Your landlord has 30 days to notify you in writing of any damages for which you are being charged and 45 days to return your security deposit less any damage assessments. If you have maintained a good relationship with your landlord, you may wish to request a letter of reference. A good rental record can help you obtain rentals in the future and may also prove valuable in obtaining credit. Use your current rental arrangement to develop a positive record and list of references by working cooperatively with your landlord and neighbors and by observing all laws. Back to Top Observing Laws Tenants, landlords and neighbors all must observe federal, state and local laws which affect their residency or property holding in an area.
Violators are subject to action by local enforcement agencies.
Students also may be subject to disciplinary action by the University Judicial System for off-campus misconduct. Federal and state laws and University policy prohibit discrimination with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status or handicap. In addition, the Bureau of Inspections routinely conducts safety inspections of properties against which such complaints have been filed. It is also against the law to furnish alcoholic beverages to persons under age 21. Persons furnishing alcohol at parties also need to be aware of possible civil liability in cases where guests or third parties are injured as a result of alcohol being furnished.