This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State. This form is from a Tenant to Landlord providing Landlord with legal notice of his/her failure to-date to return all of the prepaid but unearned rent. Because Tenant's departure resulted from Landlord's breach of Lease Agreement and/or other wrongful conduct contrary to applicable landlord-tenant law, Tenant is demanding a refund of all prepaid but unearned rent.
Subject: Formal Complaint Regarding Unreturned Prepaid Rent and Security Deposit — Nashville, Tennessee [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State ZIP] Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my deep concern and dissatisfaction regarding the failure to receive the full amount of prepaid and unearned rent, as well as the security deposit, to which I am entitled under Tennessee law. As a tenant in Nashville, Tennessee, I believe it is essential to address this matter properly, highlighting my rights and seeking a prompt resolution. As stated in the Tennessee Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, Section 66-28-301, if a tenant provides prepaid rent for a period extending beyond the final termination date of the tenancy, the landlord must refund any unearned prepaid rent within sixty (60) days after the effective date of termination. Additionally, Section 66-28-301(b)(2) declares that the landlord has thirty (30) days, excluding weekends and holidays, from the move-out date to return the tenant's security deposit, less any permissible deductions. Upon my move-out on [insert move-out date], I left the rental premises in a clean and undamaged condition, fulfilling all the terms and obligations outlined in our tenancy agreement. As such, I rightfully expect the return of my prepaid rent for the period beyond the lease termination date as well as the full security deposit amount without any unlawful deductions. Based on the aforementioned legal requirements, it is evident that my rights as a tenant have been violated. Therefore, I kindly request that you take the following actions promptly: 1. Return all prepaid rent for the period extending beyond the lease termination date, amounting to $[insert amount], within sixty (60) days from the effective date of termination, as per the Tennessee law. 2. Issue the complete security deposit refund of $[insert amount], less any valid deductions, within thirty (30) days from the move-out date, excluding weekends and holidays. 3. Provide a detailed, itemized statement that justifies any deductions made from the security deposit, supported by invoices, receipts, or estimates as required under Tennessee law. 4. Inform me promptly in writing of your intentions and actions taken to resolve this matter, ensuring open communication throughout this process. Failure to comply with these obligations, as outlined by the Tennessee Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, may result in legal actions to protect my rights as a tenant. I sincerely hope that it will not come to such measures, and that we can instead find an amicable resolution to this dispute. Please be mindful that this letter serves as an official notice of my intention to assert my rights as provided by the Tennessee law. I kindly request your prompt attention to this matter to avoid any further complications. Thank you for your immediate attention to this issue, and I look forward to your prompt response. I believe that resolving this disagreement promptly is in the best interest of both parties involved. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Information]Subject: Formal Complaint Regarding Unreturned Prepaid Rent and Security Deposit — Nashville, Tennessee [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State ZIP] Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my deep concern and dissatisfaction regarding the failure to receive the full amount of prepaid and unearned rent, as well as the security deposit, to which I am entitled under Tennessee law. As a tenant in Nashville, Tennessee, I believe it is essential to address this matter properly, highlighting my rights and seeking a prompt resolution. As stated in the Tennessee Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, Section 66-28-301, if a tenant provides prepaid rent for a period extending beyond the final termination date of the tenancy, the landlord must refund any unearned prepaid rent within sixty (60) days after the effective date of termination. Additionally, Section 66-28-301(b)(2) declares that the landlord has thirty (30) days, excluding weekends and holidays, from the move-out date to return the tenant's security deposit, less any permissible deductions. Upon my move-out on [insert move-out date], I left the rental premises in a clean and undamaged condition, fulfilling all the terms and obligations outlined in our tenancy agreement. As such, I rightfully expect the return of my prepaid rent for the period beyond the lease termination date as well as the full security deposit amount without any unlawful deductions. Based on the aforementioned legal requirements, it is evident that my rights as a tenant have been violated. Therefore, I kindly request that you take the following actions promptly: 1. Return all prepaid rent for the period extending beyond the lease termination date, amounting to $[insert amount], within sixty (60) days from the effective date of termination, as per the Tennessee law. 2. Issue the complete security deposit refund of $[insert amount], less any valid deductions, within thirty (30) days from the move-out date, excluding weekends and holidays. 3. Provide a detailed, itemized statement that justifies any deductions made from the security deposit, supported by invoices, receipts, or estimates as required under Tennessee law. 4. Inform me promptly in writing of your intentions and actions taken to resolve this matter, ensuring open communication throughout this process. Failure to comply with these obligations, as outlined by the Tennessee Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, may result in legal actions to protect my rights as a tenant. I sincerely hope that it will not come to such measures, and that we can instead find an amicable resolution to this dispute. Please be mindful that this letter serves as an official notice of my intention to assert my rights as provided by the Tennessee law. I kindly request your prompt attention to this matter to avoid any further complications. Thank you for your immediate attention to this issue, and I look forward to your prompt response. I believe that resolving this disagreement promptly is in the best interest of both parties involved. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Information]
