Returning a rental deposit: step-by-step guide
3 min read · housing
The security deposit is returned absent debts and damage beyond normal wear.
The security deposit is returned absent debts and damage beyond normal wear.
A step-by-step plan — no fluff, with citations.
Action plan: 1. Record the condition at move-out. 2. Check the deposit terms. 3. Demand the return in writing. 4. If withheld without grounds — claim and sue.
Applicable norms with links to the primary source are below. This is information, not legal advice: for serious matters, consult a lawyer.
Norms & sources
- ГК РФ ст. 622
- ГК РФ ст. 381.1
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