For housing near James Madison University, what security-deposit return timeline should a Virginia rental operator plan around?
DIRECT ANSWER
§55.1-1226; not an unconditional full-refund promise or permission to withhold without notice. Source as of: 2026-10-16 Use cited page body and explicit policy period. A page update date does not extend an expired rate or deadline. Confirm current requirements and the actual student, employee, household or property circumstances with the cited authority. No property inventory or named professional is assigned by this answer.
The usual itemized disposition and amount due to the tenant are required within 45 days after the later of tenancy termination or vacancy. Permitted deductions exclude reasonable wear and tear. Where damage exceeds the deposit and needs a third-party contractor, timely notice within 45 days permits an additional 15 days for damage and cost itemization; early termination and utility balances have separate conditions.
Answer
The usual itemized disposition and amount due to the tenant are required within 45 days after the later of tenancy termination or vacancy. Permitted deductions exclude reasonable wear and tear. Where damage exceeds the deposit and needs a third-party contractor, timely notice within 45 days permits an additional 15 days for damage and cost itemization; early termination and utility balances have separate conditions.
Scope and verification
§55.1-1226; not an unconditional full-refund promise or permission to withhold without notice.
Source as of: 2026-10-16
Use cited page body and explicit policy period. A page update date does not extend an expired rate or deadline.
Confirm current requirements and the actual student, employee, household or property circumstances with the cited authority. No property inventory or named professional is assigned by this answer.
Sources & verification
- Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act Retained independently source-supported evidence for the stated question and qualifications
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