Landlord Deposit Dispute Resolution

Summary

In South Africa, landlords must inspect properties within 7 days of lease end. Refunds should be processed within 7 days if no damage is found. If a landlord claims damages after this period, it may be disputed. Deductions for damages must be agreed upon during the inspection. Disputes can be taken to the Rental Housing Tribunal. If the tribunal is closed, consider emailing them or seeking advice from a local legal aid organization.

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Hi, can a landlord charge you 8 days after a joint inspection was done and they promised to pay your deposit back in 7 days but 8 days later decides the place smells like dog urine in south africa
Hi, to better assist you, could you please confirm your location in South Africa? Laws can vary by region.
Ramsgate kzn
Hi, in South Africa, the Rental Housing Act outlines the rules for the return of deposits.
- The landlord must inspect the property within 7 days of the lease ending.
- Refunds should be processed within 7 days if no damage is found.
- Deductions for damages must be agreed upon.
You might consider contacting the Rental Housing Tribunal for further assistance.
A joint inspection was done on my last day there and there was no problem but 8 days later when i inquired about my deposit she tells me I am liable for costs
It sounds like you had a joint inspection without issues, and the landlord is now claiming damages after the inspection period.
- According to the Rental Housing Act, deductions must be agreed upon during the inspection.
- Disputes can be taken to the Rental Housing Tribunal.
Would you like contact details for the Rental Housing Tribunal in your area?
Do you have a contact details forge housing tribunal
Certainly! Here are the contact details for the Rental Housing Tribunal in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa:

KwaZulu-Natal Rental Housing Tribunal


Phone: (*) * *
Address: * Samora Machel Street, Durban, *
Website: www.kzndhs.gov.za
Thanks they not open
I understand. If the KwaZulu-Natal Rental Housing Tribunal is not open, you might consider the following options:
- Send an email to the tribunal to document your issue.
- Visit their website to see if there are alternative contact methods or online complaint forms.
- Consider seeking advice from a local legal aid organization in Ramsgate, KZN.