [Your Email Address]. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your timely response and a satisfactory resolution. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]