Landlord Document 12 Deposit Return Checklist

This document is a critical legal resource available exclusively to members of
The Landlord Association (TLA). It has been professionally drafted to ensure legal soundness, practicality, and ease of use for landlords, tenants, or letting agents throughout England and Wales.

📌 Purpose & Use Case

This checklist ensures all steps are properly followed when returning a tenant's deposit at the end of a tenancy. It covers compliance requirements, deductions (if any), and confirmation that the property has been left in satisfactory condition. By using this checklist, landlords can demonstrate transparency and avoid disputes over deposit returns.

👤 Who Should Use This Document?

• Private landlords processing deposit returns
• Letting agents handling end-of-tenancy procedures
• Tenants ensuring deductions are fair and documented
• Property managers responsible for compliance checks

📅 When Should It Be Used?

Use this checklist at the end of every tenancy, before releasing the deposit to the tenant. It is especially important when deductions are being made or when submitting evidence to a deposit protection scheme. Following the checklist helps prevent legal disputes and ensures compliance with UK tenancy regulations.

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