Changes

* Cleaning costs beyond normal: If the tenant leaves the property in a condition that requires excessive cleaning beyond what would be reasonably expected after normal occupancy.

* Cleaning costs beyond normal: If the tenant leaves the property in a condition that requires excessive cleaning beyond what would be reasonably expected after normal occupancy.

* Costs to repair or replace items: If the tenant removes or damages items that were part of the leased property, such as fixtures or appliances.

* Costs to repair or replace items: If the tenant removes or damages items that were part of the leased property, such as fixtures or appliances.

Landlords are typically [[not permitted]] to deduct from the security deposit for routine maintenance, repairs of pre-existing conditions, or damage resulting from normal wear and tear.

Landlords are typically ''not permitted'' to deduct from the security deposit amounts for routine maintenance, repairs of pre-existing conditions, or damage resulting from normal wear and tear.

 

==Regulations and Return==

==Regulations and Return==

Most jurisdictions have specific laws outlining the handling and return of security deposits.  

Most jurisdictions have specific laws outlining the handling and return of security deposits.