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Alabama has enacted its
first comprehensive set of landlord-tenant statutes, which took effect on January 1, 2007.
The law is known as the Alabama
Uniform Landlord Tenant Act.
The new law states that
One month’s rent is the most security a landlord may require.
The Alabama Security Deposit Limit does not include
pet deposits, deposits to cover tenant’s alterations, and deposits to
cover tenant activities that pose "increased liability risks".
This is where a credit report may come into play.
The landlord has 21 days to return the security
deposit. They MUST be notified of the tenant new mailing address.
If the landlord fails to return the security deposit
and is found at fault, they must pay DOUBLE the amount that would of had
to be refunded, plus reasonable attorney fees.
Be
sure to see our guide on Normal Wear and
Tear. When you move in, be sure
to review the unit with your landlord or their agent.
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