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My landlord tried to keep my security deposit for 'normal wear and tear'
Moved out of a Logan Square apartment back in April. Landlord sent me a list of deductions - $350 for repainting, $200 for carpet cleaning. I looked up Chicago's RLTO rules. Repainting after 2 years is on them, not me. Sent a certified letter citing the ordinance with photos from move-in. Got a check for $450 back within two weeks. Anyone else have a landlord try this?
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david_reed221d ago
$450 back after sending one letter is wild man.
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max_cooper211d ago
Oh yeah, the old "repainting after you leave" trick. That's a classic. My landlord in Wicker Park tried to hit me with $400 for "smoke damage" because I had a candle on the counter once. I sent them a certified letter with the Chicago RLTO section about repainting being on them after a year, and suddenly they found a "mistake" in their math. Got my full deposit back plus a little extra for the hassle. People don't realize how much power the RLTO gives you if you just actually read it and follow the steps.
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@david_reed22 that letter works every time, just keep your own photos and a copy of the RLTO handy.
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