Most Frequently Asked Questions
Security Deposit
Q. Are pets allowed?
A. This may seem like an obvious question, if you’re planning on bringing a pet with you to your new home, but too often prospective tenants forget to ask about this if they don’t have pets and don’t want to live in a noisy apartment complex with dogs barking. Also, some landlords don’t allow pets, but will make an exception for non-intrusive creatures if you pay a pet deposit.
Q. How long will it take to get my security deposit refunded?
A. Security deposits must be refunded to you within 21 days after you move out. In order to get your full security deposit back, you must leave your apartment in the same condition as when you moved in. The landlord may deduct from your security deposit for any cleaning that is needed, unpaid rent or damages to the apartment.
Refer to latest edition of Landlord-Tenant Handbook for rental units at http://lahd.lacity.org/lahdinternet/.
Q. To get back my security deposit?
A. RETURN THE KEYS. Give the landlord/manager your forwarding address (failure to do so may void any “time” rights you have).
