Security deposit during COVID

[Joe C.]

The ex-tenant created damage (need a plumber at a minimum) but I cannot get anyone in before the 30 day time frame is up to return the dep. Also, the current tenant does not want anyone in the house b/c of how highly contagious COVID is. How is this handled? Thanks!

[Nathan Gesner]

So your former tenant created damage and moved out, but you put a new tenant in before repairing the damage? Sounds like you've created your own mess.

The law requires you to give tenant notice to enter; it does not require you to get the tenant's permission. Tell your tenant you will be entering the home to make the repair on [DATE], whether he is home or not.