Tenant Rights Guide
Security deposit laws, repair deadlines, and your legal rights as a Georgia tenant - with a free demand letter generator.
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Security Deposit Deadline
30 days
Georgia Code Section 44-7-34
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Penalty for Late Return
3x the deposit amount
If landlord misses deadline
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Repair Deadline
Reasonable time after written notice
Georgia Code Section 44-7-13
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Notice Required
Written notice
To trigger legal deadlines
| Issue | Deadline | Law |
|---|---|---|
| Security Deposit Return | 30 days | Georgia Code Section 44-7-34 |
| General Repairs | Reasonable time after written notice | Georgia Code Section 44-7-13 |
| Heat & Hot Water | Emergency - 24-72 hours | Georgia Code Section 44-7-13 |
| Written Notice Required | Written notice | Required to trigger deadlines |
With Georgia Code Section 44-7-34 and Georgia Code Section 44-7-13 automatically included. Free to start.