Report only fixed, one-time, nonrefundable fees related to renting the dwelling. These are charges levied by the landlord, the landlord's agent or a foreign government that the member is required to pay. Refundable security deposits, advance rental payments, and recurring costs are not reported on this form. These charges should be reported only when there is no chance of a refund. When a member has no other recourse but to rent a unit with such charges, the charges are reimbursable.
Some jurisdictions levy a lease tax or rental tax.
A housing office recommends an acceptable dwelling that could have been rented without a rent-related fee. However, the member chose to rent a unit through a real estate agent who charged a 2-month rental fee. DD Form 2556, Part C Security Expenditures. Report only security related items, i.e., security doors, locks, lights, and alarm systems. Expenditures not related to the physical dwelling, such as for personal security guards or dogs, are not reimbursable.