Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

itemized statements

I recieved my deposit back $1k short. During my pre-inspection, my landlord provided no written �itemized statement specifying repairs or cleaning� as specified by California Civil Code 1950.5(F)(2). I did not specifically request anything in writing, but I asked her numerous times in the presence of other witnesses what I needed to do to get my deposit back, and she assured me that I would get it back if I just cleaned up more. When I received my deposit, I did not receive an itemized cleaning bill (as required by California Civil Code 1950.5(G)(1)), just a bill for a 'full house clean' that did not mention any particular aspects of the cleaning, nor why it costed so much to clean. My question: do I have a case against her in small claims court? What counts as an itemized list?


Asked on 11/08/06, 5:38 am

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H.M. Torrey The Law Offices of H.M. Torrey

Re: itemized statements

Yes, you do, and an itemized list must reasonably account for the actual, lawful expenses of the landlord. If you would like prompt, affordable assistance in preparing your demand letter and small claims court paperwork, contact us today for a free phone consultation.

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Answered on 11/08/06, 2:02 pm


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