Security Deposit interest

[cheryl51265]

my ex landlord overcharged for damages caused by dog scratches on woodwork and then charged me interest on security for 9 years instead of giving it to me which is against the law in ct. this cant be legal

 

[cheryl51265]

is it legal to charge a tenant on security instead of paying it to them for 9 years

 

[army judge]

is it legal to charge a tenant on security instead of paying it to them for 9 years

Probably not. But, whatcha gonna do? Your remedy is to sue him. That takes time, effort, and is often unfulfilling and financially unrewarding.


How Can Tenants Ensure Their Security Deposits Will Be Returned?

Tenants should carefully note the condition of their apartment when they first move in and confirm that condition in writing with their new landlord. When tenants decide to move, they should notify their landlord in writing of their plans to leave and must provide written notice of a forwarding address where the landlord may send their security deposit with interest. Since a tenant may need to show proof that the written notice was sent to their landlord, the tenant should send the notice by certified mail with a return receipt. All rental payments should be made on time and tenants should repair any damage they cause. Before moving out, if possible, tenants should inspect the apartment together with their landlord. Keys should be returned the day the tenancy ends.




If you wish to file a complaint with the Department of Banking
you are required to send your forwarding address by
certified mail with a return receipt.


If a landlord does not return a security deposit with interest or provide a written notice of damages within these statutory time limits, the landlord may have to pay the tenant twice the amount of the security deposit. Tenants may pursue this remedy in court. For further information, see the section on options for resolving disputes.


Landlords And Tenants:
Options for Resolving Disputes

Connecticut Department of Banking

A full-time employee is available to answer questions on rent security deposits. The Banking Commissioner may investigate complaints, issue cease and desist orders or refer matters to the Attorney General's Office for legal action. For further information or to file a complaint, you may contact:

Security Deposit Investigator
Connecticut Department of Banking
260 Constitution Plaza
Hartford, CT 06103-1800

Telephone: (860) 240-8154 or toll-free 800-831-7225
Fax: (860) 920-3028
E-mail: security deposit investigator


Going to Court (Small Claims)

As a simple, quick alternative, landlords or tenants with disputes about rent security deposits may bring small claims suits in a Housing Session or in the local Geographical Area Court if there is no Housing Session, provided that the dollar amount claimed falls within the jurisdiction of the small claims court.

Visit the Judicial Department web site or refer to the telephone book blue pages under State of Connecticut, Judicial Department for local court addresses.

Anyway, have a read. Learn your state's laws about those pesky security deposits and possible remedies.

http://www.ct.gov/dob/cwp/view.asp?a=2247&q=299050