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I moved from a rental unit three months ago and the landlord has ignored my requests for return of my security deposit. How can I get my money back?

April 26, 2017deposit Ignored landlord Moved rental requests Return security three months ago

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I moved from a rental unit three months ago and the landlord has ignored my requests for return of my security deposit. How can I get my money back?

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The Virginia Residential Landlord & Tenant Act (VRLTA) and most lease agreements require the landlord to return the security deposit within 30 days of the tenant’s surrender of the premises, and to include an itemized list of any damages that resulted in deductions. If the landlord does not respond to your requests or you disagree with deductions, you can file a complaint with the Consumer Affairs Division at 703-222-8435, TTY 711.