As used in this subchapter: (1) “Dwelling unit” means a structure or the part of the structure that is used as a home, residence, or sleeping place by one (1) person who maintains a household or by two (2) or more persons who maintain a common household; (2) “Landlord” means the owner, lessor, or sublessor […]
The transferee, assignee, or other holder of the landlord’s interest in the premises at the time of the termination of the tenancy is bound by this subchapter.
(a) This subchapter shall not apply to dwelling units owned by an individual, if the individual, his or her spouse and minor children, and any and all partnerships, corporations, or other legal entities formed for the purpose of renting dwelling units and of which they are officers, owners, or majority shareholders own, or collectively own, […]
A landlord may not demand or receive a security deposit, however denominated, in an amount or value in excess of two (2) months periodic rent.
(a) (1) Within sixty (60) days of termination of the tenancy, property or money held by the landlord as security shall be returned to the tenant. (2) However, the money may be applied to the payment of accrued unpaid rent and any damages which the landlord has suffered by reason of the tenant’s noncompliance with […]
(a) (1) If the landlord fails to comply with this subchapter, the tenant may recover: (A) The property and money due him or her; (B) Damages in an amount equal to two (2) times the amount wrongfully withheld; (C) Costs; and (D) Reasonable attorney’s fees. (2) However, the landlord shall be liable only for costs […]
