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.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip] Subject: Notice of Failure to Return 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 the matter of my security deposit, which has not been refunded to me within the legally mandated timeframe as per the Landlord-Tenant Act of Washington State. I have taken the necessary steps to ensure that my obligations as a tenant have been fulfilled, and therefore, I request the immediate return of my security deposit in the amount of [dollar amount]. As per our lease agreement, I vacated the premises at [your previous address] on [move-out date] and left the property in good condition, with no outstanding damages. I fulfilled all the terms of the lease, including giving proper notice and completing the necessary cleaning and repairs as agreed upon. The relevant details regarding my security deposit are as follows: 1. Security Deposit Amount: [Specify the exact amount mentioned in the lease agreement] 2. Payment Date: [Date when the security deposit was paid] 3. Lease Start Date: [Start date of the lease agreement] 4. Lease End Date: [End date of the lease agreement] 5. Move-Out Date: [Date when you surrendered the premises] According to Washington State law (RCW 59.18.280), landlords are required to return the tenant's security deposit within twenty-one (21) days upon the termination of the tenancy. It has been well over [number of days since move-out date] since I vacated the rental property, and yet I have not received any communication regarding the return of my security deposit. I have made several attempts to contact you via phone calls and email, but they have gone unanswered. It is crucial to address and resolve this matter promptly to maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship and abide by the statutory guidelines. In light of the above circumstances, I hereby demand the return of my security deposit, in full, within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 7 or 14 days] of receiving this letter. Failure to comply will leave me no choice but to pursue legal remedies available in court, which may include filing a complaint with the Small Claims Court to recover the deposit, associated legal fees, and any other applicable damages. Please be aware that my intention is not to resort to legal action but to seek a fair resolution of this matter amicably. I expect that we can resolve this issue promptly and professionally so that we can part ways on amicable terms. To facilitate the return of my security deposit, please provide written confirmation of your acknowledgment of this letter within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 3 or 5 business days] of receiving it. Should you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to your prompt attention to this matter. Thank you for your immediate action in this regard. Sincerely, [Your Name][Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip] Subject: Notice of Failure to Return 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 the matter of my security deposit, which has not been refunded to me within the legally mandated timeframe as per the Landlord-Tenant Act of Washington State. I have taken the necessary steps to ensure that my obligations as a tenant have been fulfilled, and therefore, I request the immediate return of my security deposit in the amount of [dollar amount]. As per our lease agreement, I vacated the premises at [your previous address] on [move-out date] and left the property in good condition, with no outstanding damages. I fulfilled all the terms of the lease, including giving proper notice and completing the necessary cleaning and repairs as agreed upon. The relevant details regarding my security deposit are as follows: 1. Security Deposit Amount: [Specify the exact amount mentioned in the lease agreement] 2. Payment Date: [Date when the security deposit was paid] 3. Lease Start Date: [Start date of the lease agreement] 4. Lease End Date: [End date of the lease agreement] 5. Move-Out Date: [Date when you surrendered the premises] According to Washington State law (RCW 59.18.280), landlords are required to return the tenant's security deposit within twenty-one (21) days upon the termination of the tenancy. It has been well over [number of days since move-out date] since I vacated the rental property, and yet I have not received any communication regarding the return of my security deposit. I have made several attempts to contact you via phone calls and email, but they have gone unanswered. It is crucial to address and resolve this matter promptly to maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship and abide by the statutory guidelines. In light of the above circumstances, I hereby demand the return of my security deposit, in full, within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 7 or 14 days] of receiving this letter. Failure to comply will leave me no choice but to pursue legal remedies available in court, which may include filing a complaint with the Small Claims Court to recover the deposit, associated legal fees, and any other applicable damages. Please be aware that my intention is not to resort to legal action but to seek a fair resolution of this matter amicably. I expect that we can resolve this issue promptly and professionally so that we can part ways on amicable terms. To facilitate the return of my security deposit, please provide written confirmation of your acknowledgment of this letter within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 3 or 5 business days] of receiving it. Should you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to your prompt attention to this matter. Thank you for your immediate action in this regard. Sincerely, [Your Name]
