Renters May Now Use Security Deposit For Rent Payments
Residential tenants must make a written request to apply their security deposit to the rent. Replenishment of the deposit would take place 6 months after the end of the Public Health Emergency or upon lease renewal or extension. For month to month residential tenants, the interpretation is they must replenish their security in month 6 after the end of the emergency.
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