I signed a rental agreement and paid a 12,000 rupee deposit. But I decided not to move in after finding some issues with the building. This was within a few days of signing. Now the landlord wants another 12,000 rupees or he’ll file a case. Is there any legal basis for his claim?

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Law Forum › Category: Landlord / Tenant › I signed a rental agreement and paid a 12,000 rupee deposit. But I decided not to move in after finding some issues with the building. This was within a few days of signing. Now the landlord wants another 12,000 rupees or he’ll file a case. Is there any legal basis for his claim?
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Apni Law Staff asked 1 year ago

I signed a rental agreement and paid a 12,000 rupee deposit. But I decided not to move in after finding some issues with the building. This was within a few days of signing. Now the landlord wants another 12,000 rupees or he’ll file a case. Is there any legal basis for his claim?

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Apni Law Staff answered 1 year ago

Under Indian law, your landlord likely has no legal basis to demand an additional 12,000 rupees. You are entitled to a refund of your deposit if you chose not to move in within a reasonable time after signing the agreement, especially if the building had issues.

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