Jersey City 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: Jersey City
• 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. [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 bring to your attention a serious matter regarding the security deposit held for my rental property at [Rental Property Address] in Jersey City, New Jersey. As a responsible tenant, I have fulfilled my obligations under the lease agreement, and I am now addressing the wrongful deductions made from my security deposit. Upon moving out on [Move-out Date], I spotless the unit, repaired any damages caused by normal wear and tear, and returned all keys as agreed. To my dismay, when I received the itemized statement of security deposit deductions, I noticed several discrepancies and unjustified charges. Firstly, it came to my attention that you have claimed [amount] for carpet cleaning and repair. As per the lease agreement, I have to clarify that the carpet was professionally cleaned before my move-in, and I ensured it remained in the same or better condition throughout my tenancy, except for expected wear and tear. Therefore, I strongly contest this charge and request it be fully refunded. Secondly, the itemized statement mentions a charge of [amount] for repainting the walls. I need to emphasize that when I vacated the premises, all walls were in the same condition as they were when I initially rented the property. I kindly request that you reconsider this charge and promptly return the amount to me. Furthermore, I observed an additional deduction of [amount] marked as "cleaning fees." I find this charge unreasonable, as I left the unit in a clean and orderly state. I maintained the property's cleanliness throughout my tenancy, ensuring that all appliances, countertops, floors, and bathrooms were in good condition. Consequently, I request a refund of this amount as well. According to the New Jersey Security Deposit Act, you are required to return the security deposit within 30 days of my move-out, along with a written explanation of any withholding, supported by receipts or invoices. Failure to comply with this timeline may result in legal actions being pursued against you. Therefore, I kindly demand the immediate return of the wrongfully deducted amount of [total Deducted Amount] to my forwarding address, which is provided below: [Your Forwarding Address] Please be advised that failure to comply with this request may result in the initiation of legal proceedings to protect my rights as a tenant under the New Jersey Tenant/Landlord laws. I sincerely hope that we can resolve this matter equitably and without escalating the situation further. I look forward to your prompt response within [Provide reasonable time frame, e.g., 10 business days] to address this issue and to arrange the return of my security deposit. Should you require any further information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me via the phone number or email address provided above. Thank you for your attention to this matter. 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 bring to your attention a serious matter regarding the security deposit held for my rental property at [Rental Property Address] in Jersey City, New Jersey. As a responsible tenant, I have fulfilled my obligations under the lease agreement, and I am now addressing the wrongful deductions made from my security deposit. Upon moving out on [Move-out Date], I spotless the unit, repaired any damages caused by normal wear and tear, and returned all keys as agreed. To my dismay, when I received the itemized statement of security deposit deductions, I noticed several discrepancies and unjustified charges. Firstly, it came to my attention that you have claimed [amount] for carpet cleaning and repair. As per the lease agreement, I have to clarify that the carpet was professionally cleaned before my move-in, and I ensured it remained in the same or better condition throughout my tenancy, except for expected wear and tear. Therefore, I strongly contest this charge and request it be fully refunded. Secondly, the itemized statement mentions a charge of [amount] for repainting the walls. I need to emphasize that when I vacated the premises, all walls were in the same condition as they were when I initially rented the property. I kindly request that you reconsider this charge and promptly return the amount to me. Furthermore, I observed an additional deduction of [amount] marked as "cleaning fees." I find this charge unreasonable, as I left the unit in a clean and orderly state. I maintained the property's cleanliness throughout my tenancy, ensuring that all appliances, countertops, floors, and bathrooms were in good condition. Consequently, I request a refund of this amount as well. According to the New Jersey Security Deposit Act, you are required to return the security deposit within 30 days of my move-out, along with a written explanation of any withholding, supported by receipts or invoices. Failure to comply with this timeline may result in legal actions being pursued against you. Therefore, I kindly demand the immediate return of the wrongfully deducted amount of [total Deducted Amount] to my forwarding address, which is provided below: [Your Forwarding Address] Please be advised that failure to comply with this request may result in the initiation of legal proceedings to protect my rights as a tenant under the New Jersey Tenant/Landlord laws. I sincerely hope that we can resolve this matter equitably and without escalating the situation further. I look forward to your prompt response within [Provide reasonable time frame, e.g., 10 business days] to address this issue and to arrange the return of my security deposit. Should you require any further information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me via the phone number or email address provided above. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]