Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice of failure to return security deposit and demand for return - New York 2026

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
  2. Begin by entering the date at the top of the letter. This is important for record-keeping and establishes a timeline for your request.
  3. Fill in the landlord’s name and address in the designated fields. Ensure accuracy to avoid any delivery issues.
  4. In the greeting, address your landlord directly using their name. This personal touch can foster better communication.
  5. Provide your address as the tenant, followed by the date you moved out. This information is crucial for establishing your tenancy period.
  6. Indicate how many days have passed since you moved out without receiving your security deposit. This reinforces your legal standing.
  7. Clearly state that according to New York law, landlords must return security deposits within a reasonable time frame after move-out.
  8. Mention that if the deposit is not returned within ten days, you may pursue legal action, emphasizing the importance of resolving this amicably.
  9. Sign and date the letter at the bottom. This formalizes your request and provides a record of communication.
  10. Complete the proof of delivery section by selecting how you delivered this notice to your landlord, ensuring proper documentation of your actions.

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[ADDRESS OF THE PROPERTY YOU RENT(ED) HERE] In the circumstances, I am entitled to [have my deposit refunded][have my deposit paid into the custodial scheme [and to receive the prescribed information]] and you are requested to attend to this within 7 days of the date of this letter.
What to Include in a Security Deposit Demand Letter the address of your rental and the dates you rented from. how much you paid for a security deposit. why you are entitled to a return of a portion or all of the deposit. the state laws that require a return of the deposit in a timely manner.
Example Letter: Dear [Tenants Name], I am writing to inform you that I will not be returning your security deposit in the amount of $[amount]. The reason for this is that the rental property sustained docHub damages during your tenancy, including [list of damages].
How to write a security deposit return letter Landlords name and contact information. Tenants name and contact information. Date of the letter. Amount of security deposit being returned to the tenant. Breakdown of any deductions made from the security deposit, including an explanation for each deduction.
If your landlord refuses to return your security deposit without receipts, fails to provide an itemized list of deductions, or does not return your security deposit within 14 days of your move-out date, you may wish to file a lawsuit in Small Claims Court.

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Security deposits in New York (city and state) are equal to 1 months rent, according to the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019. Regardless of whether the apartment is rent-regulated or not, its illegal for landlords to ask tenants to pay a higher security deposit in NYC.

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