Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California
Move-out inspection
If my landlord failed to do an ''initial inspection'' prior to my move-out after I requested it several times, can he/she lawfully retain monies from my security deposit?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Move-out inspection
A quick answer....Yes.
However, landlord can only use deposit for one of three things: (1) unpaid rent; (2) damages done by you, or your guests that is beyond ordinary wear and tear.; (3) if you left the premises dirtier than when you moved in.
The initial inspection, or failure thereof, is immaterial.
Re: Move-out inspection
A quick answer....Yes.
However, landlord can only use deposit for one of three things: (1) unpaid rent; (2) damages done by you, or your guests that is beyond ordinary wear and tear.; (3) if you left the premises dirtier than when you moved in.
The initial inspection, or failure thereof, is immaterial.
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