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

• Category: New York Landlord Tenant - Security Deposits
• State: New York
• County: Queens
• Control #: NY-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 am writing to you today regarding the failure to return my security deposit for the rental property located at [insert property address in Queens, New York]. As per the terms of our lease agreement and the housing laws of New York, I am entitled to receive my security deposit within a specified timeframe after the termination of the lease. Firstly, I would like to highlight that my lease with you officially ended on [insert lease end date]. It has been more than [insert number of days/months] since the termination of the lease, and I have yet to receive my security deposit. This non-compliance with the law is not only a breach of the lease agreement but also a violation of the Tenant Protection Act in Queens, New York. Upon vacating the property, I ensured that it was left in good condition, adhering to the requirements outlined in the lease agreement. I completed a thorough inspection of the apartment, and no damages were attributable to me or any of the occupants during our tenancy period. Therefore, there are no justifiable grounds for the withholding of my security deposit. Furthermore, I have made numerous attempts to reach out to you via phone and email to discuss the matter but have not received any response. It is my understanding that you are aware of my contact information since we corresponded regularly during the term of the lease. Your lack of communication has only exacerbated the situation, forcing me to resort to this written notice. In accordance with the laws of New York and our lease agreement, I expect the return of my security deposit in full, amounting to $[insert deposit amount], within [insert number of days] from the receipt of this letter. Failure to comply with this demand will leave me no choice but to pursue legal action to recover the withheld amount, along with any additional fees and penalties I may be entitled to under the law. Please treat this matter with the utmost urgency and provide a prompt response. I eagerly await the resolution of this issue and the return of my security deposit. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Phone Number] [Email Address] Additional Types of Letters: 1. Queens New York Letter from Tenant to Landlord notifying failure to provide an itemized list of deductions from the security deposit and demand for return. 2. Queens New York Letter from Tenant to Landlord challenging improper deductions from the security deposit and demand for the remaining amount. 3. Queens New York Letter from Tenant to Landlord requesting a meeting to resolve the dispute regarding the security deposit. 4. Queens New York Letter from Tenant to Landlord notifying intent to file a small claims court case for the return of the security deposit.

Dear [Landlord’s Name], I am writing to you today regarding the failure to return my security deposit for the rental property located at [insert property address in Queens, New York]. As per the terms of our lease agreement and the housing laws of New York, I am entitled to receive my security deposit within a specified timeframe after the termination of the lease. Firstly, I would like to highlight that my lease with you officially ended on [insert lease end date]. It has been more than [insert number of days/months] since the termination of the lease, and I have yet to receive my security deposit. This non-compliance with the law is not only a breach of the lease agreement but also a violation of the Tenant Protection Act in Queens, New York. Upon vacating the property, I ensured that it was left in good condition, adhering to the requirements outlined in the lease agreement. I completed a thorough inspection of the apartment, and no damages were attributable to me or any of the occupants during our tenancy period. Therefore, there are no justifiable grounds for the withholding of my security deposit. Furthermore, I have made numerous attempts to reach out to you via phone and email to discuss the matter but have not received any response. It is my understanding that you are aware of my contact information since we corresponded regularly during the term of the lease. Your lack of communication has only exacerbated the situation, forcing me to resort to this written notice. In accordance with the laws of New York and our lease agreement, I expect the return of my security deposit in full, amounting to $[insert deposit amount], within [insert number of days] from the receipt of this letter. Failure to comply with this demand will leave me no choice but to pursue legal action to recover the withheld amount, along with any additional fees and penalties I may be entitled to under the law. Please treat this matter with the utmost urgency and provide a prompt response. I eagerly await the resolution of this issue and the return of my security deposit. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Phone Number] [Email Address] Additional Types of Letters: 1. Queens New York Letter from Tenant to Landlord notifying failure to provide an itemized list of deductions from the security deposit and demand for return. 2. Queens New York Letter from Tenant to Landlord challenging improper deductions from the security deposit and demand for the remaining amount. 3. Queens New York Letter from Tenant to Landlord requesting a meeting to resolve the dispute regarding the security deposit. 4. Queens New York Letter from Tenant to Landlord notifying intent to file a small claims court case for the return of the security deposit.