Q: Landlord asked me to pay 2700$ which includes by 500$ deposit after I vacated the apartment.
Landlord asked me to pay 2700$ which includes by 500$ deposit after I vacated the apartment. The management gave an itemized bill made by them. As it is a lot of money and I dont trust the management that well as they have lied to me before about some other issues which happened in past months.
I asked them to provide be the bills given by the repair company itself. But they are refusing to give me the bill and saying that they are busy. I just want to know if there is a law that we can i force the landlord to give the actual bills from the repair company?
A:
In Tennessee, if a landlord makes a claim on a tenant's security deposit, the landlord must give the tenant a written notice detailing the reason for retaining any portion of the deposit. While the statute does not expressly require landlords to provide copies of actual repair bills, asking for these bills is reasonable, especially if you dispute the charges. If you believe the charges are inflated or unjustified, you can consider pursuing the matter in small claims court, where the landlord would likely need to present evidence of the actual costs.
Additionally, the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act may provide some protection against deceptive business practices. It would be beneficial to consult with a local attorney to discuss your specific situation, review the itemized bill, and determine the best approach to ensure you're treated fairly. Remember to keep all written communication with your landlord for potential future reference.
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