Security Deposit Return Rules

Summary

In Pennsylvania, landlords must return security deposits within 30 calendar days after a tenant vacates. If an itemized list of deductions is provided late, the landlord may be liable for double the deposit amount under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951. Calendar days, not business days, are used for this timeframe. If you encounter issues, consider seeking legal advice or drafting a formal request for the return of double the deposit.

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Dan
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Case law on return of security deposit over 30 day rule in Pennsylvania
Hey Dan! In Pennsylvania, the security deposit return is governed by the Landlord and Tenant Act of *. Here are the key points:
- Landlords must return the security deposit within 30 days after the tenant moves out.
- If deductions are made, an itemized list must be provided.
- Failure to comply may result in the landlord being liable for double the deposit amount.
If you need more specifics or case precedents, let me know!
Does the 30 days of tenant act of * include business days or calendar days
In Pennsylvania, the 30 days referred to in the Landlord and Tenant Act of * for returning a security deposit are calendar days, not business days. Let me know if there's anything else you need!
What if an itemized list was given 31 days after notice of vacating.
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If the landlord provided the itemized list 31 days after vacating, they may be in violation of the Landlord and Tenant Act of *. In Pennsylvania, this could potentially make the landlord liable for double the deposit amount. It might be worth pursuing legal advice if you wish to take action.
Is there any more information you need or any other questions you have?
Could you write a letter to a landlord requesting double the security deposit as they violated the landlord and tenant act of * as the itemized list was over 30 days later after vacating.
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Here's a draft for your letter:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
[Landlord's Name]
[Landlord's Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
Dear [Landlord's Name],
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally request the return of double my security deposit due to a violation of the Pennsylvania Landlord and Tenant Act of *.
As per the Act, landlords are required to return the security deposit and provide an itemized list of deductions within * calendar days of the tenant vacating the premises. I vacated the property on [Date], and the itemized list was provided on [Date], which exceeds the *-day requirement.
Therefore, I kindly request the return of double my security deposit, as provided by law, within * business days of receiving this letter. Please send the payment to my address listed above.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
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Let me know if you have any questions!