ReclaimDepositPennsylvania Security Deposit Demand Letter Template
Verified: Feb 2026A professional demand letter template specifically designed for Pennsylvania's security deposit laws, citing 68 Pa.C.S. § 250.511a-512 (Landlord and Tenant Act) and referencing the 30 return deadline.
30
Deadline
68 Pa.C.S. 250.511a-512 (Landlord and Tenant Act)
Primary Statute
2x deposit amount for wrongful failure to return
Potential Penalty
Key Elements of a Pennsylvania Demand Letter
- 130-day return deadline
- 2Certified/registered mail for itemization
- 3Escrow required after 2 years (deposits >$100)
- 42 months limit first year, 1 month after
- 5Automatic 2x penalty for non-compliance
Sample Letter Excerpt
Pursuant to 68 Pa.C.S. § 250.512, you were required to return my security deposit within 30 days of the termination of the lease and delivery of possession, along with a written list of damages sent by certified or registered mail.
As of today, [X] days have elapsed since my move-out on [DATE], and I have not received my deposit or the required written itemization via certified mail.
Under 68 Pa.C.S. § 250.512(c), failure to return the deposit within 30 days entitles me to recover twice the amount of the security deposit.
This is a sample excerpt. Your personalized letter will include your specific dates, amounts, deductions, and complete legal arguments.
What's Included in Your Demand Letter
Your name, address, and landlord details
Specific legal citations for Pennsylvania
Itemized breakdown of contested deductions
Calculation of statutory penalties
Suggested response deadline (e.g., 14 days)
Court-ready PDF format