North Carolina: Charged for normal wear and tear
Use this path when deductions include routine aging, ordinary use, or charges that should have been depreciated.
Reviewed: 2026-03-03
Reviewer: ReclaimDeposit legal research team
Deadline context
30 days
Penalty context
Actual damages
Statute
NCGS § 42-50 to 42-56 (Tenant Security Deposit Act)
Action checklist
- Separate true damage from ordinary wear.
- Collect move-in/move-out photos and condition notes.
- Apply depreciation where required.
- Challenge each deduction line item with evidence.
Take the next step
Turn this scenario into a documented claim and enforceable timeline.