Can my landlord deduct carpet cleaning from my pet deposit refund, or does state law protect my budget from these standard turnover costs?
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Virginia landlord tenant law pet deposit carpet cleaning security deposit ordinary wear and tear carpet cleaning deduction statute Google ↗
- § 55.1-1226. Security deposits · law.lis.virginia.gov
- Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act · law.lis.virginia.gov
- Disputing the Deductions · dbhds.virginia.gov
- In general, the landlord can’t keep your security deposit for things considered normal wear and tear, such as small holes and spots that can be covered during painting and carpet cleaning. Landlords are expected to perform basic cleaning and/or may repaint prior to the new tenant moving in. However, they are not expected to remove trash and unwanted items such as clothing, appliances and furniture, remove food from refrigerators or clean an excessively dirty range. So, they can deduct these type · opendocs.com
- TABLE OF CONTENTS · dhcd.virginia.gov