57-17-1. Return or explanation of retainage upon termination of tenancy. Owners or designated agents requiring deposits however denominated from renters leasing or renting residential dwelling units shall either return those deposits at the termination of the tenancy or provide the renter with written notice explaining why any deposit refundable under the terms of the lease […]
57-17-2. Non-refundable deposit — Written notice required. If there is a written agreement and if any part of the deposit is to be made non-refundable, it must be so stated in writing to the renter at the time the deposit is taken by the owner or designated agent. Enacted by Chapter 74, 1981 General Session
Effective 5/8/2018 57-17-3. Deductions from deposit — Written itemization — Time for return. (1) Upon termination of a tenancy, the owner or the owner’s agent may apply property or money held as a deposit toward the payment of rent, damages to the premises beyond reasonable wear and tear, other costs and fees provided for in […]
57-17-4. Holder of owner’s or designated agent’s interest bound by provisions. The holder of the owner’s or designated agent’s interest in the premises at the time of termination of the tenancy shall be bound by the provisions of this act. Enacted by Chapter 74, 1981 General Session
Effective 5/12/2015 57-17-5. Failure to return deposit or prepaid rent or to give required notice — Recovery of deposit, penalty, costs, and attorney fees. (1) If an owner or the owner’s agent fails to comply with the requirements described in Subsection 57-17-3(5), the renter may: (a) recover from the owner: (i) if the owner or […]
