Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Florida

I recently moved out and my landlord told me that my deposit would not be returned because I did not give a certified letter of non-renewal. I did give notice but it was not certified. The lease agreement dictates that if they will not be returning the deposit, they have to send a certified letter to me with 30 days explaining why I was not get my deposit returned or they have to return it in full. It has been more than 30 days and I have not received any notice not even a return phone call. what are my options? Am I entitled to my deposit?


Asked on 6/25/14, 7:23 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Barry Stein De Cardenas, Freixas, Stein & Zachary

Your lease agreement controls the claims and duties between the parties. You need an attorney to review it. Security deposits are normally for damages and the claims have to be assessed by Statute within 30 days or you are entitled to the security deposit return. That said, they can still have a contractual claim against you for failure to give appropriate notice of non renewal. Seek some legal advice with the actual lease.

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Answered on 6/25/14, 7:47 am
William Gwaltney William W. Gwaltney, Attorneys at Law

Listen to Mr. Stein, you should have an attorney review your situation and see if it is worth your time and effort to pursue the matter.

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Answered on 6/26/14, 5:59 am


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